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Healthworks Medical
Los Alamos, New Mexico

Occupational Health Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Physician Assistant 8.7 Work-LifeNo callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$105k-$140k

The week · per this posting · Monday – Thursday4-day week

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Job Description

  • Level: Experienced
  • Job Location: HW Los Alamos NM - Los Alamos, NM 87544
  • Position Type: Full Time
  • Education Level: Graduate Degree
  • Salary Range: $105,000.00 - $140,000.00 Salary/year
  • Job Category: Health Care, Occupational Health Nurse Practitioner (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA)
  • Location: Los Alamos, New Mexico
  • Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Thursday | 4-Day Workweek Make a Difference in Workplace Health — Join Health

Works Medical! Are you a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant looking for a rewarding opportunity with a great work-life balance? At HealthWorks Medical, we're passionate about making people and workplaces healthier and safer.

We believe exceptional healthcare starts with a strong team, a commitment to excellence, and a genuine desire to make a difference. We're seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner (APRN/NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our occupational health team supporting the N3B project in Los Alamos, New Mexico.

This is an exciting opportunity to practice occupational medicine in a specialized workplace setting, helping employees stay healthy, safe, and ready for work — all while enjoying a four-day workweek!

What You'll Do As an Occupational Health Provider, you'll play an important role in supporting employee health, workplace safety, and injury prevention.

Your responsibilities will include: Provide Quality Patient Care: Evaluate, diagnose, and treat occupational injuries and illnesses while delivering compassionate, evidence-based care.

Promote Workplace Wellness: Conduct occupational health assessments, medical surveillance examinations, screenings, and preventive health services. Support Injury Prevention: Partner with workplace safety professionals and clinic leadership to identify health risks and promote safer work environments.

Manage Occupational Health Cases: Coordinate care, maintain accurate medical documentation, and assist with workers' compensation cases and return-to-work planning. Educate and Empower Employees: Provide guidance on injury prevention, ergonomics, occupational exposures, and healthy lifestyle choices.

Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with clinic staff, management, safety personnel, and other healthcare professionals to support employee well-being. Maintain Compliance: Follow applicable occupational health regulations, clinical protocols, and workplace safety requirements.

Support Emergency Preparedness: Participate in occupational health emergency response planning and related activities. What We're Looking For Current Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant licensure in New Mexico, or eligibility to obtain licensure.

Relevant clinical experience; occupational medicine experience is preferred. Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and decision-making skills. Excellent communication, documentation, and organizational abilities. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment. A commitment to patient-centered care, professionalism, and workplace safety.

Why Join HealthWorks? At HealthWorks, we believe our employees are the heart of everything we do. We're committed to creating a workplace where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow. What makes this opportunity special?

Four-Day Workweek: Enjoy a Monday–Thursday schedule with more time for life outside of work. Meaningful Work: Make a direct impact on employee health and workplace safety. Supportive Team Environment: Work alongside professionals who believe in collaboration and putting people first.

Professional Growth: Be part of an organization that values learning, development, and continuous improvement.

Employee Benefits: Eligible employees have access to company-sponsored benefits, including paid time off, paid holidays, health, dental & vision, retirement benefits (employer match & profit sharing), and other wellness-related programs.

Our Culture — The HealthWorks Difference Our mission is simple: Make people and workplaces healthier and safer. Our core values guide how we care for our patients, support our teammates, and serve our customers: Always Growing — We embrace learning and continuous improvement.

Customer Focused — We put people and service at the center of what we do. One Team — We work together, support one another, and celebrate shared success. Servant's Heart — We lead with compassion, integrity, and a willingness to help. Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant who enjoys occupational medicine, values teamwork, and wants a rewarding career with a four-day workweek, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today and discover what it means to be part of the HealthWorks team!

HealthWorks Medical is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants.

Qualifications

Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the state of employment. Master's degree in Nursing or Health Sciences from an accredited institution. Certification in Occupational Health Nursing (COHN) or similar is preferred.

Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in occupational health, emergency medicine, or a related field. Strong understanding of occupational health and safety regulations, including OSHA standards. Experience with workers' compensation and case management.

Excellent clinical skills with the ability to perform comprehensive health assessments and make evidence-based clinical decisions. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment. Proficiency in the use of electronic health records (EHR) and clinical software systems.

About Us

HealthWorks Medical is dedicated to providing premier occupational health services, ensuring the safety, health, and well-being of employees at the Newport News Nuclear (N3B) BWXT Los Alamos project.

Key Responsibilities

The provider will evaluate, diagnose, and treat occupational injuries while conducting medical surveillance and preventive health services. They will also collaborate with safety teams to manage workers' compensation cases and ensure compliance with workplace health regulations.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a current Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license in New Mexico and possess a Master's degree in Nursing or Health Sciences. A minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in occupational health, emergency medicine, or a related field is required.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Diagnostic skillsHealth surveillanceRegulatory compliance

Occupational Medicine — Physician Assistant Career Context

Of the 50 active Physician Assistant listings this role was benchmarked against, 8% are remote, 76% have no call, 80% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for New Mexico is 92.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$123k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $133k in an average-cost state. 61.4% of New Mexico clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Physician Assistant market look like in New Mexico?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score8.7 / 10 · top 5% in occupational medicineranked against 156 Occupational Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$105k–$140kPhysician Assistant median $126k (middle half $110k–$155k)42 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$133k in purchasing powerNew Mexico index 92.2 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physician Assistant listings in New Mexico41 active4,547 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 8% remote · 76% no call · 80% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedUS Physician Assistant listings: 23% state a sign-on bonus (median $15k) · 6% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
Occupational Medicine hiring demand#1 of 6 specialtiespostings stay open a median 35 days · 43% state a sign-on bonusWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 93 postings, 33 closed
New Occupational Medicine listings182 in the last 30 days141 the 30 days before (+29%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Physician Assistant pay trend+2.5% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (156 Occupational Medicine listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), WeekdayDoc Hiring Index; as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Occupational Health Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant at Healthworks Medical a 8.7 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Occupational Medicine — ranked against 156 active Occupational Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.

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Salary Distribution

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

34 jobs · 19 employers
401k / retirement match
88% this job
Sign-on bonus
65%
CME allowance
65%
Relocation assistance
12%
Loan repayment
9%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.4this job 8.7
Among the best 10% of Occupational Medicine listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 156 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Healthworks Medical

Medical Practices
Paducah, Kentucky
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Paid time off
Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Retirement benefits (employer match & profit sharing)
Wellness programs

Living in Los Alamos

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$555k≈ 5.3× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,554/mo≈ 29% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
12 min
State income tax
Up to 5.9%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.