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Position/Program Information
- EXAM NUMBER:PH5456CTYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITYFILING DATE:
The application filing period will begin on December 19 2024 at 8:30 a.m. (PT) Continuous.We will continue accepting applications until we determine it is no longer necessary.We may close the application filing window without prior notice.No outofclass experience will be accepted.
SPECIAL SALARY INFORMATION:
All person appointed to the position of Senior Physician (Item No. 5456 who have obtained certification by the appropriated American Medical Specialty Board in the specialty to which he/she is assigned shall receive an additional compensation of a flatrate monthly bonus equal to 5.5 percent of the step on the appropriate E Schedule to which they are entitled based upon experience. Such bonus shall only be given for certification in one specialty.
DEFINITION:
Incumbents in these positions are licensed physicians that have immediate charge of a small medical section within a larger medical unit of a medical facility or a small program of a medical facility.
CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS:
Positions allocable to this classification report to a Chief Physician and have full technical and supervisory responsibility for a small program or a unit within a larger program. These positions work independently under general supervision and have administrative responsibilities including budget preparation control for the program or unit and development and of policies for the particular unit or program. The position incumbent is responsible for the supervision and coordination of professional staff development and inservice training programs and for the preparation review and approval of medical and technical diagnoses decisions records and reports. Essential Job Functions
- Performs administrative duties such as preparing budgets for the section determining equipment and supply needs addressing personnelrelated issues developing and revising work procedures for expediting workload or improving levels of service and screening work.
- Formulates policies and plans and directs the programs and medical work of the section or assists in such activities for a division of a medical department
- Examines diagnoses and prescribes treatment for patients and reviews the care prescribed by staff physicians resident physicians and interns.
- Participates in the training of interns and resident physicians.
- Coordinates the work of the section with that of other medical and paramedical services.
- Confers with consultants regarding care of patients and medical and diagnostic work performed and coordinates the work of consulting physicians with the work of the section.
- Supervises the maintenance of records and the compilation and preparation of reports.
Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
OPTION I: If assigned to a specialty: Completion of a residency approved by an American Specialty Board* in one or more designated specialties** or equivalent training*** AND One year of ****experience in medical practice post graduate training teaching or investigative work.
OPTION II:If not assigned to a specialty: One year of ****experience in medical practice postgraduate training teaching or investigative work.
LICENSE:
California State Physician and Surgeons Certificate authorized by the Board of Medical Examiners of the State of California.The required license and/or certificate MUST be current and unrestricted; conditional provisional probationary or restricted licenses and/or certificates will NOT be accepted.
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out jobrelated essential functions.
PHYSICAL CLASS:
Physical Class III Moderate: This class requires that the incumbent stand or walk most of the time with bending stooping squatting twisting reaching working on irregular surfaces occasional lifting of objects weighing over 25 pounds and frequent lifting of 1025 pounds.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:
*Applicants that qualify under OPTION I must attach a copy of the certificate issued by theAmerican Specialty Boardto the applicationat the time of filing or within 15 calendar days of applicationsubmission to
**Residencies may include the following:
SPECIALTIES:AnesthesiologyDermatologyEmergency MedicineFamily PracticeInt MedGeneralInt MedEndocrinologyInt MedCardiology (Invasive)Int MedCardiology (NonInvasive)Int MedCritical CareInt MedGastro (Invasive)Int MedGastro (NonInvasive)Int MedHematology/OncologyInt MedInfectious DiseaseInt MedNephrologyInt MedPulmonary (Invasive)Int MedPulmonary (NonInvasive)Int MedRheumatologyNeurologyNuclear MedicineObGynGeneralObGynGynecologic Oncology
ObGynMaternal/Fetal MedicineOtolaryngologyPathologyPathologyForensicPediatricsPediatricsNeonatal/Critical CarePhysical Medicine and RehabilitationPreventive MedicinePreventive MedicinePublic Health and General Preventive MedicinePsychiatryRadiologyGeneral/DiagnosticRadiologyVasc/Int DiagnosticSurgeryCardio ThoracicSurgeryCritical CareSurgeryGeneralSurgeryNeurologicalSurgeryOphthalmologySurgeryOrthopedicsSurgeryPediatricSurgeryPlasticSurgeryUrologicSurgeryVascular***Equivalent training is defined as that training which the appropriate American Certifying Board formally recognizes in writing as being equivalent. Equivalent training for appointments to the specialty of Emergency Medicine will be that training and/or experience approved by the Director of Public Health.
INFORMATION PERTAINING TO THE REQUIRED CALIFORNIA STATE PHYSICIAN AND SURGEONS CERTIFICATE/LICENSE:
Applicants MUST attach a current legible copy of the certificate/license (not website printout) to the application at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days of application submission to .- We do not accept passwordprotected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
Credit will be given for experience beyond the Minimum Requirements:- Experiencein medical practice postgraduate training teaching or investigative work beyond the Minimum Requirements.
Additional Information
EXAMINATION CONTENT:
This examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience based upon the application information desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire at the time of filingweighted 100.
Candidates must meet the Minimum Requirements and mustachieve apassing score of 70 or higheronthe examination in order to beadded on the Eligible Register.
Passing this examination and being added to the Eligible Register does not guarantee an offer of employment.
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION:
The names of candidates will be added to the Eligible Register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve 12 months following the date of eligibility.
NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE 12 MONTHS.
Complete applications will be processed on an asreceived basis and promulgated to the Eligible Register accordingly.
VACANCY INFORMATION:
The Eligible Register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Public Health as they occur.
AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any including evenings nights weekends and holidays.APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:
Applications must be filedONLINE ONLY. Applications submitted by U.S. mail fax or in person will NOT be accepted.
Apply online by clicking on the green Apply button located on this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website.
Plan to submit your online application before the last day of filing as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address and if you already have a job seeker account on the County of Los Angeles Job Opportunities Website you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address.
Any required documents and/or additional information if any must be received with your application at the time of filing online or within fifteen 15 calendar days from application submission to In the Subject of the email please type the Exam Number and Exam Title. Failure to provide complete accurate information will impact the assessment of your qualifications and the acceptance of your application into the examination process.
The acceptance of your application depends on whether you haveclearly shown that you meet theREQUIREMENTS. Fill out the application and Supplemental Questionnaire accurately and completely to receive full credit for any relevant education and/or job experience you include. In the space provided on the application for education include names and addresses of schools attended dates attended degree(s) received and degree major. For each job held give the name and address of your employer your job/position title start and end dates the number of hours worked per week and detailed description of work and duties performed. If the application and/or Supplemental Questionnaire is/are incomplete the application will beREJECTED.
IMPORTANT NOTES:- Please note thatALLinformation supplied by applicants and included in the application materials is subject toVERIFICATIONat any point during the examination and hiring process including after an appointment has been made.
- Applications may be rejected at any stage of the examination and selection process.
- FALSIFICATIONof any information may result inDISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT.
- UtilizingVERBIAGEfrom Class Specification(s) and/or Minimum Requirements serving as your description of dutiesWILL NOTbe sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. In doing so your application will be dispositioned asINCOMPLETEand will not be accepted.
- Comments such asSEE RESUMEorSEE APPLICATIONwill not be considered a valid response; therefore using such statements will also result in your application being rejected asINCOMPLETE.
COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES:For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Check the website for updated information at https://lacountylibrary.SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER:Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.DO NOT SHARE USER ID AND PASSWORD:All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friends user ID and password may erase a candidates original application record.
ANTIRACISM DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION (ARDI):
The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Public Health is committed to promoting Antiracism Diversity and Inclusion efforts to address the in equalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality diversity and inclusion in recruitment selection and employment practices.FAIR CHANCE EMPLOYER:The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction historyunless you receive a contingent offer of employment.The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job and consider potential mitigating factors including but not limited to evidence and extent of rehabilitation recency of the offense(s) and age at the time of the offense(s).If asked to provide information about a conviction history any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952.EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons regardless of race religion sex national origin age sexual orientation or disability or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law. All positions are open to qualified men and women pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The County will follow all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants.Department Contact Name:Exam AnalystDepartment Contact Phone:Exam Number: PH5456CCalifornia Relay Services Phone:ADA Coordinator Phone:Teletype Phone:Alternate Teletype Phone:
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Equal Employment Opportunity/NonDiscrimination Statement:
The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to nondiscrimination in the County workforce regardless of age 40 and over); ancestry; color; ethnicity; religious creed; protected family or medical leave status; disability; marital status; medical condition; genetic information; military and veteran status; national origin; race ; sex; gender; sexual orientation; or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. For more information please visit: Accommodations for Applicants:
The County of Los Angeles complies with all federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. For more information on accommodations please visit: Chance:
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws you will not be asked to provide information about conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct and adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job and will also consider potential mitigating factors which may include but is not limited to evidence and extent of rehabilitation recency of the offense(s) and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about conviction history any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952.
Employment Eligibility:
Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States.
Career PathFinder:
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
