Occupational Medicine Reviewer (WA)
Position Description
As a Physician Reviewer, you will evaluate medical records, prepare concise clinical summaries, and provide independent medical opinions in response to specific questions posed by our clients. Reviews may include assessments of medical necessity, causation, work-relatedness, impairment, disability status, return-to-work recommendations, and appropriateness of treatment.
- Reviewing medical records and supporting documentation
- Conducting evidence-based clinical assessments
- Preparing clear, comprehensive written reports
- Participating in peer-to-peer discussions when necessary
- Answering client-specific questions regarding occupational injuries, illnesses, and workplace health concerns
- Applying current clinical guidelines and standards of care to all reviews
Areas of Expertise
- Occupational Medicine
- Work-Related Injury and Illness Management
- Workers' Compensation
- Disability and Impairment Evaluations
- Return-to-Work and Fitness-for-Duty Assessments
- Occupational Health Programs
- Workplace Exposure and Environmental Health Issues
Requirements
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
- Board Certification in Occupational Medicine preferred
- Current, unrestricted Washington medical license
- Active clinical practice or recent experience in Occupational Medicine
- Minimum of 5 years of post-residency clinical experience
- Ability to attend required orientation and training sessions
- Maintain all applicable licensure, certifications, credentialing, and professional requirements necessary to perform reviewer services
Benefits
- Independent consultant role with flexible scheduling
- Ability to choose case types and workload based on availability
- No physician-patient relationship established; no treatment is rendered—all reviews are advisory in nature only
- Streamlined case assignment and management through a user-friendly online portal
- Administrative support provided by Dane Street, including record collection and organization
- Fully prepared cases with chronological medical records and applicable clinical guidelines
- Initial training, ongoing support, and a dedicated point of contact
- Predictable workflow with opportunities for supplemental professional income
About the Role
Your clinical knowledge plays a critical role in supporting high-quality medical determinations. Join a team that values your expertise and commitment to improving the quality, accuracy, and consistency of healthcare assessments.
Qualifications
Join a team that values your expertise and commitment to improving the quality, accuracy, and consistency of healthcare assessments. Your clinical knowledge plays a critical role in supporting high-quality medical determinations.