Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Occupational Medicine in Los Angeles, CA

Doctor of Medicine | Occupational Medicine Location: Los Angeles, CA Employer: Rhino Medical Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

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Occupational Medicine / Urgent Care Physician (MD/DO) – Los Angeles, CA | Locum Tenens

Monday–Friday | 8 AM–5 PM | DOT Certification Required

Rhino Medical is seeking an experienced Occupational Medicine / Urgent Care Physician (MD/DO) for a weekday locum tenens opportunity in Los Angeles, California.

This outpatient position combines occupational injury management, employment-related medical examinations, and walk-in urgent care services. Physicians will provide comprehensive clinical care to working adults and community patients while collaborating with employers and clinical teams to support workplace health, injury recovery, and safe return-to-work outcomes.

The role also offers opportunities to collaborate with and provide clinical oversight to Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants practicing within the clinic.

DOT Medical Examiner certification is required. Qualified physicians should be comfortable treating occupational injuries, performing workplace health examinations, managing common urgent care presentations, and delivering efficient, patient-centered outpatient care.

Position Details

• Profession: Physician (MD/DO)
• Specialty: Occupational Medicine / Urgent Care
• Location: Los Angeles, California
• Practice Setting: Outpatient Occupational Medicine and Urgent Care
• Schedule: Monday–Friday
• Shift Hours: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
• Patient Population: Working adults, occupational health patients, and walk-in urgent care patients
• Clinical Services: Occupational injury treatment, employment physicals, medical surveillance, urgent care, and in-office procedures
• APP Collaboration: May oversee, collaborate with, or supervise Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants
• DOT Certification: Required

Clinical Responsibilities

• Diagnose, evaluate, and treat work-related injuries and occupational illnesses
• Perform pre-placement, Department of Transportation (DOT), public safety, and medical surveillance physical examinations
• Evaluate and treat walk-in urgent care patients presenting with acute illnesses and injuries
• Perform appropriate in-office procedures consistent with clinical training and experience
• Assess occupational injuries, functional limitations, work restrictions, and return-to-work readiness
• Develop individualized treatment plans and coordinate follow-up care when clinically indicated
• Communicate appropriate medical findings, work status, and treatment recommendations to employers
• Provide medical guidance to private companies and governmental agencies regarding occupational health matters
• Collaborate with, oversee, and supervise advanced practice providers when assigned, consistent with applicable California requirements
• Coordinate patient care with clinical staff and other healthcare professionals
• Maintain complete, accurate, and timely clinical documentation
• Demonstrate welcoming, skillful, and respectful interactions with patients, colleagues, and employer partners

Physician Qualifications

• MD or DO with an active, unrestricted California medical license
• DOT Medical Examiner certification required
• Clinical experience in Occupational Medicine, Urgent Care, Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine, or a related outpatient setting
• Experience diagnosing and treating work-related injuries and common acute outpatient conditions
• Ability to perform occupational health examinations, including DOT, pre-placement, and public safety physicals
• Competency in outpatient procedures and injury management
• Ability to provide appropriate clinical oversight and collaboration with advanced practice providers
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and documentation skills
• Commitment to professional, respectful, and patient-centered care
• Availability for Monday–Friday coverage from 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Clinical Practice Environment

This outpatient opportunity serves employees, employers, and community patients throughout the Los Angeles area.

Physicians manage a diverse combination of workplace injuries, occupational health evaluations, preventive examinations, and urgent care presentations. The role combines direct patient care with employer communication, return-to-work management, and potential clinical oversight of advanced practice providers.

Living and Working in Los Angeles, California

Los Angeles offers an extensive range of cultural attractions, dining, entertainment, and outdoor recreation. Physicians working in the downtown area have access to the city's diverse neighborhoods, coastal destinations, and year-round Southern California climate.

The weekday schedule provides a consistent outpatient practice structure for physicians interested in occupational medicine and urgent care.

Explore This Opportunity with Rhino Medical

If you are an experienced physician interested in weekday Occupational Medicine and Urgent Care coverage in Los Angeles, Rhino Medical would welcome the opportunity to discuss your clinical experience and availability.

Connect with our recruiting team to learn more about this locum tenens physician opportunity.

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About Rhino Medical

At Rhino Medical Services, we don’t just staff locums—we fuel a mission to solve America’s healthcare shortage, one provider at a time. We exist for physicians who want more than just another assignment—who want to be heard, supported, and partnered with by a team that listens first and acts fast. Built on the mindset of aut inveniam viam aut faciam—“I will either find a way or make one”—we approach every opportunity with grit, intention, and heart. Our Tusk Experience is distinctive by design: white-glove service, transparent communication, and a commitment to serving with a sincere heart. You won’t find fluff here—just truth, loyalty, and a relentless drive to be the most referable name in locum tenens. Burn the ships. Join the mission. Choose Rhino.

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