City/State: Bronx, New York Grant Funded: No Department: OHS - Clinical Work
Day Work Days: MON-FRI Scheduled Hours: 8:30 AM-5 PM Scheduled Daily Hours: 7.5 HOURS
$240,000.00-$300,000.00 The Opportunity: Montefiore Medical Center is seeking an experienced Occupational Health professional to serve as Clinical Director, Occupational Health Services (OHS) . Reporting to the Assistant Vice President, Clinical Services, the Clinical Director serves as the senior clinical leader for Occupational Health Services across Montefiore's multi-site health system. The role is responsible for advancing clinical quality, workforce health, operational excellence, and regulatory compliance while supporting the health, safety, and workplace readiness of Montefiore associates, students, and affiliates.
The Clinical Director leads a multidisciplinary team and partners with physician, operational, HR, Labor Relations, and executive stakeholders to deliver consistent, high-quality employee health services while driving continuous improvement across the organization. Montefiore welcomes applications from experienced Occupational Health professionals with RN, NP, or Physician (MD/DO) credentials. Key
Clinical Operations & Program Leadership Provide clinical and operational leadership for Occupational Health Services across multiple locations. Oversee the delivery and standardization of core programs, including employee health assessments, immunizations, return-to-work services, occupational injury management, exposure management, respirator fit testing, and medical accommodations. Monitor operational performance and implement improvements that enhance quality, efficiency, and workforce readiness.
Clinical Leadership & Staff Development Lead, mentor, and support a multidisciplinary team of Occupational Health nurses, nurse practitioners, and other clinical staff. Serve as the department's primary clinical resource and promote consistent, evidence-based practice across all locations. Support staff development, training, competency assessment, and performance management.
Protocol Development, Quality & Continuous Improvement Lead the development and refinement of clinical protocols, workflows, and best practices. Drive quality improvement initiatives that strengthen clinical outcomes, standardize care delivery, and improve the employee experience. Utilize data and performance metrics to identify opportunities for improvement and measure results.
Regulatory Compliance & Clinical Governance Ensure compliance with OSHA, CDC, New York State Department of Health, and other regulatory requirements. Oversee documentation standards, audit readiness, and organizational compliance efforts. Partner with physician leadership on complex clinical issues, escalation pathways, and evidence-based practice standards.
Strategic Partnership & Stakeholder Engagement Partner closely with operational, clinical, and executive leaders to align Occupational Health Services with organizational priorities. Collaborate with Human Resources, Labor Relations, Legal, Safety, Risk Management, and Infection Prevention on workforce health initiatives. Contribute to strategic planning, program development, and operational improvements across the health system.
Qualifications and Experience Education, Licensure & Certifications Candidates must possess one of the following clinical credentials: Registered Nurse (RN) Candidates Master’s degree required (MSN, MPH, MHA, or related field) Active New York State RN license required Nurse Practitioner (NP) Candidates Master's degree or higher from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program required. Active New York State NP license and certification required.
DEA registration, where applicable. Physician (MD/DO) Candidates MD or DO degree from an accredited institution required. Active New York State medical license required.
Board certification in Occupational Medicine, Internal Medicine, or a related specialty preferred. DEA registration required. For all candidates Current New York State Infection Control certification required.
Additional board certification in a relevant clinical specialty is preferred. Occupational Health certification or advanced Occupational Health training is highly desirable. Experience Minimum 5 years of progressive clinical leadership experience.
Significant experience in Occupational Health, Employee Health, Occupational Medicine, ambulatory care, or a closely related setting required. Demonstrated experience managing multi-site clinical operations. Experience supervising and developing clinical teams, including both union and non-union staff.
Proven success leading operational, quality improvement, process standardization, or program development initiatives. Experience within a hospital, health system, academic medical center, or similarly complex healthcare environment strongly preferred. Knowledge, Skills & Competencies Strong clinical judgment and operational acumen.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to influence and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
Proven leadership skills, including the ability to build trust, develop teams, and foster accountability. Strong organizational awareness, professionalism, and executive presence. Ability to thrive in a complex, highly collaborative healthcare environment.
Commitment to quality, service excellence, and continuous improvement. Compensation Salary range: $240,000-$300,000 annually. Final compensation will be determined based on clinical credentials, licensure, leadership experience, scope of responsibility, and overall qualifications.
Candidates with RN, NP, and Physician (MD/DO) credentials are encouraged to apply. Why Work at Montefiore? Occupational Health Services at Montefiore offers a unique combination of scale, complexity, and opportunity.
Supporting one of the largest healthcare workforces in the region, the department plays a vital role in employee well-being, workplace safety, and organizational readiness. This position is well suited for an Occupational Health professional looking to take the next step in leadership while remaining connected to clinical practice. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to build upon a strong operational foundation, influence how Occupational Health services are delivered across the medical center, and drive meaningful improvements in clinical quality, standardization, and workforce health.
Montefiore offers a collaborative, mission-driven environment where leaders are empowered to innovate, solve complex challenges, and make a measurable impact across the organization. #LI-KS Montefiore Medical Center is an equal employment opportunity employer. Montefiore Medical Center will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law.