Nurse Practitioner - Occupational Health
Location: San Jose, CA
Pay Rate: $ 110.14/hour
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM-5:30 PM
Position Type: Contract
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner to join an Occupational Health team in San Jose, CA . This role focuses on providing high-quality occupational health services, including injury case management, clinical care for work-related injuries, medical surveillance, and return-to-work support. The ideal candidate is a collaborative healthcare professional with extensive Workers' Compensation and Occupational Health experience who is committed to promoting employee health and workplace safety.
Please Note: Candidates must have a minimum of two (2) years of Occupational Health or Workers' Compensation experience. Applicants without this experience will not be considered.
Key Responsibilities
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Manage work-related injury and illness cases from initial evaluation through return-to-work.
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Perform comprehensive clinical assessments, physical examinations, and develop treatment plans for occupational injuries and illnesses.
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Conduct telephonic and virtual triage using evidence-based protocols to determine the appropriate level of care.
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Perform medical surveillance and fitness-for-duty evaluations in accordance with regulatory requirements.
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Administer vaccines, vision screenings, and other occupational health assessments as needed.
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Coordinate referrals to specialty care and collaborate with physicians and medical directors.
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Document all patient encounters accurately using electronic health records (EHR) and occupational health management systems.
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams to investigate workplace incidents and support hazard mitigation efforts.
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Determine work-relatedness of injuries and illnesses while ensuring compliance with OSHA recordkeeping requirements.
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Provide guidance regarding workplace restrictions, accommodations, and return-to-work planning.
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Support occupational health initiatives designed to improve employee health, safety, and wellness.
Required Qualifications
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Licensed Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Registered Nurse (RN) with an active California license. Nurse Practitioner candidates are strongly preferred.
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Minimum of two (2) years of Occupational Health or Workers' Compensation experience (required).
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At least three (3) years of injury case management experience in an occupational health or clinical setting.
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Strong knowledge of California Workers' Compensation regulations and processes.
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Current BLS/CPR certification.
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Ability to obtain Certified Occupational Hearing Conservationist (COHC) certification within six months of hire.
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Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and decision-making skills.
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Knowledge of OSHA, FMLA, ADA, HIPAA, and medical recordkeeping requirements.
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Experience managing multiple cases and projects simultaneously.
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Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
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Strong computer proficiency and experience using electronic health records.
Preferred Qualifications
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Licensed Adult or Family Nurse Practitioner in California.
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Certified Occupational Health Nurse-Specialist (COHN-S).
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Master's degree in Nursing with an emphasis in Occupational Health.
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Master's degree in Public Health (MPH).
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Case Management Certification.
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NIOSH-approved Spirometry Certification.
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Experience with occupational health software such as OHM or Cority.
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Telehealth experience.
Schedule
Additional Information
Pay Details: $110.14 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
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The California Fair Chance Act
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Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
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Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
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San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
