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Physician

Human Resources

Job Description:

Move forward with us! At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets customers to their destinations on time--and we're looking to hire talented folks with a love of learning to make it all possible.

Roles and Responsibilities:

+ Develops and maintains standards of clinical practice and participates in the development of medical policies and procedures.

+ Provides supervision to clinical staff. Supervises and assists with the evaluation of both employee and pre-employment physical exams, illnesses and injuries. Reviews and provides information regarding clinical questions raised by clients and patients.

+ Ensures that all DOT/FTA/FRA regulations are maintained in reference to all physicals, fit-for duty evaluations, and return-to-work clearances.

+ Serves as expert medical witness at union grievances, arbitrations, hearings and court proceedings as requested by Labor Relations and/or the Deputy Attorney General.

+ Review medical documentation connected with Family and Medical Leave (FMLA) and reasonable accommodation requests, as requested.

+ Serves as the Medical Review Officer for drug testing programs, which includes providing current information or changes in regulations to appropriate corporate and field personnel.

+ Serves as a consultant for all health sites for difficult patient cases, adverse health trends and safety concerns. Introduces new medical equipment and regulations when required.

+ Examines employees and submit reports on the medical fitness of employees resuming employment after absence because of illness/injury.

+ Performs routine physician duties, including examining patients, evaluating cases and directing referrals for treatment and care. Confirms orders of nurses, laboratory tests, physical therapy, x- rays, electrocardiograms, etc. and interprets findings.

+ Performs post-offer physicals, periodic examinations and DOT/ CDL exams. Provides medical examinations and surveillance in response to environmental hazards.

+ Contacts private physicians of employees to discuss abnormal findings.

+ Collaborates with ancillary staff (nurses, physician assistants, and medical assistants) to ensure adequate and proper handling of all clinical visits.

+ As the MRO, oversees the MROA and MRO office

Education, Experience and Qualifications:

+ NJ State Medical license required

+ Must be Board Certified in Occupational Medicine, Internal Medicine or Emergency Medicine

+ DOT/medical examiner certification required

+ Must have at least five (5) years of experience in Occupational Medicine.

+ Medical Review Officer (MRO) Certification highly desirable. If not, must obtain within 1 year of hire

+ Basic Life Support certification required

Knowledge and Skills:

+ Must have at least five (5) years of experience in Occupational Medicine or similar, including urgent care or DOT exam provider.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

+ NJ State Medical license required.

+ Must be Board Certified in Occupational Medicine, Internal Medicine or Emergency Medicine.

+ DOT/medical examiner certification required

+ Medical Review Officer (MRO) Certification, if not, must obtain within 1 year of hire

+ Basic Life Support certification required

At NJ Transit you will enjoy a competitive salary and excellent benefits package:

+ Comprehensive Family Health Insurance – Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision

+ Flexible Spending Account

+ Life Insurance

+ Paid Leave

+ Tuition Assistance

+ Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits Plan

+ Retirement Plans

+ 401(a) - Retirement plan with a 6% employer contribution

+ 401(k) - Retirement saving plan with up to an 3% company match

+ 457(b) - Deferred Savings Plan

At NJ TRANSIT, diversity and inclusivity are vital to our success as we are committed to hiring individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and veteran status. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply and join our team.

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