Occupational Health Physician - Frederick Health Employer Solutions, Various Locations

Job Summary

Supports, and is responsible for incorporating into job performance, the Frederick Health mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy and adheres to the Frederick Health Compliance Program, including following all regulatory requirements and the Frederick Health Standards of Behavior. Supports the elements of the Frederick Health Physician Compact. Provides high quality care to patients.

Must be a Licensed Physician in the State of Maryland, have a valid Federal DEA and Maryland CDS license, MRO certification or able to obtain certification within 12 months of hire, Board Certified or eligibility in Primary Care Specialty (Occupational Medicine, Preventive Medicine, Family Practice, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine).  If not Board Certified, will become Board Certified within five years of hire date.  As a clinical caregiver, diagnoses and treats work related illnesses and injuries.  Performs other clinical duties as requested.
  

Example of Essential Functions:

• Provider Competencies:
  • Participates in Process Improvements by engaging and actively participating in new QI workflow and processes.
  • Positive customer focus.
  • Completes Peer Audits in a timely manner.
  • Accepts ownership of own behavior and actions.
  • Completes assigned duties within specified timeframes.
  • Recognizes an opportunity and acts to solve the problem.
  • Follows Frederick Health’s policies and procedures.
  • Does not waste time and resources.
  • Maintains safe and clean work environment.
  • Works cooperatively as a team to service patients.
  • Shares ideas and concerns constructively.
  • Fosters good inter- and intra-departmental relations.
  • Demonstrates respect and dignity in all interactions with patients, families, and staff across all dimensions of difference to include at least ethnic, cultural, spiritual, and lifestyle differences.
  • Shows courtesy and consideration for others.
  • Complies with Frederick Health Physician Compact elements.
  • Demonstrates complete compliance with FH’s Confidentiality and HIPAA policies.
  • Truthful in all interactions.
  • Meets responsibilities tied to the FH Corporate Compliance Program Standards 
• Specific to Employer Solutions:
  • Performs occupational history and physical exams and interprets laboratory tests and x-rays, EKG’s for employees of CorpOHS corporate clients (pre-placement, surveillance, DOT, etc.).
  • Provides initial and follow-up injury care, including minor laceration repairs, in accordance with CorpOHS practice guidelines and standard of care.
  • Reports to employer any significant employment concerns, employee work status, and/or needed accommodations, etc.
  • Provides counseling skills in relation to blood borne pathogens, work-related stress disorders, etc.
  • Counsels employee on abnormal findings and general wellness considerations.
  • Refers patients to medical sub-specialists and facilities, such as laboratory and imaging services, as determined by good medical judgment.
  • Timely completes dictation for each visit.
  • Accurately completes all necessary forms. 
  • Provides supervision to the Physician Assistant both when working concurrently in the CorpOHS clinic and by telephone to the Physician Assistant at an onsite event.
  • Provides Medical Review Officer Services to support the FHES drug and alcohol testing programs.
  • May serve as the “Company Physician” with companies contracting with FHES for such services.
  • Perform such quality assurance activities at the Practice Site as requested by the FHES Medical Director.
  • Working knowledge of Maryland Worker’s Compensation system, as well as OSHA, DOT and other Federal work-related regulations.
  • Able to use Windows based computer software. 

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must have knowledge of computer skills.  Experience with prior electronic medical records (EMR) is preferred.
• Maintains the necessary CME credits to maintain licensure.
• Must demonstrate ability to stay organized; is able to multi-task effectively.
• Must demonstrate time management, conflict resolution, and trouble shooting skills.
• Must demonstrate good interpersonal and communication skills.

Minimum Education, Training, and Experience Required:

• Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathy certification from an approved Program.
• Licensed to practice medicine in the State of Maryland.
• Current DEA license.
• Current Maryland Controlled Substance license.
• Current BLS Certification through American Heart Association or an approved training center.
• License to practice in any state that has never been suspended or revoked.
• Has not been excluded from participation from any Payers.

Patient Contact

Must demonstrate and maintain current knowledge and skills in providing appropriate care/contact for patients in the following age groups:

•             _X        Neonate (0 thru 30 days)
•             _X_      Infant (31 thru 12 months)
•             _X_      Child (13 months thru 12 years)
•             _X_      Adolescent (13 years thru 17 years)
•             _X_      Adult (18 years thru 65 years)
•             _X_      Geriatric (66 years)
• *Contact depends on role          

Physical Demands:

Light Work - Lifting up to 20 pounds on an infrequent basis (less than one lift every three minutes and/or carrying up to 10 pounds, or requiring walking or standing to a significant degree (about six [6] hours a day).

Ergonomic Risk Factors:

Repetition:  Repeating the same motion over and over again places stress on the muscles and tendons.  The severity of risk depends on how often the action is repeated, the speed of the movement, the required force and muscles involved.

Working Conditions:

Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Risk: Category A – WILL have exposure to blood or body fluids.

Reporting Relationship:

Reports to Medical Director

Caring for you as you care for the CommUNITY
Frederick Health offers a comprehensive and affordable benefits package. Health, Dental and Vision insurance are offered the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment to all employees hired to work at least 20 hours per week and  we offer multiple plans to best meet your and your family’s needs. Life insurance, Short-Term Income Replacement and Long-Term Disability are employer paid for eligible employees. Frederick Health offers a robust Paid Time Off program for eligible employees. Our 403B retirement plan helps you save for your retirement and includes an employer match to eligible employees. All employees have access to free financial planning sessions. We also offer an educational assistance program to support your education goals as well as an employer paid Employee Assistance Program.

Pay is based on experience, skills and education.  The pay range may also vary based on specialty if applicable. Salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.