Occupational Medicine Physician - Reviewing Medical Officer (RMO) - Law Enforcement and Surveillance Case Review Program - PT

STGiis recruiting for an Occupational Medicine Physician - Reviewing Medical Officer (RMO) for the Law Enforcement and Surveillance Case Review Program for Federal Occupational Health Services (FOH) in Rockville, MD and/or Nationwide/Remote.

Job Specific Duties and Responsibilities: The Reviewing Medical Officer (RMO) in the Law Enforcement and Surveillance (LE-S) Case Review Program evaluates cases for federal agencies seeking medical clearance for safety-sensitive positions, such as federal law enforcement officers and firefighters, as well as for surveillance related to occupational exposures. The LE-S RMOs also review and provide recommendations for other types of occupational medicine evaluations related to LE-S. In addition to conducting case reviews, the RMO provides expert medical consultation on law enforcement and surveillance programs for federal employees. While the RMO works independently, they also collaborate with team members, offering consultation and training to ensure high-quality reviews and exceptional customer service.

Clinical

The Joint Commission (TJC) - Quality and Safety

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  Participates in preparation for TJC accreditation, as requested.

  
  

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  Maintains all medical records securely according to TJC standards.

  
  

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  Maintains appointment to medical staff and privileges for all services assigned according to FOH Credentialing and Privileging policy.

  
  

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  Maintain board-certification and licenses to practice medicine in accordance with professional societies and state regulations.

  
  

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  Participates in FOH peer review process as requested.

  
  

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  Assist in establishing and participate in performing continuous quality improvement assessments of the various examination types that are reviewed in law enforcement and medical surveillance.

  
  

Service Operations

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  Performs various types of occupational medical reviews, as assigned.

  
  

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  Provide medical content of written and oral consultation determinations and recommendations to the customer with 100 percent accuracy.

  
  

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  Demonstrate the ability to convey expert medical opinions and advice using excellent communication skills. These communications will primarily be written.

  
  

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  Supports the medical and consultative needs for one (1) or more federal agencies.

  
  

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  Perform a mixture of administrative, clinical, and consultant responsibilities depending on the specific assignments and the needs of FOH in completing a case.

  
  

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  Perform medical consultation and completes reviews in accordance with FOH policy and guidelines.

  
  

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  Demonstrates a strong level of technical expertise in occupational and primary care medicine and provides consultation (and medical care when required) of the highest caliber.

  
  

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  Demonstrate the ability to work and communicate effectively, particularly in high stress situations.

  
  

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  Possess a strong technical knowledge regarding federal occupational safety and health regulations.

  
  

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  Provides assistance and consultative support to Examining Physicians (Eps) when needed.

  
  

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  May be required to perform clinical duties in support of agency needs such as ordering and reviewing labs, client follow-up, etc..

  
  

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  May be required to conduct hands-on examinations (if privileged by FOH), and render a professional opinion as it relates to work clearances or recommendations consistent with the examination findings and established physical qualifications.

  
  

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  Monitors health of employees and employee populations enrolled in medical surveillance programs and conducts epidemiologic assessment of these populations when warranted.

  
  

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  Advises Federal agency clients on development, management, and improvement of medical surveillance and certification programs.

  
  

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  May be asked to provide occupational and environmental medicine related presentations to Federal agency employee group.

  
  

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  Performs at least annual reviews of agency existing medical programs for which they are the lead RMO, with other members of the FOH team (i.e., Customer Agreement Manager (CAM), Account Executive (AE), Administrative Medical Assistant (AMA), Administrative Assistants (AA).

  
  

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  Provides expert witness testimony as needed related to case reviews performed.

  
  

Administrative (Business/Management)

Procurement

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  Performs work as contract employee according to both FOH and vendor rules and requirements.

  
  

Cost Recovery

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  Submit monthly billing in the required format and by the specified deadline when requested.

  
  

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  Report billing for services with 100 percent accuracy.

  
  

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  Adheres to limits of administrative time when applicable.

  
  

Staffing and Reporting Relationships

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  Receives FOH program direction from the FOH Medical Director or designee.

  
  

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  Notifies FOH Medical Director or designee of any planned Leave of absence using established processes.

  
  

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  Attends all monthly RMO calls in real time or by viewing recorded sessions.

  
  

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  Presents interesting case or topic to RMOs apropos to law enforcement or medical surveillance at least once each calendar year.

  
  

Technology

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  Completes all required training and demonstrates proficiency in using FOH IT systems (including FedHealth) for the performance of reviews and communication.

  
  

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  Reviews and complies with all federal cybersecurity policies and standard operating procedures.

  
  

Strategy

Customer Service

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  Demonstrates a high level of professional conduct.

  
  

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  Provides quality work products in a short time frame, which is pre-determined by the type of work that is to be completed.

  
  

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  Works with designated management, safety, and human relations personnel of federal agency clients on all matters pertaining to occupational health and safety and related programs and services.

  
  

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  Partners with FOH team members (AE, AMA, Program Manager for medical review) to provide prompt response to customer inquiries related to case reviews or urgent consultation.