How to hire an occupational medicine physician

How to hire an occupational medicine physician, step by step

Here's a step-by-step occupational medicine physician hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write an occupational medicine physician job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new occupational medicine physician
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   First, determine the employments status of the occupational medicine physician you need to hire. Certain occupational medicine physician roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

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   An occupational medicine physician's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, occupational medicine physicians from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list shows salaries for various types of occupational medicine physicians.

   Type of Occupational Medicine Physician	Description	Hourly rate
   Occupational Medicine Physician	Physicians and surgeons diagnose and treat injuries or illnesses. Physicians examine patients; take medical histories; prescribe medications; and order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests... Show more	$47-190
   Firefighter/Paramedic	Firefighters/paramedics handle emergency triage, ensure patient stability, and acute medical assessment. These professionals provide emergency medical care to infant, child, and adult trauma and medical patients based on assessment findings... Show more	$19-31
   Physiatrist	Physiatrists must have a bachelor's degree in physical sciences or a related field, a M.D. or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, and 4 to 7 years' internship and residency training specializing in rehab and physical medicine... Show more	$70-305

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • DOT
   • EMR
   • Internal Medicine
   • Physical Examinations
   • OSHA
   • Clinical Care
   • Occupational Injuries
   • Medical Surveillance
   • EKG
   • Patient Education
   • Medical Evaluations
   • Medical Management

   Responsibilities:

   • Initiate new treatment protocols for managing complex patients with co-morbid psychiatric and medical illnesses.
   • Perform minor procedures including but not limit to suturing, stapling splinting, incision and drainage etc.
   • Perform physical examinations and provide diagnosis and treatment for all work associate illnesses.
   • Provide overall quality prenatal health care, gynecological services, patient triage, refer patients with complications, provide patient education service
   • Assist with managing chronic illnesses including diabetes, hypertension, and CHF.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your occupational medicine physician job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. An occupational medicine physician salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, occupational medicine physicians' average salary in hawaii is 28% less than in oklahoma.
   • Seniority. Entry-level occupational medicine physicians earn 75% less than senior-level occupational medicine physicians.
   • Certifications. An occupational medicine physician with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in an occupational medicine physician's salary.

   Average occupational medicine physician salary

   $199,058yearly

   $95.70 hourly rate

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   Entry-level occupational medicine physician salary

   $99,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 17, 2025

   Average occupational medicine physician salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	Wisconsin	$245,530	$118
   2	Missouri	$231,691	$111
   3	North Dakota	$223,540	$107
   4	District of Columbia	$218,801	$105
   5	Illinois	$217,129	$104
   6	Oregon	$215,736	$104
   7	Pennsylvania	$212,916	$102
   8	California	$211,344	$102
   9	Colorado	$208,078	$100
   10	Ohio	$204,695	$98
   11	Utah	$203,307	$98
   12	Washington	$202,235	$97
   13	Texas	$201,441	$97
   14	Massachusetts	$201,322	$97
   15	Florida	$195,405	$94
   16	Connecticut	$195,330	$94
   17	Indiana	$195,157	$94
   18	Michigan	$192,049	$92
   19	Kansas	$186,655	$90
   20	Iowa	$184,037	$88

   Average occupational medicine physician salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Dignity Health	$291,934	$140.35	239
   2	Essentia Health	$285,986	$137.49	861
   3	Community Health Systems	$281,111	$135.15	94
   4	Olathe Health	$267,480	$128.60
   5	ProMedica Toledo Hospital	$267,220	$128.47	14
   6	HealthPartners	$265,428	$127.61	143
   7	Aurora Health Care	$260,997	$125.48	22
   8	UCHealth	$256,145	$123.15	87
   9	Frederick Health	$256,145	$123.15	20
   10	Atrium Health Floyd	$254,932	$122.56	130
   11	MMG	$253,673	$121.96
   12	Jackson Physician Search	$252,578	$121.43	1
   13	Novant Health	$246,025	$118.28	34
   14	Kaiser Permanente	$244,514	$117.55	156
   15	Wellstar Health System	$243,351	$117.00	34
   16	Baylor Scott & White Health	$242,526	$116.60	428
   17	SIMED Health	$240,197	$115.48	2
   18	Bristol Hospital And Health Care Group, Inc.	$239,635	$115.21	3
   19	Mountain Medical	$239,292	$115.04
   20	Barton Associates	$239,193	$115.00

4. Writing an occupational medicine physician job description

   An occupational medicine physician job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of an occupational medicine physician job description:

   Occupational medicine physician job description example

   Job-7208
   This well-established Occupational Medicine practice in Macon, GA is seeking a board certified/board eligible Occupational Medicine physician to join a group of seasoned physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, physical therapists and licensed and certified staff.
   
   The practice will also consider Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Emergency Medicine physicians with at least two years Occupational Medicine experience preferred. Must be licensed and certified by the State of GA. DOT Medical Examiner Certification and MRO Certification preferred.
   
   This is a high-volume practice, perfect for someone who is energetic and motivated. Facility hours are Monday - Friday from 7:30 am - 5:00 pm. No weekends and no call!
   
   Physician will participate in business development and work directly with local businesses and industries to help promote safety in the workplace. Ideal candidate will thrive in a productive, cohesive and busy practice focused on patient and employer access, quality and satisfaction.
   
   The practice offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits - health, dental, LTD & AD&D, PTO and 401K. Malpractice included.
   
   This is an excellent opportunity to demonstrate your skills in work related injuries, illnesses, treatment and outcomes. You will conduct workplace visits; provide acute injury care, perform DOT physical exams, perform post-offer and periodic physical exams, complete fitness for duty and return to work exams, oversee respiratory and hearing conservation programs, and be well versed in OSHA compliance.
   
   Computer literacy is a requirement. Must be comfortable and proficient in using the electronic medical record system and communicating electronically. It is essential that the physician be timely in completing medical records.
   
   Conveniently located only 80 miles south of downtown Atlanta, Macon, Georgia has a rich history, incredible architecture, stunning Southern charm, and a soulful musical heritage have branded Macon "Where Soul Lives". Only in Macon can you hike at ancient Indian mounds and enter into North America's only reconstructed earth lodge, tour the 18,000 square foot, 7-story Italian Renaissance Revival mansion known as the "Palace of The South", immerse yourself in musical history by taking a "Free Birds & Night Owls" or "Rock n' Roll Stroll" tour, or explore the Southeast's largest collection of African-American art, history, and culture. It's more than a place on a map. It's a vibe all its own. Some people say there's something in the water in Macon that ignites the creative spark in people. Walk or bike at the Amerson River Park on the Ocmulgee Heritage Trail. You can even kayak it if you're feeling adventurous. We also have Lake Tobesofkee where you can play in the sand, boat, or picnic. For all of this (and so much more!), there are lots of reasons to move to Macon!

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5. Post your job

   To find the right occupational medicine physician for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with occupational medicine physicians they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit occupational medicine physicians who meet your education requirements.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your occupational medicine physician job on Zippia to find and recruit occupational medicine physician candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites such as healthcarejobsite, health jobs nationwide, hospitalcareers, medreps.com.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with occupational medicine physician candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new occupational medicine physician

   Once you have selected a candidate for the occupational medicine physician position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new occupational medicine physician first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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