STGi is currently seeking a Orthopedic Surgeon - Reviewing Medical Officer (RMO) - who is board certified in Orthopedic medicine for Federal Occupational Health Services. The position is open to candidates nationwide and is fully remote.
The Reviewing Medical Officer (RMO) in the Medical Employability Program (MEP) provides consultative reviews for federal agencies requesting a formal written medical opinion on cases involving Reasonable Accommodation, FMLA, federal loan forgiveness, fitness for duty or return to work evaluations, handicapped parking requests, and Advanced Sick Leave among others. The Reviewing Medical Officer (RMO) works independently but provides consultation, training and collaboration for other team members to ensure the quality of reviews and a high level of customer service.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
Providing expert advice on occupational health issues involving a n Orthopedic Surgeon component
Applying program requirements to all interactions as required (training provided)
Attending required meetings and administering annual clinical structured interviews.
Determining position suitability based on the orthopedic surgeon interview and test results as they relate to the job task analysis and the medical standards provided.
Notifying when an employee fails the specified component of the medical standards or reasonable expectation employee is unable to perform their job in a safe, secure, reliable manner.
Communicating information related to the Orthopedic Surgeon program or employee suitability as needed.
Evaluating and assessing orthopedic surgeon program security information.
Making final orthopedic surgeon recomme ndations regarding difficult cases.
Receiving program direction from the FOH Medical Director.
Evaluating workers’ compensation case files, interprets medical reports, evaluates medical evidence and test results, translates technical medical language, and provides guidance or instruction to customer agencies regarding general medical issues that pertain to workers’ compensation cases.
Submitting monthly billing in the specified format and by specified deadlines
Complying with DFEC program requirements regarding access to and use of DOL databases or applications that contain confidential medical and personal information
Required Skills
Must have experience in medical case review within the field as an Orthopedic Surgeon . Preferably worker’s compensation case review experience.
Active medical practice with a minimum of 240 hours of direct patient care per year in the clinical specialty for which case reviews will be conducted in order to participate as a medical provider under the Federal Employees' Compensation Act.
Basic computer skill proficiency (e.g., MS Word, Excel, MS Access, and Outlook) required .
Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills.
Must possess an expert understanding of Federal safety and health regulations, and experience reviewing worker’s compensation cases. A broad knowledge of the requirements of federal workers’ compensation is desired.
Demonstrates a strong level of technical expertise in performing medical consultation for workers’ compensation cases and an ability to work and communicate orally and in writing. Renders medical opinions with a reasonable degree of medical certainty and provides clear written rationale for these medical opinions.
Maintain current BLS certification, if conducting direct patient evaluation.
Demonstrate s experience in dealing with various size organizations representing widely divergent backgrounds, points of view, and levels of authority ( i.e. labor union and management issues relating to worker’s compensation)
Required Experience
Required Experience / Education / Licensure
WORKING CONDITIONS / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :
STGi is a workforce solutions company providing comprehensive healthcare delivery, Head Start and management consulting services and human capital solutions help our clients. Our services and solutions help our clients sustain and enhance their operations to better accomplish their mission.
STGi offers a competitive benefits package which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with company match and a generous PTO policy.
STGi is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
Must have experience in medical case review within the field as an Orthopedic Surgeon . Preferably worker’s compensation case review experience.
Active medical practice with a minimum of 240 hours of direct patient care per year in the clinical specialty for which case reviews will be conducted in order to participate as a medical provider under the Federal Employees' Compensation Act.
Basic computer skill proficiency (e.g., MS Word, Excel, MS Access, and Outlook) required .
Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills.
Must possess an expert understanding of Federal safety and health regulations, and experience reviewing worker’s compensation cases. A broad knowledge of the requirements of federal workers’ compensation is desired.
Demonstrates a strong level of technical expertise in performing medical consultation for workers’ compensation cases and an ability to work and communicate orally and in writing. Renders medical opinions with a reasonable degree of medical certainty and provides clear written rationale for these medical opinions.
Maintain current BLS certification, if conducting direct patient evaluation.
Demonstrate s experience in dealing with various size organizations representing widely divergent backgrounds, points of view, and levels of authority ( i.e. labor union and management issues relating to worker’s compensation)
Orthopedic Surgeon • Nationwide, US