Family Medicine Physician Job in Medford, OR

Not-for-profit system with 40 ambulatory clinics in Southern Oregon seeks occupational medicine physician for location in Medford, OR. Occupational Health offers a full range of services including wellness and prevention programs, and treatment of on-the-job injuries. Candidates with five years of experience in Occupational Health preferred.

The Physician for Occupational Health has the responsibility of treating and managing Worker's Compensation claims, working as a point of reference providing guidance and information to the employee, employer, and insurance carrier, and managing patients for the duration of their Work Comp claim. In addition, the Physician will perform Department of Transportation physicals in accordance with federal guidelines and regulations as well as perform physicals for non-DOT related needs; act as a liaison for the community, supporting and advocating for the importance of safe practices and healthy choices in the workplace; act as a Medical Review Officer for the clinic's drug screening program in Medford and Grants Pass, Oregon. The ideal candidate will possess a strong knowledge of treating Worker's Compensation claims, and a strong ability to balance the needs of the patients, the employers, and the insurance carriers.

Practice Highlights

• 100% outpatient, no call
• Full range of services including wellness and prevention programs
• Treatment of on-the-job injuries

Compensation/Benefits

• Leading compensation for 2 years plus full benefits
• $15,000 relocation
• $5,000 annual CME allowance
• $50K sign on bonus
• Quality performance bonus up to 16% of base salary starting in year 2.
• 30 days of paid time off per year
• Excellent health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits

About Medford, Oregon

Medford is situated in the Rogue Valley in the southern portion of Oregon. It's surrounded by mountains and located in Jackson County. The economy is primarily based on healthcare while agriculture and the timber industry are still significant economic factors. Medford is known for its excellent pears. Harry and David Operations Corp. is the biggest direct marketing company regarding fruits and food gift items in the country. Medford and the surrounding region have developed a thriving wine industry.

Outdoor reaction activities are popular for residents and tourists. The well-known Crater Lake, which is the deepest lake in the country is nearby. Due to being positioned between the Siskiyou Mountains and the Cascade Range, the city does not receive the substantial amount of rain that typically falls in the towns in the Pacific Northwest.

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