Locum Tenens Physician - Occupational Medicine Needed in CO

Job Description

We are seeking an Occupational Medicine Physician for a 2-day assignment starting Aug 7, 2026, in Colorado. This role involves a standard 8-hour workday, focusing on performing DOT physicals, evaluating and treating workplace injuries, conducting pre-employment examinations, and managing a variety of occupational medicine cases. The successful candidate will provide essential healthcare services, ensuring compliance and patient well-being within an occupational health setting.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Perform DOT physicals and FMCSA certifications.
• Evaluate, treat, and manage workplace injuries.
• Conduct workers’ compensation follow-ups and provide return-to-work clearances.
• Execute pre-employment and fit-for-duty examinations.
• Complete necessary employer and DOT documentation.
• Manage basic urgent care and occupational medicine visits.
• Address common occupational musculoskeletal injuries of the neck, back, and extremities.
• Assess work-related head injuries without loss of consciousness, assuming the individual is conscious and alert.
• Manage work-related injuries to the chest or abdomen, including potential hernias.
• Treat work-related lacerations of the face and extremities that do not impair function or sensation.
• Handle work-related foreign bodies to the eye and other non-penetrating eye injuries or conditions not affecting vision.
• Diagnose and treat work-related rashes and occupational skin conditions.
• Manage occupational asthma and other work-related respiratory symptoms.

Additional Information

• Board certified in Occupational Medicine.
• EMR system: Systoc.

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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