Get to know Summit Pacific Medical Center:

Your trusted partner in Health and Wellness, Summit Pacific is a vibrant and expanding public hospital district that operates a Critical Access Hospital with a Level IV trauma designation, three rural healthcare clinics, and a seven-day-a-week urgent care clinic. Our vision is “Through Summit Care, we will build the healthiest community in the Nation.” Our hospital is unique due to its size and accessibility. We pride ourselves on our ability to give patients quick access to a provider.

• Critical Access Hospital
• 24/7 Emergency Department
• Level II Cardiac Center
• Level III Stroke Center
• Level IV Trauma Care

To learn more about Summit Pacific, visit www.summitpacificmedicalcenter.org

Pay Range (depending on experience):

$119.19 - $119.19

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Job Summary

The Occupational Health Advanced Practice Provider provides direct patient care and occupational medicine services to employees, employers, and injured workers throughout the Summit Pacific Medical Center service area. The Advanced Practice Provider evaluates and treats occupational injuries and illnesses, manages Washington State Labor & Industries (L&I) and workers' compensation cases, performs employment-related examinations, and supports employer occupational health programs when requested. This position serves an important role in the development, implementation, and growth of Summit Pacific Medical Center's Occupational Health Clinic and works collaboratively with community employers to promote employee health, workplace safety, recovery, and timely return to work. Responsibilities are performed within the provider's professional scope of practice, licensure, clinical privileges, and applicable regulatory requirements.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Occupational Injury and Illness Care

·    Evaluates, diagnoses, and treats acute and ongoing work-related injuries and illnesses.

·    Provides initial and follow-up care for Washington State L&I and self-insured workers' compensation claims.

·    Performs minor office procedures within scope of practice and granted privileges, including wound care, laceration repair and suturing, suture removal, splinting, management of minor burns, and other appropriate outpatient procedures.

·    Evaluates musculoskeletal injuries and coordinates appropriate imaging, rehabilitation services, specialty referral, or higher levels of care when clinically indicated.

·    Develops evidence-based treatment plans that support recovery, functional improvement, and safe return to work.

·    Identifies conditions requiring emergency or specialty evaluation and coordinates timely transfer or referral.

·    Provides patient education regarding diagnosis, treatment plans, recovery expectations, and occupational restrictions.

·    Maintains accurate, timely, and appropriate clinical documentation within the electronic health record.

 

L&I and Workers' Compensation Management

·    Serves as attending provider for injured workers when appropriate and within provider qualifications.

·    Completes required L&I documentation accurately and timely, including Reports of Accident (ROA), Activity Prescription Forms (APFs), progress notes, work restrictions, and return-to-work recommendations.

·    Applies Washington State L&I requirements, occupational medicine best practices, and clinical guidelines to workers' compensation cases.

·    Communicates effectively with employers, injured workers, claim managers, vocational counselors, rehabilitation providers, and other members of the care team.

·    Establishes medically appropriate work restrictions and regularly reassesses functional capacity.

·    Supports modified-duty programs, Stay at Work initiatives, and safe return-to-work planning when clinically appropriate.

·    Maintains participation and eligibility requirements for the Washington State L&I Medical Provider Network when applicable.

 

Employer and Occupational Health Services

·    Performs pre-placement, post-offer, and employment-related physical examinations.

·    Performs Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examinations when certified as an FMCSA National Registry Certified Medical Examiner.

·    Conducts non-DOT employment physical examinations.

·    Performs fit-for-duty and return-to-work evaluations.

·    Provides respirator medical evaluations and clearance services consistent with applicable occupational health standards.

·    Participates in occupational medical surveillance programs.

·    Reviews audiometric and spirometry results within established protocols and scope of practice.

·    Evaluates occupational exposures, communicable disease concerns, bloodborne pathogen exposures, and immunization-related occupational health needs.

·    Performs workplace injury evaluations and employer-requested testing consistent with applicable laws, regulations, and employer agreements.

·    Maintains appropriate separation between clinical decision-making and employer business interests, ensuring recommendations remain medically appropriate and patient centered.

 

Program Development and Quality Improvement

·    Partners with clinic leadership to establish and improve Occupational Health workflows, protocols, standing procedures, and documentation standards.

·    Assists with development and standardization of occupational health clinical services.

·    Provides clinical input regarding equipment, supplies, testing capabilities, referral relationships, and future service expansion.

·    Identifies opportunities to improve patient access, service turnaround times, patient experience, employer satisfaction, and clinical outcomes.

·    Participates in employer outreach, education, and relationship-building activities when clinical expertise is beneficial.

·    Serves as a clinical resource regarding occupational injury management, work restrictions, and return-to-work principles.

·    Participates in quality improvement, compliance initiatives, utilization review, and service-line performance improvement activities.

·    Performs special projects and other related duties as assigned.

Organizational Responsibilities

In addition to the duties and responsibilities listed above, all employees are expected to support the Summit Pacific Medical Center mission, vision, and values; comply with SPMC policies and procedures; and conduct themselves in an ethical, professional, respectful, and collaborative manner at all times.

Required Education and Experience

ARNP Candidates

·    Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.

·    Current national board certification appropriate to clinical practice.

·    Current unrestricted Washington State ARNP license or ability to obtain prior to employment.

 

PA-C Candidates

·    Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.

·    Current NCCPA certification.

·    Current unrestricted Washington State Physician Assistant license or ability to obtain prior to employment.

 

All Candidates

·    Demonstrated competence in patient assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and clinical decision-making.

·    Strong documentation skills and ability to maintain accurate medical records.

·    Ability to perform minor office procedures within granted privileges and professional scope of practice.

·    Ability to work collaboratively with providers, staff, employers, and community partners.

Required Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations

·    Current unrestricted Washington State ARNP or Physician Assistant license, as applicable.

·    Current national certification applicable to professional discipline.

·    Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

·    Current National Provider Identifier (NPI).

·    Eligible for medical staff credentialing and privileging at Summit Pacific Medical Center.

·    Eligible to enroll and participate in the Washington State L&I Medical Provider Network.

·    DEA registration if required for assigned clinical responsibilities.

Preferred Qualifications

·    Previous experience in Occupational Medicine or Occupational Health.

·    Experience treating Washington State L&I and workers' compensation patients.

·    Knowledge of L&I documentation, APFs, work restrictions, return-to-work planning, and claim management processes.

·    Experience in urgent care, emergency medicine, orthopedics, family medicine, sports medicine, or another setting with a strong musculoskeletal focus.

·    Experience performing laceration repair, splinting, wound care, and outpatient procedures.

·    FMCSA National Registry Certified Medical Examiner certification or willingness to obtain certification after hire.

·    Familiarity with OSHA occupational medical surveillance requirements.

·    Knowledge of respirator clearance processes, hearing conservation programs, occupational audiometry, and pulmonary function testing.

·    Completion of a NIOSH-approved spirometry training program.

·    CAOHC Occupational Hearing Conservation training or related experience.

·    Experience with employer-sponsored occupational health contracts.

·    Experience with self-insured workers' compensation programs.

·    Experience using Epic or comparable electronic health records.

·    Experience helping establish or grow a clinic, program, or healthcare service line.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

·    Strong knowledge of occupational injury and illness evaluation and treatment.

·    Understanding of the relationship between medical treatment, work restrictions, functional capacity, and return to work.

·    Ability to distinguish between medical recommendations and employer job-placement decisions.

·    Strong musculoskeletal assessment and treatment skills.

·    Ability to make timely and independent clinical decisions.

·    Excellent workers' compensation documentation and communication skills.

·    Ability to communicate clinical findings, treatment plans, and restrictions clearly to patients and other stakeholders.

·    Ability to work effectively in a developing program where workflows and services continue to evolve.

·    Strong customer-service orientation and relationship-building skills.

·    Ability to balance patient advocacy with evidence-based occupational medicine principles.

·    Strong organizational, problem-solving, critical thinking, and prioritization skills.

·    Ability to work independently while maintaining effective interdisciplinary collaboration.

·    Commitment to helping develop a sustainable Occupational Health program that serves Grays Harbor County and surrounding communities.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting < 10 lbs: Occasional (10-30% of the time)
• Lifting 10-35 lbs: Occasional (10-30% of the time)
• Lifting > 35 lbs: Seldom (1-10% of the time)
• Carrying < 10 lbs: Occasional (10-30% of the time)
• Carrying 10-35 lbs: Occasional (10-30% of the time)
• Carrying > 35 lbs: Seldom (1-10% of the time)
• Pushing/Pulling 0-35 lbs: Seldom (1-10% of the time)
• Sitting: Frequent (30-70% of the time)
• Standing: Frequent (30-70% of the time)
• Walking: Occasional (10-30% of the time)
• Bending/Stooping: Seldom (1-10% of the time)
• Crouching: Seldom (1-10% of the time)

Sensory Requirements

• Vision: Within normal range, with or without corrective devices
• Hearing: Within normal range, with or without corrective devices
• Speech: Within normal range, with or without corrective devices

FTE:

1

Work Shift:

Exempt Staff

Working Location:

Elma, Washington

Benefits:

Our uniquely designed benefits are here to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally and achieving financial security!

We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

Benefits offered by SPMC:

• Competitive Compensation
• Medical
• Prescription
• Dental (including Orthodontia)
• Vision
• Healthcare FSA and daycare FSA
• Daycare subsidized benefit
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Short- and long-term disability
• Generous employer 403b match contributions for retirement
• 457 retirement account for additional funds
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Smoking Cessation Assistance
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Committees to participate in such as Spirit Team
• Beautiful on-site gym for employees
• Instructor led fitness classes for employees, including Yoga, Kettlebells and Bootcamps
• Walking trails on site

Additional Information:

• Summit Pacific is a vibrant and expanding nonprofit public hospital district serving east Grays Harbor County, Washington. Founded in 1982, Summit Pacific now operates three locations comprised of a critical access hospital, primary care clinics, an urgent care clinic and range of ancillary and specialty services.
• Far enough to have privacy and enjoy the small-town lifestyle, yet close enough to have the benefits of the city. There are many year-round recreational activities in and around Grays Harbor such as:
• Hiking/ walking trails – whether you’re looking for short easy walking trails or long hikes you can find many trails located either on site or just miles from Summit Pacific. There are many great hiking trails about an hour away at the Quinault Rainforest which is also the home of some of the largest trees in the world!
• Kayaking – There are many areas that are easily accessible and have beautiful views.
• Nature viewing – Multiple whale watching towers and tours, state parks, Olympic Game Farm (where you can feed the animals straight from your car)
• Fishing & Hunting – If you’re looking for areas to hunt/ fish or looking for guided tours this is a great area! Westport is just 42 miles away with many opportunities to catch or buy fresh fish off the docks!
• Other activities – Multiple museums, winery, arcades, rentable mopeds, Seabrook (vacation beach town), many areas to surf for experienced surfers and surfing lessons for those who want to learn.
• Nearby colleges – Grays Harbor College is a community college located in Aberdeen with other community colleges located in surrounding areas, as well as some state colleges and universities in other areas of WA state.

Summit Pacific Medical Center is an equal opportunity provider and employer that is committed to a policy of non-discrimination on the basis of race, sex, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, arrest and court record, sexual orientation, and status as a covered veteran. This policy covers admission and access to, and participation in, treatment and employment in the hospital’s programs, activities, services, and employment.

This organization participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a service that verifies authorization to work in the U.S. through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the U.S. Department of Social Security (SSA). For further information on E-Verify contact DHS at 1-888-464-4218.