Occupational Health Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA)
Location: Lakewood, NJ
Job Type: Locum
Company: Palm Careers
Job Description Apply Now
The role of Occupational Health Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) is an essential position within the field of occupational medicine, focusing on safeguarding and promoting the health and wellbeing of employees in a corporate outpatient clinic setting. As part of a dedicated team, the Occupational Health Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) is responsible for conducting comprehensive workplace health assessments, evaluating injuries, and supporting medical surveillance programs that contribute to a healthier workforce. This contract assignment offers healthcare professionals the opportunity to make a significant impact on employee health initiatives, emphasizing preventive care and rapid response to health concerns in the workplace. This full-time opportunity presents a weekday schedule, providing a balanced work-life environment while allowing you to develop your expertise in occupational medicine.
Occupational Health Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) - SummaryThe Occupational Health Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) delivers care in a high-volume employee health clinic, addressing a range of occupational health concerns. Working collaboratively with physicians, multidisciplinary clinicians, and administrative staff, the provider delivers pre-placement, return-to-work, and fitness-for-duty evaluations. In addition, the Occupational Health Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) plays a pivotal role in injury assessment and ongoing case management, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and company policies.
Duties & Responsibilities- Provide direct care for up to 20–25 patients per day in a busy occupational medicine clinic environment
- Conduct pre-placement physical exams, return-to-work evaluations, and fitness-for-duty assessments to determine employees’ readiness for workplace activities
- Evaluate and manage both initial and ongoing work-related injuries, ensuring accurate diagnosis and appropriate care plans
- Order, interpret, and follow up on x-rays and laboratory tests as part of comprehensive occupational health management
- Lead and participate in medical surveillance activities, exposure follow-up, and substance/fit-for-duty testing as required by workplace regulations
- Document and manage workers’ compensation cases with accuracy and timeliness, collaborating with other clinicians and coordinators as needed
- Work closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver holistic employee care, contributing to continuous improvement in employee health outcomes
- Ensure compliance with corporate health protocols, regulatory standards, and best clinical practices
- Competitive compensation for contract assignment, commensurate with professional experience and credentials
- Weekday schedule with no nights, weekends, or on-call responsibilities, supporting work-life balance
- Expedited onboarding process in a non-hospital, outpatient corporate health clinic environment
- Opportunity to support a high-impact employee health program and advance your expertise in occupational medicine
- Active and unrestricted license as a Nurse Practitioner (NP), Physician Assistant (PA), Medical Doctor (MD), or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO)
- Current DOT certification required to perform Department of Transportation physicals and evaluations
- Valid CDS and DEA registrations required for prescribing authority
- Substantial experience in occupational medicine, urgent care, or employee health, preferably at a senior level
- Proven proficiency in evaluating and managing workplace injuries, as well as handling complex employee health cases
- Strong clinical judgment, effective communication skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Demonstrates advanced expertise in occupational health, with a track record of accurate workplace injury assessments and regulatory compliance
- Thrives in a fast-paced clinic setting, efficiently managing multiple patient cases daily
- Values teamwork and effective collaboration with clinicians, administrative staff, and occupational health coordinators
- Exhibits professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to delivering high-quality employee health services
- Proactive, adaptable, and dedicated to continuous learning in the evolving field of occupational medicine
- This full-time contract assignment is based in a corporate outpatient clinic, offering healthcare professionals the opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment
- Providers benefit from a weekday schedule, with no nights, weekends, or on-call shifts required
- Applicants must hold all required certifications and licensure at the time of application
- Quick onboarding and integration into a respected employee health program
- Those looking to make a meaningful difference in occupational health are encouraged to apply by clicking the job application button
If you are an Occupational Health Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) seeking a rewarding opportunity to support employee health and safety, take the next step in your career and apply today by clicking the job application button. Join a team dedicated to excellence in occupational medicine and make a positive impact on workplace wellness.