Physicians Assistant

Job Summary:

We are seeking a licensed Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to provide occupational health services on an intermittent basis covering for staff absences in our Occupational Health Clinic. This role focuses on supporting the wellness safety and medical needs of city employees with duties spanning from injury triage to physical exams and regulatory testing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide primary urgent and occupational health care to adult employees including diagnosis treatment and follow-up care
  

• Conduct health evaluations post-offer/pre-placement physical exams and CDL medical certifications
  

• Perform in-person and telephone triage of injured employees determining appropriate care and facilitating referrals as needed
  

• Collaborate closely with the City s Physical Therapy Workers Compensation team and other relevant internal departments
  

• Conduct OSHA-compliant evaluations and testing including:
  

  • Hearing conservation assessments (CAOHC standards)
    

  • Pulmonary clearance and respirator fit testing
    

  • Support for asbestos monitoring protocols
    

• Prescribe medications order diagnostic tests and maintain accurate documentation in compliance with state and federal regulations
  

• Assist in developing or reviewing occupational health policies and procedures alongside safety engineers ergonomics and industrial hygiene personnel
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing or Physician Assistant program
  

• Active and unrestricted license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the State of Colorado
  

• Board Certification from AANPCB ANCC or NCCPA (as applicable)
  

• State and Federal DEA certification to prescribe Schedule II V controlled substances
  

• Registered with the National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners (NRCME)
  

• Current BLS certification
  

• Relevant and progressively responsible experience in urgent care emergency care or occupational health specifically treating adult patients
  

• Experience handling occupational injuries is highly valued
  

Additional Requirements:

• Proof of liability insurance must be provided by the selected candidate s agency
  

• Must be able to work on an as-needed basis to provide coverage when regular staff are unavailable
  

Comments/Special Instructions:

This is a non-benefited intermittent position. Candidates must be flexible and capable of stepping into coverage roles with short notice. The ideal applicant will be experienced in both clinical treatment and occupational safety protocols with strong collaboration and communication skills.