Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant (NP or PA)

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Full-Time Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA)

Department: Occupational Medicine

Employment Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Monday–Friday, business hours (no nights, weekends, or call)

Position Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and team-oriented Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our Occupational Medicine clinic. The provider will deliver high-quality, evidence-based care to employees and employers, focusing on work-related injuries, regulatory physicals, and preventive occupational health services. This role offers a predictable schedule, collaborative environment, and the opportunity to support workforce health and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat work-related injuries and illnesses
• Perform occupational health physicals (pre-employment, DOT, return-to-work, fit-for-duty, surveillance exams)
• Conduct Department of Transportation (DOT) exams (certification preferred or willingness to obtain)
• Develop and implement treatment plans and coordinate follow-up care
• Provide suturing, splinting, wound care, and other minor procedures
• Interpret basic diagnostic studies (X-rays, EKGs, spirometry, audiograms, lab results)
• Communicate effectively with employers regarding work status and restrictions
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR)
• Maintain compliance with OSHA, DOT, and other regulatory guidelines
• Collaborate with supervising/collaborating physician and clinic team

Qualifications

Required:

• Current, unrestricted NP or PA license in [State]
• Board certification (AANP, ANCC, or NCCPA)
• DEA license (or eligibility)
• BLS certification
• Minimum 1–2 years of clinical experience (urgent care, emergency medicine, family medicine, or occupational medicine preferred)

Preferred:

• Experience in Occupational Medicine
• DOT Medical Examiner certification
• Experience with workers’ compensation cases
• Proficiency with EMR systems

Skills & Competencies

• Strong clinical assessment and procedural skills
• Knowledge of occupational health regulations and workers’ compensation processes
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong documentation and organizational skills
• Commitment to workplace safety and preventive health