Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner for Occupational Health

• Occupational Health Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner (PA/NP)
• Gateway Regional Medical Center
• Department: Occupational Health Services
• Location: Granite City, Illinois

Position Summary

Gateway Regional Medical Center is seeking a qualified Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our Occupational Health Services team. The PA/NP will provide clinical evaluations, diagnosis, treatment, follow-up care, and preventive health services related to employee health and workplace safety.

This position will support pre-employment and periodic medical examinations, fitness-for-duty and return-to-work evaluations, work-related injuries and illnesses, workers' compensation case coordination, and employee health surveillance. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with Occupational Health, Human Resources, department leadership, safety personnel, and other healthcare professionals to promote employee well-being and support a safe work environment.

Benefits

Gateway Regional Medical Center offers a benefits package designed to support employees' health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Eligible employees may have access to the following benefits:

• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with a 1% employer match, subject to plan terms and eligibility requirements.
• Paid Time Off: Accrual of vacation and sick/mental health time, based on applicable plan provisions.
• Illinois Paid Leave: Paid leave in accordance with applicable Illinois requirements and organizational policy.
• Floating Holiday: One floating holiday for eligible full-time employees
• Employee Assistance Program: Resources to support employee well-being and access to assistance services.
• Health and Welfare Benefits: Additional benefit options may be available based on employment status and eligibility.
• Benefits are subject to applicable plan documents, eligibility requirements, and organizational policies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Conduct pre-employment and periodic medical examinations to evaluate employee health and fitness for assigned job duties.

Perform return-to-work and fitness-for-duty evaluations and provide appropriate medical recommendations and work restrictions.

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat work-related injuries and illnesses within the provider's scope of practice.
• Provide appropriate follow-up care, monitoring, referrals, and coordination with other healthcare professionals.
• Evaluate employee health concerns related to workplace exposures, conditions, and job responsibilities.

Support workers' compensation case management through medical evaluations, documentation, follow-up, and return-to-work recommendations.

Participate in employee health surveillance for individuals working in environments involving hazardous substances or other occupational risks.

Support occupational health screenings and drug-testing processes in accordance with applicable requirements and organizational procedures.

Maintain the confidentiality of employee medical records and sensitive health information.

Collaborate with Occupational Health staff, Human Resources, leadership, and safety personnel regarding employee health concerns and workplace safety.

Provide education and recommendations related to injury prevention, ergonomics, workplace safety, and employee wellness.

Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation, including diagnoses, treatment plans, referrals, work restrictions, and follow-up recommendations.

Support compliance with applicable OSHA, ADA, FMLA, workers' compensation, and other relevant occupational health requirements.

Identify opportunities to improve occupational health services, clinical processes, and employee wellness initiatives.

Escalate complex clinical cases and matters outside the provider's scope of practice to the appropriate physician or clinical leader.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Licensure

• Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
• Current, unrestricted Illinois license as a Physician Assistant or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, as applicable.
• Current national certification appropriate to the provider's role.
• Current BLS certification, as required by organizational policy.

Ability to practice within applicable state scope-of-practice requirements and organizational credentialing standards.

Experience and Skills

Clinical experience in occupational health, employee health, urgent care, primary care, or a related clinical setting preferred.

Knowledge of occupational health principles, workplace safety standards, and applicable healthcare regulations.

• Experience evaluating work-related injuries, return-to-work needs, and fitness-for-duty concerns preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound clinical judgment.

Ability to collaborate effectively with employees, leadership, HR, safety personnel, and other healthcare professionals.