Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Occupational Medicine Needed in MA

Job Description

We are seeking an Occupational Medicine Nurse Practitioner for a 1-day assignment starting Sep 25, 2026, in Massachusetts. Our client needs coverage from 7:30am to 3:30pm, with duties focused on providing standard care for minor work-related injuries, including splinting and suturing, and managing various occupational health needs for walk-in patients from a local construction site.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide standard care for minor work-related injuries.
• Perform splinting and suturing when indicated.
• Refer severe cases for appropriate advanced care.
• Determine the necessity of X-rays; on-site ordering is available.
• Assess tetanus vaccination needs for patients.
• Document employer-requested drug tests.
• Evaluate and document patient return-to-work status.
• Manage a variety of work-related injuries including lacerations, twisted knees, sprains, chemical exposures, foreign bodies in the eye, and concussions.
• Serve a patient population consisting solely of walk-ins from a local construction site.

Additional Information

• Board Certifications: Occupational Medicine
• EMR: Athenahealth

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension.

Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.

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