Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Occupational Medicine in El Segundo, CA

Doctor of Medicine | Occupational Medicine
Location: El Segundo, CA
Employer: Rhino Medical
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Occupational Medicine / Urgent Care Physician (MD/DO) – El Segundo, CA | Locum Tenens

Full-Time | Monday–Friday | DOT Certification Required

Rhino Medical is seeking an experienced Occupational Medicine / Urgent Care Physician (MD/DO) for a full-time locum tenens opportunity in El Segundo, California, near Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).

This outpatient opportunity combines occupational injury management, employment-related medical examinations, and walk-in urgent care services. Physicians will deliver comprehensive clinical care to working adults and community patients while helping employers maintain workplace health, support injury recovery, and facilitate safe return-to-work outcomes.

The position may also involve collaboration with and clinical oversight of Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants.

DOT Medical Examiner certification is required. Qualified physicians should have experience managing occupational injuries, conducting workplace health examinations, treating common urgent care conditions, and communicating effectively with employers and clinical teams.

Position Details

• Profession: Physician (MD/DO)
• Specialty: Occupational Medicine / Urgent Care
• Location: El Segundo, California
• Practice Setting: Outpatient Occupational Medicine and Urgent Care
• Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday
• Clinical Focus: Occupational injury care, employment physicals, medical surveillance, and walk-in urgent care
• Patient Population: Working adults, occupational health patients, and walk-in urgent care patients
• APP Collaboration: May oversee, collaborate with, or supervise Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants
• DOT Certification: Required

Clinical Responsibilities

• Diagnose, evaluate, and treat work-related injuries and occupational illnesses
• Perform pre-placement, Department of Transportation (DOT), public safety, and medical surveillance physical examinations
• Evaluate and treat walk-in urgent care patients presenting with acute illnesses and injuries
• Perform appropriate in-office procedures consistent with clinical training and experience
• Assess functional limitations, work restrictions, and return-to-work readiness following occupational injuries
• Develop individualized treatment plans and coordinate appropriate follow-up care
• Communicate relevant medical findings, work status, and treatment recommendations to employers
• Provide occupational health guidance to private companies and governmental agencies
• Collaborate with and provide clinical oversight to advanced practice providers when assigned
• Coordinate patient care with clinical staff and other healthcare professionals
• Complete accurate, comprehensive, and timely clinical documentation
• Demonstrate welcoming, skillful, and respectful interactions with patients, colleagues, and employer partners

Physician Qualifications

• MD or DO with an active, unrestricted California medical license
• DOT Medical Examiner certification required
• Clinical experience in Occupational Medicine, Urgent Care, Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine, or a related outpatient setting
• Experience evaluating and treating occupational injuries and common acute outpatient conditions
• Ability to perform DOT, pre-placement, public safety, and medical surveillance examinations
• Competency in outpatient procedures and injury management
• Ability to collaborate with and supervise advanced practice providers when required
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and documentation skills
• Commitment to professional, respectful, and patient-centered care
• Availability for full-time, Monday–Friday coverage

Clinical Practice Environment

This outpatient opportunity serves employers, employees, and community patients throughout El Segundo and the surrounding Los Angeles South Bay area.

Physicians manage a combination of workplace injuries, occupational health examinations, preventive evaluations, and urgent care presentations.

The role combines direct patient care with employer communication, return-to-work management, and potential clinical oversight of advanced practice providers.

Living and Working in El Segundo, California

Located in the South Bay region of Los Angeles County, El Segundo offers a coastal Southern California setting with convenient access to LAX, Manhattan Beach, and surrounding communities.

The area features nearby beaches, restaurants, outdoor recreation, and a substantial business community. The weekday outpatient schedule offers a consistent practice structure for physicians interested in occupational medicine and urgent care.

Explore This Opportunity with Rhino Medical

If you are an experienced physician interested in full-time, weekday Occupational Medicine and Urgent Care coverage in El Segundo, California, Rhino Medical would welcome the opportunity to discuss your clinical experience and availability.

Connect with our recruiting team to learn more about this locum tenens physician opportunity.

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