Public Health Medical Officer III
Company: California Department Of Public Health (cdph)
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: May 3, 2024
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Job Description:
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is currently
hiring for a Public Health Medical Officer III in our Center for
Family Health!*About the Center for Family Health: *The Center for
Family Health is one of eight Centers within CDPH, comprised of
three divisions; the Genetic Disease Screening Program, Maternal,
Child, and Adolescent Health Program, and the Women, Infants and
Children Supplemental Nutrition Program, this Center is committed
to protecting and promoting the health individuals, pregnant
people, and their children.Primary functions of the Center for
Family Health are to; lead programs that support pregnant people
and new parents, collect, analyze, and report California data on
the health and well-being of families, screen pregnant people and
new babies for life-threatening genetic conditions, assess their
programs to understand if they are helping their families towards
better health and engage in continuous quality improvement, develop
communication and educational materials on topics related to health
and pregnancy, infants, and adolescents, and continued commitment
to ending inequities in maternal and infant health outcomes.*About
the Role: *The Public Health Medical Officer III will provide
guidance to staff on emerging genetic, obstetric, and pediatric
issues, and plans and organizes medical consultation for the
identification, development, and implementation of best practices
and standardized guidelines to support GDSP clinical and research
programs.Please note candidates applying for the PHMO
classification must be in possession, or in the process of securing
approval, of the legal requirements for the practice of medicine in
California as determined by the California Board of Medical Quality
Assurance, or the California Board of Osteopathic Examiners.
Candidates must also possess valid specialty Board certification
prior to appointment. Please review the minimum requirements in the
CalCareers posting, for detailed information.*Responsibilities:*
Plans, organizes, and provides medical advice for the
identification, development, integration and implementation of best
practices and standardized guidelines to support GDSP programs,
including the California Newborn Screening Program, the California
Prenatal Screening Program, and the California Birth Defects
Monitoring Program. Contributes medical and population health
expertise to GDSP multidisciplinary teams (nursing, health
education, data analysis, contract monitoring) that provide
oversight and clinical assistance to GDSP service programs.
Coordinates and conducts health policy and program development
activities such as interpretation of service program performance
and population health data, evidence-based practice guidelines,
research, external quality review, and use of these data sources to
drive improvement in health outcomes. Uses highly skilled technical
expertise to prepare timely responses to letters, bill analyses,
controlled correspondence, and requests from the CDPH Directors
Office and the Center for Family Health Deputy Director. Uses
highly skilled medical expertise to review publications,
manuscripts, abstracts, etc. prepared by GDSP staff that are highly
complex, difficult, and sensitive. Uses highly skilled technical
expertise to review and approve research protocols submitted by
outside researchers. Serves as liaison to the Department of Health
Care Services, public health agencies, and other relevant
California intra- and extra-departmental medical professionals and
program staff to assure appropriate coordination of policy
development, implementation, and problem-solving. Develops and
updates health and medical information relevant to GDSP. Uses
highly skilled medical expertise to provide guidance to clinical
personnel providing contracted services and data reporting for
screening-related clinical activities. Coordinates the work of or
consults with Division and Center medical professionals and other
technical staff regarding medical policy and service program issues
to assure consistency of policy development and implementation.
Provides cross coverage when necessary for GDSP leadership.
Participates and serves as a member on various committees,
subcommittees, and work groups to discuss issues of ongoing
importance to the development of medical policy, or to resolution
of problems specific to the operation of GDSP. Prepares
presentations for professional meetings and conferences. Serves as
liaison with professional organizations, universities, provider
groups, and other State and Federal agencies, legislators, advocacy
groups, and the public. Assists GDSP service programs with outreach
efforts. Conducts routine literature reviews on critical issues for
GDSP and maintains an accessible database of reference materials
for preparation of critical communications. Maintains up-to-date
professional competence in evidence-based clinical practice and
public health and medical quality improvement methods. Participates
in education/training efforts involving genetics issues both within
and outside the Department and performs other work-related duties
as necessary.*Desirable Qualifications:* Principles and practices
of preventive medicine and public health. Organization and
operation of preventive medical programs. Principles and practices
of public health genetics, pediatrics, or obstetrics. Current
literature in one or more of these fields. Public health
organizations, practices, and administration. Principles of
scientific research and department's affirmative action program
objectives. A manager's role in the affirmative action program and
the processes available to meet affirmative action objectives.
Plan, organize and direct special projects and investigations in
the fields of public health genetics or preventive medicine, Secure
the cooperation of and work effectively with individuals and
agencies. Conduct educational programs. Speak and write
effectively. Analyze situations accurately and take effective
action. Effectively contribute to the department's affirmative
action objectives.*The deadline to apply is May 2nd, 2024.**Link to
Apply:* *https://bit.ly/3vItkUG **New to the State application
process? To be considered for this role, you must follow the
directions below. We do not accept applications from external
platforms. *1. Create a CalCareer account by going to
CalCareers.ca.gov.2. Confirm that you meet the minimum
qualifications for the position you are wanting to apply for. A
link to view minimum qualifications is listed on each job
posting.3. After confirming that you meet the minimum
qualifications, take, and pass the corresponding examination. Most
exams are available online and can be found on CalCareers under the
exam/assessment search tab.4. Apply! Follow all directions and be
sure to submit all requested documentation.*Please reach out to
Apply@cdph.ca.gov with any questions.*At CDPH equity, diversity,
and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health
and well-being of Californias diverse people and communities. We
are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving
a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and
learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for
team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can
bring to us and the work we do.Job Type: Full-timePay: $13,013.00 -
$18,275.00 per monthBenefits:* Dental insurance* Flexible schedule*
Health insurance* Paid time off* Vision insuranceSchedule:* Monday
to FridayAbility to Relocate:* California: Relocate before starting
work (Required)Work Location: In personby Jobble
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