Occupational Medicine
At WorkWell, we understand that a business is only as healthy as its employees.
As our nation’s industries and business grow and become more complex, occupational health physicians are playing a pivotal role in preventing diseases and promoting health in the workplace. Our board certified physicians have the distinct advantage of intricate knowledge of workplace operations, potentials hazards and best treatment options. At WorkWell, we pride ourselves on communicating and inspiring wellness at all levels – from employees to management to leadership.
What is Occupational Medicine?
In the simplest of terms, occupational medicine is the branch of medicine focused on the treatment and prevention of job-related illnesses and injuries.
Why choose WorkWell?
At WorkWell, we understand the importance of preventive medicine to improve the health of workers before illness or injury occurs. We perform job site analysis to determine the nature of work performed, evaluating current standards and determining a structure or process that may be implemented to enhance health. Should an injury or illness occur, WorkWell performs a comprehensive Return-to-Work assessment – a specialized care program that optimizes the time an employee can safely return to work.
Occupational Medicine FAQ
What are some of the core competencies for occupational and environmental medicine?
- Clinical Occupational and Environmental Medicine
- OEM Related Law and Regulations
- Environmental Health
- Work Fitness and Disability Management
- Toxicology
- Hazard Recognition, Evaluation and Control
- Health and Productivity
What does an Occupational Medicine Physician do?
Can WorkWell Medical Group assess the physical ability and/or medical qualifications of our applicants to perform a job?
Does WorkWell Medical Group offer DOT Physicals?
Forms
- Presenting Problem Information
- Presenting Problem Information: Spanish
- HIPPA Privacy Acknowledgement
- Financial Responsibility Agreement
- Patient Registration
- Employer Protocol Consent for Treatment
- Consent for Treatment Occupational Health
- Authorization Form
Multi-Specialty Care
WorkWell offers streamlined and efficient care with a multi-disciplinary team of specialists including:
- Occupational Medicine
- Physiatrists
- Neurologists
- Psychologists
- Orthopedic Surgeons
Our team prides itself on the delivery of state-of-the-art services and treatments combined with our unique and collaborative healthcare approach.
Rehab Services
WorkWell is an integrated Multi-Modality rehabilitation facility that specializes in evaluating, diagnosing and treating disorders of the musculoskeletal system. The ultimate goal of our rehab team is to restore each individual patient to his or her maximum functional independence. We offer the following specialties:
- Physical Therapy
- Chiropractic Services
- Acupuncture
Mobile Wellness
Launched in 2014, our mobile clinic is designed to benefit workers, employees and the community with the same level of care they would receive in one of our brick-and-mortar locations. By coming directly to the worksite, we are eliminating time lost from work for an employee to receive reliable care for an injury or other medical issue. The mobile clinic is equipped with a heart monitor, lung evaluation equipment, and two exam rooms.
Occupational Medicine FAQ
What are some of the core competencies for occupational and environmental medicine?
- Clinical Occupational and Environmental Medicine
- OEM Related Law and Regulations
- Environmental Health
- Work Fitness and Disability Management
- Toxicology
- Hazard Recognition, Evaluation and Control
- Health and Productivity
What does an Occupational Medicine Physician do?
As the nation’s workplaces become more complex, physicians who practice occupational and environmental medicine play an increasingly visible role in the preventing of diseases and promoting wellness among workers.
Occupational physicians serve as an important liaison between the employer, the employee and all components of the health care system in the effort to help the injured worker regain his or her functional abilities and return to work as quickly as possible. Occupational Medicine Providers follow all evidence based guidelines as determined by the American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine.
Can WorkWell Medical Group assess the physical ability and/or medical qualifications of our applicants to perform a job?
Our clinics perform post-offer/pre-employment to determine if prospective employees meet the physical and medical requirements to perform the essential functions of a job. These evaluations can include physical ability tests that mimic particular functions of a job, physical evaluations and drug tests
Does WorkWell Medical Group offer DOT Physicals?
Yes, our providers are certified to perform DOT Physicals under the National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners.
The National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners (National Registry) is a new Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) program. All commercial drivers whose current medical certificate expires on or after May 21, 2014, at expiration of that certificate must be examined by a medical professional listed on the National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners. Only medical examiners that have completed training and successfully passed a test on FMCSA’s physical qualification standards will be listed on the National Registry.