Argonne National Laboratory
Physician (Part-Time, Onsite)
Argonne National Laboratory, Lemont, Illinois, United States, 60439
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Argonne National Laboratory Argonne National Laboratory seeks a part-time Physician to provide high-quality, onsite occupational medical care for a diverse workforce of approximately 3,800 staff working with a variety of physical, chemical, biological, and radiological hazards. You will practice within a well-established clinic alongside an experienced physician medical director and two seasoned nurse practitioners, delivering injury/illness care, medical surveillance, return-to-work evaluations, and wellness support in a collaborative, mission-driven environment. Physicians at the beginning or end of their clinical careers are encouraged to apply. This role is not a direct pathway to full-time employment. Key responsibilities
Deliver comprehensive occupational clinical care Conduct pre-placement, periodic, and fitness-for-duty exams; return-to-work and work restrictions Diagnose and treat work-related injuries/illnesses; including minor lacerations, musculoskeletal injuries, and more rarely, chemical or radiation injuries. Arrange referrals and follow-up care Lead and support medical surveillance and regulatory programs Perform clearances and certifications such as respirator and CMV/CDL, hearing conservation oversight, and radiation/chemical worker surveillance in partnership with Environmental Safety and Health teams Assume shared Medical Review Officer (MRO) responsibilities and Hearing Conservation physician oversight; obtain/maintain certifications if not current Promote prevention and workplace safety Partner with safety, radiation protection, industrial hygiene, physical therapy, and ergonomics teams to assess risks and recommend controls Conduct health risk assessments; interpret and apply OSHA, NIOSH, NRC, CDC, ADA, FMLA, and Illinois workers’ compensation guidance as applicable Participate in incident investigations; provide medical insights and trend analyses to reduce injuries and improve programs Provide guidance on occupational stress, fatigue, and behavioral health resources; support wellness programming tailored to a national laboratory environment Ensure high standards of documentation and quality Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential medical records in the clinic EMR/occupational health management system Contribute to policy/protocol development, quality improvement, and training for staff and supervisors Position requirements
MD or DO from an accredited institution Unrestricted Illinois medical license (or ability to obtain by start date) Current BLS and ACLS certifications (or ability to obtain by start date) Demonstrated experience treating acute injuries/illnesses in occupational medicine, urgent care – including suturing and splinting of simple fractures, emergency medicine, or a closely related setting Strong communication, teamwork, and customer-service skills; adaptable to unique operational and regulatory needs of a national laboratory Ability to work onsite, midday, 20 hours per week. Weekdays only. Very limited call Preferred qualifications
Board certification in Occupational Medicine (ABPM) preferred; other primary board certifications (e.g., FM, IM, EM, PM&R) with relevant experience considered 3+ years of occupational medicine and/or urgent care experience (government or national lab/industrial experience highly valued). Early-career physicians with strong rotations or fellowships in occupational/environmental health are welcome to apply Experience with chemical and radiation hazard medicine, or demonstrated self-directed learning to quickly build this competency Current MRO certification (MROCC or AAMRO) and CAOHC Professional Supervisor of the Audiometric Monitoring Program (PS/A) credential; or willingness to obtain within 6 months of hire Familiarity with OSHA recordkeeping inputs, workers’ compensation in Illinois, fitness-for-duty, and return-to-work best practices Experience with occupational health EMR/management systems (e.g., Cority, Enterprise Health, OHM) and standard office tools Schedule and work environment
Part-time, 20 hours per week with core midday coverage; final schedule set with the Medical Director. No weekends 100% onsite at Argonne’s Occupational Health Clinic in Lemont, IL Collaborative, multidisciplinary team supporting mission-critical science and engineering operations Benefits
Argonne offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package for eligible part-time employees, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement plan options; paid time off; professional liability coverage; CME time/support; and access to onsite amenities. Benefits are subject to plan terms and eligibility Additional information
Candidates must be able to comply with all applicable federal, state, and institutional health and safety requirements for clinical personnel. Apply via the Argonne Careers site. Please include a CV/resume and a brief cover letter describing your experience in occupational/urgent care settings, exposure medicine (chemical/radiation), and include why you are interested in a career at national laboratory. Job Family: Professional Technical (PT) Job Profile: Occupational Health Physician 5 Worker Type: Regular Time Type: Part time The expected hiring range for this position is $125,060.00 - $197,286.57. The pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on various factors. Comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package. Click here to view Argonne employee benefits! Argonne is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a safe and welcoming workplace that fosters collaborative scientific discovery and innovation. Argonne encourages everyone to apply for employment and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law. All Argonne offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes an assessment of criminal conviction history conducted on an individualized and case-by-case basis. Some positions require a government access authorization that involves additional background check requirements. Failure to obtain or maintain such authorization could result in withdrawal of a job offer or termination of employment.
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Physician (Part-Time, Onsite)
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Argonne National Laboratory Argonne National Laboratory seeks a part-time Physician to provide high-quality, onsite occupational medical care for a diverse workforce of approximately 3,800 staff working with a variety of physical, chemical, biological, and radiological hazards. You will practice within a well-established clinic alongside an experienced physician medical director and two seasoned nurse practitioners, delivering injury/illness care, medical surveillance, return-to-work evaluations, and wellness support in a collaborative, mission-driven environment. Physicians at the beginning or end of their clinical careers are encouraged to apply. This role is not a direct pathway to full-time employment. Key responsibilities
Deliver comprehensive occupational clinical care Conduct pre-placement, periodic, and fitness-for-duty exams; return-to-work and work restrictions Diagnose and treat work-related injuries/illnesses; including minor lacerations, musculoskeletal injuries, and more rarely, chemical or radiation injuries. Arrange referrals and follow-up care Lead and support medical surveillance and regulatory programs Perform clearances and certifications such as respirator and CMV/CDL, hearing conservation oversight, and radiation/chemical worker surveillance in partnership with Environmental Safety and Health teams Assume shared Medical Review Officer (MRO) responsibilities and Hearing Conservation physician oversight; obtain/maintain certifications if not current Promote prevention and workplace safety Partner with safety, radiation protection, industrial hygiene, physical therapy, and ergonomics teams to assess risks and recommend controls Conduct health risk assessments; interpret and apply OSHA, NIOSH, NRC, CDC, ADA, FMLA, and Illinois workers’ compensation guidance as applicable Participate in incident investigations; provide medical insights and trend analyses to reduce injuries and improve programs Provide guidance on occupational stress, fatigue, and behavioral health resources; support wellness programming tailored to a national laboratory environment Ensure high standards of documentation and quality Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential medical records in the clinic EMR/occupational health management system Contribute to policy/protocol development, quality improvement, and training for staff and supervisors Position requirements
MD or DO from an accredited institution Unrestricted Illinois medical license (or ability to obtain by start date) Current BLS and ACLS certifications (or ability to obtain by start date) Demonstrated experience treating acute injuries/illnesses in occupational medicine, urgent care – including suturing and splinting of simple fractures, emergency medicine, or a closely related setting Strong communication, teamwork, and customer-service skills; adaptable to unique operational and regulatory needs of a national laboratory Ability to work onsite, midday, 20 hours per week. Weekdays only. Very limited call Preferred qualifications
Board certification in Occupational Medicine (ABPM) preferred; other primary board certifications (e.g., FM, IM, EM, PM&R) with relevant experience considered 3+ years of occupational medicine and/or urgent care experience (government or national lab/industrial experience highly valued). Early-career physicians with strong rotations or fellowships in occupational/environmental health are welcome to apply Experience with chemical and radiation hazard medicine, or demonstrated self-directed learning to quickly build this competency Current MRO certification (MROCC or AAMRO) and CAOHC Professional Supervisor of the Audiometric Monitoring Program (PS/A) credential; or willingness to obtain within 6 months of hire Familiarity with OSHA recordkeeping inputs, workers’ compensation in Illinois, fitness-for-duty, and return-to-work best practices Experience with occupational health EMR/management systems (e.g., Cority, Enterprise Health, OHM) and standard office tools Schedule and work environment
Part-time, 20 hours per week with core midday coverage; final schedule set with the Medical Director. No weekends 100% onsite at Argonne’s Occupational Health Clinic in Lemont, IL Collaborative, multidisciplinary team supporting mission-critical science and engineering operations Benefits
Argonne offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package for eligible part-time employees, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement plan options; paid time off; professional liability coverage; CME time/support; and access to onsite amenities. Benefits are subject to plan terms and eligibility Additional information
Candidates must be able to comply with all applicable federal, state, and institutional health and safety requirements for clinical personnel. Apply via the Argonne Careers site. Please include a CV/resume and a brief cover letter describing your experience in occupational/urgent care settings, exposure medicine (chemical/radiation), and include why you are interested in a career at national laboratory. Job Family: Professional Technical (PT) Job Profile: Occupational Health Physician 5 Worker Type: Regular Time Type: Part time The expected hiring range for this position is $125,060.00 - $197,286.57. The pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on various factors. Comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package. Click here to view Argonne employee benefits! Argonne is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a safe and welcoming workplace that fosters collaborative scientific discovery and innovation. Argonne encourages everyone to apply for employment and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law. All Argonne offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes an assessment of criminal conviction history conducted on an individualized and case-by-case basis. Some positions require a government access authorization that involves additional background check requirements. Failure to obtain or maintain such authorization could result in withdrawal of a job offer or termination of employment.
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