Associate Medical Director - Occupational Medicine

Job DetailsJob Location: Clay, NY - Clay, NY 31041Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $280,000.00 - $325,000.00 SalaryTravel Percentage: NoneJob Category: PhysicianJob Summary

 WorkCare is seeking an experienced Associate Medical Director – Occupational Health to support an on-site construction clinic in New York.

This on-site leadership role partners directly with the WorkCare Medical Director to deliver clinical excellence, regulatory compliance, emergency preparedness, and workforce health strategy within a large-scale construction site and future complex manufacturing environment.

The On-site Associate Medical Director provides direct clinical care while supporting medical oversight of advanced practice providers, nursing staff, and ancillary clinical personnel. This position plays a critical role in protecting workforce health, supporting operational continuity, and aligning site-level occupational health services to the Client’s rigorous global standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical Care & Case Management


Provide on-site urgent, episodic, and occupational medical care.
Evaluate and manage work-related injuries and illnesses.
Conduct fitness-for-duty and medical clearance evaluations.
Lead return-to-work planning in collaboration with site leadership, HR, and safety teams. 
Review and interpret medical surveillance testing.


Medical Leadership & Oversight


Support the Medical Director in clinical governance and quality assurance.
Provide delegated clinical oversight for advanced practice providers and nursing staff. 
Promote adherence to corporate occupational health standards and regulatory requirements.
Assist in the development and implementation of occupational health policies and SOPs.


​​​​​​​Regulatory Compliance & Risk Mitigation


Ensure compliance with OSHA and applicable federal, state, and industry-specific regulations. 
Maintain accurate and confidential employee health records.
Support workers’ compensation case coordination and documentation.
Serve as Medical Review Officer (MRO) for drug testing programs (if necessary).


​​​​​​​Emergency Preparedness & Business Continuity


Participate in disaster planning, drills, and emergency response coordination.
Support on-site Emergency Response Teams (ERT).
Provide clinical leadership during critical incidents.
Contribute to business continuity planning aligned with global standards.


Workplace Health Strategy


Conduct workplace walkthroughs in construction and manufacturing environments.
Collaborate with Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) and industrial hygiene teams. 
Assist in hazard mitigation strategy and exposure surveillance programs.
Support health promotion and wellness initiatives to various workforce types.


​​​​​​​Innovation & Reporting


Assist in integrating digital health tools, telehealth, and data analytics.
Contribute to reporting metrics and program performance dashboards.
Support global program audits and continuous improvement initiatives.

QualificationsEducation/Licenses


MD or DO from an accredited U.S. institution required.
Active, unrestricted New York medical license required.
DEA registration required.
State-controlled substance certification if indicated.
Minimum 5–7 years of occupational and/or acute care clinical experience required.
Current BLS certification (ACLS preferred) required.
Medical malpractice insurability required


Preferred Qualifications


Board Certification in Occupational and Environmental Medicine  (American Board of Preventive Medicine) or board eligibility. 
Prior leadership or associate/deputy medical director experience.
Experience in semiconductor manufacturing, advanced manufacturing, or large construction projects.
Current MRO certification.
Active membership in ACOEM.
Experience collaborating with EHS, industrial hygiene, and corporate leadership teams.  


Skills and Competencies


Strong clinical judgement in occupational and acute care settings.
Ability to lead in high-reliability, safety-sensitive environments.
Executive-level communication skills.
Regulatory and compliance expertise.
Collaborative leadership style with multidisciplinary teams.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic construction and manufacturing environment.


Computer Skills


Must be competent in the Windows operating system environment, Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and learn other software as needed.


Physical Demands


Ability to stand, walk, bend, and kneel; may need to navigate uneven walkways and terrain.
Requires sitting while working at a desk.
Ability to work under stressful, sometimes unpredictable situations.
Manual dexterity required for use of handling medical equipment, performing medical procedures, using compu