The position Physician (Occupational Medicine) is located at Tripler Medical Center, Honolulu, HI.
The Island of Oahu in Hawaii is often nicknamed (or translated as) "The Gathering Place". It is currently the most populated Hawaiian Island. The city of Honolulu is the largest city, state capital, and main deep water marine port for the State of Hawaii. As a jurisdictional unit, the entire island of Oahu is in Honolulu County, although as a place name, Honolulu occupies only a portion of the southeast end of the island. Well-known features found on Oahu include Waikiki, Pearl Harbor, Diamond Head, Hanauma, Kane’ohe Bay, Kailua Bay, North Shore, and the resort destination, Ko’Olina.
Oahu is also known for having the longest rain shower in history, which lasted for 200 consecutive days. Kāneʻohe Ranch reported 247 straight days with rain from August 27, 1993 to April 30, 1994. The average temperature in Oahu is around 70–85 °F (21–29 °C) and the island is the warmest in June through October. The weather during the winter is cooler, but still warm with an average temperature of 68–78 °F (20–26 °C).
ResponsibilitiesMAJOR DUTIES
Management of injured Federal workers under the Federal Employee Compensation Act and other Occupational Medicine patients, Latent Tuberculosis Infection (LTBI) Clinic patients, and traditional Preventive Medicine:
1. Medical Case Management Responsibilities -
Assesses the health care needs and ensures the provision of care for
occupational injuries, illnesses and incidents of potential hazard
exposure as the Medical Case Manager for Workers Compensation cases.
Plans, develops, and implements a comprehensive medical case management program for employees with work-related injuries and illnesses. Works with the Fort Shafter Federal Employee Compensation Act (FECA) Claims Administrator to identify cases that require review, screens all FECA claims and selects those cases meeting the selection criteria for medical case management. Develops, implements, and follows-up on the return-to-work plan for employees in the case management program in concert with the client, supervisor, treating physician, Fort Shafter Injury Compensation Program Administrator (ICPA) , Office of the Worker's Compensation Program (OWCP) claims examiner, OWCP nurse case manager, lawyer, and union representatives. Coordinates with health care providers to obtain the diagnosis and plan, ensure timely/appropriate treatment, coordinate referrals for PT and diagnostic testing, and ensures workers' medical limitations are accommodated by working with Civilian Personnel Advisory Center (CPAC) and the client's supervisor/managers to find temporary jobs.
Works in coordination with the ICPA and Safety officer to insure a complete record for each injured Federal employee and is responsible for the proper medical documentation of each case. Reviews employee injury data, monitors workers compensation cost containment measures, and contributes to improved workforce productivity by reducing lost work days, and lower medical care and disability costs for Schofield Barracks and tenant units. Provides and makes independent medical decisions concerning an injured employee's medical status and decides if recovery is progressing normally and when employee can return to work. Strives to reduce lost work time, medical and disability costs for injured employees. Strives to reduce lost work (comp) and medical disability costs for injured employees IAW acceptable standards of medical care.
Serves as case manager and return-to-work coordinator for workers with non-work-related impairments and disabilities. Works with EEO in
coordinating the Handicap Accommodation Program.
2. Occupational Health Physician Responsibilities -
Provides medical care for ill and injured civilian personnel in the
Occupational Health setting. Secures a health and developmental history of patients and records medical data/case histories in patient medical records. Questions patient regarding physical problems or discomforts; checks for abnormalities or signs of problems. Discriminates between normal and abnormal findings to recognize physical, emotional, or mental problems and makes critical evaluation. Examines and diagnoses patient's condition; makes decisions concerning patients medical care needs; treats acute minor illnesses and diseases within the scope of individual credentialed capabilities. Orders laboratory tests and X-rays as necessary. Refers more complicated cases and coordinates completed medical evaluations and recommendations with physicians engaged in all areas of medical specialization. Provides surveillance of patient's adherence to medical regimen to stabilize chronically ill persons; adjusts regimen
within established protocols. Conducts physical assessment evaluations for clients being evaluated for pre-employment, periodic medical, annual medical, return to work assessment and, when needed, termination evaluations, within the scope of credentialing limitations and designated occupational health physician directives.
Conducts the medical fitness-for-duty program in coordination with CPAC, union representatives, and related personnel, and provides data to Installation Medical Authority/Director Health Services.
3. Worksite Visit and Training Program Coordinator Responsibilities -
Conducts job site visits as required to observe the workplace physical layout and operations, to detect potential workplace hazards (biological, chemical, ergonomic, physical, and psychosocial), and to monitor for compliance with safety procedures and personal protective equipment usage.
Utilizes knowledge of toxicology to determine extent of actual risk posed to the worker based on industrial hygiene (IH) sampling data and ergonomic evaluations of job design. Develops, implements, and evaluates hazard abatement interventions selected from administrative, engineering and personal protective equipment options to protect the worker and the community. As the FECA Occupational Health Program manager, prepares written reports, detailing findings of the work site visit with recommended corrective actions, and independently modifies medical surveillance based on actual workplace exposures. Notifies managers and CPAC representatives regarding changes in the program. Maintains records of work site visits and communicates findings to the site supervisor, IH, safety, and other OH personnel. Promotes communication of findings to affected employees. Utilizes the computer for data management. Develops educational material, coordinates and manages delivery of the Occupational Health training programs to promote awareness of health hazards, comply with Army/DoD and other federal laws, regulations and mandates (TB, Hazard Communication, and Blood Borne Pathogen standards), prevent disease and maintain health. Plans and implements formal educational programs at the work site to meet workers needs and promote wellness (stress management, crisis intervention, workplace anger and violence, employee assistance programs). Training given to management, labor unions, health care providers, soldiers and civilians at TAMC, Fort Shafter and Schofield Barracks. Gives in-services to OH professionals and other medical professionals in the clinic to promote cross training and stay current on rapidly changing OH programs. Performs other duties as assigned to assist the Chief of the Preventive Medicine Department.
4.Professional Supervision –
Responsible for the direct supervision and rating of the Head Nurse of the Schofield Barracks Occupational Health Clinic. Provides oversight of the physician’s assistant (PA) and GS/TAPES staff. This supervision includes, but is not limited to, performance oversight and rating of assigned personnel based on established job descriptions and work objectives and may be expanded to include other work projects as assigned.
Performs other duties as assigned.
1. Incumbent must have an active medical license and credentials, and be a diplomate in the American Board of Preventive Medicine-Occupational Health. Must be able to be privileged as an independent provider by the TAMC privileging authority. If valid DEA controlled substance registration is not already held, incumbent must obtain and keep valid DEA controlled substance registration ASAP upon hire.
2. This position is a Testing Designated Position (TDP) subject to
applicant testing and random drug testing. Applicants tentatively selected for appointment to this position will participate in drug urinalysis testing, unless currently occupying a TDP within the Department of Defense. Tentatively selected applicants will be required to sign DA Form 5019 (Condition of Employment for Certain Civilian Positions Identified as Critical under the Department of the Army Drug-Free Federal Workplace Program) requiring participation in random drug testing as a condition of employment. A job offer to an applicant who is not a current employee will be withdrawn if the applicant refuses to be tested. Applicants with verified positive test results shall be refused employment. Applications from such individuals shall not be considered for employment for a period of 6 months from the date of the test results.
3. This position may require travel up to 5% of the time.
4. Immunization screening is required. Hepatitis B immunization is required for all positions with direct patient contact. Applicants may be required to show proof of other immunizations depending on the type of position.
5. This position has been designated “Mission Essential”. In the event of severe weather conditions or other such emergency type situations (natural or man-made disaster) the incumbent is required to report to work or remain at work as scheduled to support mission operations.
6. All Health Care Providers must be able to obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) Training and certification that is sponsored or endorsed by the American Heart Association (AHA). Current Advanced Life Support or other advanced certification does not supersede BLS completion.
7. Applicants must be able to fulfill credentialing requirements and obtain and maintain appropriate/relevant clinical privileges.