Occupational Medicine Physician
Santa Maria, CA, 93454, USA
- $200,000 - $300,000 p/year
- Healthcare
- Internship
- occupational medicine
- work-related injuries
- fitness-for-duty exams
An Occupational Medicine Physician provides specialized care focused on work-related injuries and illnesses, aiming to reduce healthcare costs and improve employee productivity. They diagnose acute and chronic conditions, conduct fitness-for-duty examinations, and manage return-to-work plans while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. This role involves coordinating patient care in a fast-paced clinic, supervising clinical staff, and maintaining thorough documentation.
Occupational Medicine opening in Santa Maria, CALocated 30 miles from San Luis ObispoWe are a leading occupational medicine clinic focused on reducing healthcare costs and improving employee productivity. We provide urgent and appointment-based care for work-related injuries and illnesses, along with tailored rehab programs to support timely returns to work. As a Staff Physician, you will enhance the patient experience by delivering high-quality care in a fast-paced environment. You will manage patient flow, provide compassionate treatment, and communicate care plans effectively. Benefits Details
- Salary range: $200,000 - $300,000 per year
- Compensation is based on education, qualifications, and experience and may change based on internal and external factors Position Details
- Diagnose and treat acute and chronic conditions, manage work restrictions, and support safe return-to-work plans
- Conduct and interpret OSHA, DOT, fitness-for-duty, and return-to-work exams
- Order labs, imaging, and referrals; prescribe medications as necessary
- Perform minor procedures such as wound care and foreign body removal
- Communicate treatment plans, test results, and follow-up instructions to patients, employers, and clinical staff
- Ensure a smooth patient flow by coordinating with clinical staff and minimizing wait times
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation in patient records and EMR
- Provide support and supervision to clinical staff, including Physician Assistants, as needed
- Respond effectively to emergencies and perform stabilization when required
- Uphold HIPAA compliance, infection control, and safety protocols
- Job duties may change to meet clinic needs Position Requirements
- Strong analytical and clinical skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- Detail-oriented
- Collaboration skills
- Ethical conduct
- Thoroughness
- MD or DO with unrestricted California license
- DOT certification required (or must obtain within 30 days of employment)
- BCLS, CPR, and AED certified; DEA and California drug licenses
- Knowledge of OSHA, DOT regulations, and EMR experience
- Experience in occupational medicine strongly preferred




