System Medical Director, Occupational Health, and Employee Health Services - Virtus Healthcare Staffing, LLC

Job Title: System Medical Director, Occupational Health, and Employee Health Services

Location: West Reading, PA

Summary:

Trusted Staffe is partnering with a leading regional integrated healthcare system to identify a highly skilled and experienced System Medical Director, Occupational Health, and Employee Health Services. This leadership position is vital in ensuring the health and well-being of employees while maintaining compliance with occupational health regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in occupational medicine, exceptional leadership skills, and a passion for fostering a safe and healthy work environment.

Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Collaborate with the System Director to develop and implement a strategic vision for Occupational Health and Employee Health Services, ensuring a systematic approach to care delivery and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Clinical Leadership: Provide clinical leadership and expertise in Occupational Health and Worker's Compensation matters, including overseeing occupational claims and ensuring the needs of both the institution and employees are met.
• Policy Development and Implementation: Collaborate with the dyad partner to develop and implement policies and practices that promote employee wellness, infection prevention, and overall safety.
• Infection Prevention and Control: Support the EICP Department in controlling outbreaks, minimizing employee exposure, and implementing vaccination initiatives.
• Staff Management: Supervise physicians and advanced practice providers in Employee Health and Occupational Medicine, ensuring their recruitment, retention, growth, and education.
• Quality Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve the employee experience and patient experience within Employee Health and Occupational Medicine practices. Ensure program compliance with regulatory agencies and hospital policy.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Develop, review, and collaborate on analyses regarding the quality of programs, employee health, incident tracking, and exposure data. Interpret results and ensure appropriate action is taken.
• Collaboration: Serve as a clinical resource and consultant in Occupational Health. Actively participate in relevant committees, including Infection Prevention, Workplace Safety, and Incident Command.
• Worker's Compensation and Safety: Provide clinical expertise and oversight to Worker's Compensation, FMLA, and Case Management programs. Ensure compliance with OSHA standards and support safety investigations.
• Medical Review Officer (MRO): Serves as the MRO for internal drug testing procedures and external client support.
• Technology Integration: Promote the use of technology to increase efficiency and enhance job performance.

Qualifications:

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Occupational Medicine.
• Comfortable and experienced working in a matrix organization.
• Current, unrestricted medical license.
• Membership in good standing of the Medical Staff.
• Knowledge of the PA workers' compensation system, DOH regulations, and PA Act 148.
• Understanding of OSHA, ADA, FMLA, and GINA regulations.
• OSHA and MRO certifications.
• Strong knowledge of workers' compensation.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong education and teaching skills.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to meet specific physical requirements, including sitting, reaching, lifting to 25 pounds, pulling, bending, stooping, twisting, standing, and walking.
• Potential exposure to unusual elements (extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, loud noises).
• The work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials requiring extensive safety precautions and protective equipment.
• Will work with blood or blood-borne pathogens, requiring OSHA training.

To Apply:

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their CVs to Trusted Staffe. We are committed to equal-opportunity employment and value diversity in the workplace.