Physician-Occupational and Environmental Medicine

Employer: a client in the healthcare industry
Work mode: On-site
Location: Houston, TX
Compensation: $217k-$256k

The Occupational and Environmental Medicine Physician provides medical care focused on preventing, diagnosing, and managing work-related injuries and illnesses, evaluating workplace health risks, and promoting employee health and safety. The physician works with employers, employees, and healthcare professionals to support safe return-to-work decisions and compliance with applicable occupational health standards.
Key responsibilities
- Conduct occupational health examinations, pre-employment physicals, and fitness-for-duty evaluations.
- Evaluate and treat work-related injuries and occupational illnesses.
- Assess employee medical conditions and determine appropriate work restrictions and return-to-work plans.
- Perform or oversee Department of Transportation (DOT) medical examinations when appropriately certified.
- Evaluate workplace exposures to chemicals, physical hazards, and other environmental risks.
- Review medical histories, diagnostic tests, and clinical documentation.
- Provide preventive health counseling, vaccinations, and workplace health recommendations.
- Collaborate with employers, human resources, safety teams, and workers' compensation stakeholders.
- Maintain confidential medical records and comply with applicable federal and Texas regulations.
- Support workplace wellness initiatives and occupational health programs.
Qualifications
- MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
- Completion of an accredited residency in Occupational and Environmental Medicine, or other qualifying training accepted by the employer.
- Active Texas medical license or eligibility to obtain one.
- Board certification or board eligibility in Occupational Medicine or Preventive Medicine, as required by the employer.
- Knowledge of occupational health regulations, workplace exposure assessment, and workers' compensation processes.
- Strong clinical judgment, communication, and documentation skills.
- Additional DOT medical examiner certification if the position requires DOT examinations.

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