Create a policy and procedure and an expanded, comprehensive job description for a Medical Director of the #[name of occhealth program] occupational health program.
For the job description, include a full job description for the position of occupational health program medical director as would be found in a human resources policy and procedure manual to include in a physician employment agreement for same.
Include all items in this template:
Sample of Medical Director Responsibilities for OHP
a. Function as the supervising physician for the Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant, and on an as needed basis, review all cases seen as part of Occupational Health Program. The review includes:
a. Injury Care - the history of the injury/medical problem(s) or the findings, diagnoses, treatment plan, any limitations or restrictions, discharge, and follow-up. Open cases will be tagged and followed.
b. Exams and Screenings – appropriate testing to meet the individual company needs for functional tasks of the candidate, appropriate testing to meet OSHA guidelines, and appropriate screenings to meet Drug free workplace criteria of the company.
b. Provide input into the development of medical and operational protocols to be utilized by the Occupational Health Staff and submit protocols, as requested, through appropriate medical staff process for approval.
c. Provide medical direction and consultation to the Occupational Health Staff. Provide educational programs in support of wellness and preventive health measures.
e. Meet regularly (minimum weekly) with the Occupational Health Director and staff.
f. Monitor referrals for appropriateness concerning both job-related and non-job related injuries and illnesses identified as a result of the Occupational Health Service Program to physicians on the medical staff of the Hospital who are participating in the Occupational Health Service referral panels.
g. Assist in the recruitment of physicians interested in participating in and promoting the Occupational Health Services Program.
h. Assume responsibility for the medical direction of physicians conducting examinations, disability evaluations, return to work exams, etc. for the Occupational Health Service and monitor the progress of employees referred to physicians. Hold referring physicians accountable for adhering to Occupational Health protocol and for their evaluation/treatment plans and ultimate outcomes.
i. Assume a leadership role in preventive medicine and support the encouragement of employees to seek care from their personal physicians for non-job related medical problems to facilitate a healthy lifestyle.
j. Provide regular contact with key company representatives, and make presentations to company executives in coordination with occupational health staff.
k. Advise Occupational Health Staff on the content of physical exams and health screening programs appropriate to the industry setting. Assist in design of medical surveillance programs based on MSDS sheets and other company protocols. Assist in design of company health programs and strategies for promotion of wellness of employees.
l. Review and approve clinical outcome parameters for the Injury Management and Return to Work Program.
m. Maintain open communication between occupational health staff, administration, and the medical staff. Provide an annual physician education program on Occupational Health including the Occupational Health Program.
n. Participate in case review of all employees out of work as a result of a work related injury
o. Supervise staff providers regarding the using the following guidelines as competency standards:
Provider Performance Criteria for Physical Exams for Client Company Employees
Each Provider shall provide and document:
Review each patient's medical history
Perform history and physical exams on each client requiring a MD exam.
Review abnormal findings and make recommendations regarding the same.
Act as a resource for patient questions and concerns.
Act as a medical consultant/advisor regarding the medical status of the clients presenting for physical examinations for the staff.
Provide work restrictions for those clients examined for return to work.
Provide medical evaluations for initial injury evaluations for employees as requested
Complete the initial report of injury for all employees seen.
Identify causality for all injuries treated.
Coordinate evaluations for temporary and permanent disability.
Direct referrals for job-related injuries and illnesses identified as a result of the Occupational Health Service Program to physicians on the medical staff of the Hospital who are participating in the Occupational Health Service referral panels.
