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Remote Occupational Medical Director - Government Contract

3-7 years
Not Disclosed
10 Oct. 24, 2024
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Position Summary:

The Medical Director will oversee the quality and consistency of medical services across all contractor facilities serving the Occupational Medicine Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) employees. This role ensures uniformity in protocols, policies, quality assurance, and accountability across authorized facilities. The Medical Director will provide oversight to approximately 40 district-level USACE Occupational Health Nurses stationed throughout the United States, supporting the National Occupational Health Center's Occupational Health Program.

Benefits:

  • Fully remote work environment
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Generous time off
  • Malpractice coverage
  • Competitive salary

Core Responsibilities:

  • Develop, implement, and evaluate comprehensive policies, procedures, and training programs to achieve best-in-class clinical outcomes and enhance patient experience.
  • Serve as the subject matter expert on OSHA surveillance procedures and requirements.
  • Provide health surveillance services and DOT exams to employees, documenting and communicating results according to corporate procedures and regulatory requirements.
  • Participate in local Wellbeing, Health & Safety surveillance programs.
  • Conduct medical assessments of ill or injured employees, determining appropriate treatment and follow-up.
  • Assess employees’ ability to return to work and assign necessary medical restrictions.
  • Respond to medical emergencies within the facility, performing Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support as needed.
  • Maintain clinical skills to ensure safe and high-quality care across all areas of clinical medicine as outlined in the Health Services Manual.
  • Perform minor medical procedures, such as suturing and foreign body removal, to minimize external medical costs.
  • Provide current medical information and advise on the return-to-work status of disabled employees.
  • Conduct comprehensive orientation for new physicians/NPs, ensuring competency in Occupational Health Clinic operations, OSHA recordkeeping, and Electronic Medical Record systems.
  • Ensure valid licenses and credentials of all professional staff are collected and reviewed.
  • Assist in staff performance reviews as requested.
  • Audit provider charting in EMR for accuracy and compliance.
  • Incorporate quality assurance measures into occupational health program planning.
  • Achieve and maintain clinical outcomes and population health goals through critical analysis of clinical data, chart reviews, and performance management.

Requirements:

  • 7+ years of experience in occupational healthcare.
  • At least 5 years of management experience.
  • Ability to travel up to 30% of the time.
  • Licensed in the continental U.S., Hawaii, Alaska, Puerto Rico, and U.S. Virgin Islands to provide oversight for Occupational Health and Emergency Missions.
  • Board Certified in Occupational Medicine or eligible for certification.
  • Licensed to perform U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier, and Coast Guard medical examinations.

About Valor Healthcare, Inc:

Valor Healthcare's mission is to provide quality healthcare to America's veterans through a focus on healing, dedication, and relentless resolve. Operating over 50 VA Community-Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs) across the U.S. as a contractor for the Department of Veterans Affairs, we offer a comprehensive range of medical services tailored to meet the specific needs of local VA medical centers, including primary care, diagnostics, laboratory, telehealth, and behavioral health services.