Physician Specialist; Non-Megaflex Correctional Health

PHYSICIAN SPECIALIST (NON-MEGAFLEX) CORRECTIONAL HEALTH

County of Los Angeles

Apply for the PHYSICIAN SPECIALIST (NON-MEGAFLEX) CORRECTIONAL HEALTH position. This job is part of the Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS).

FILING

START DATE:

November 24, 2020 @ 8:00 A.M. (PST)

EXAM NUMBER: Y5476F

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
Open Competitive Job Opportunity

EXAM CLOSES when needs are met; may close without notice.

DHS is the second largest health system in the nation, caring for about 600,000 unique patients per year, employing over 22,000 staff, and operating on a $6.5 billion budget. DHS serves the residents of Los Angeles County, approximately 2 million uninsured, and offers post‑graduate medical education.

Mission: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care.

• Flat‑rate monthly bonus equal to 5.5 % of the appropriate P Schedule or D Schedule step based on experience.
• Additional 20 % Recruitment & Retention Bonus for full‑time Physician Specialists hired by Correctional Health Services.

Apply online at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./special

Recruitment/?exam

No=Y5476F. All applications must be filed online only; no mail, fax, or in‑person submissions are accepted.

• Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of Career Goals
• Legible copy of residency completion certificate approved by the American Specialty Board.
• Legible copy of California State Physician & Surgeon Certificate.

• Perform specialized medical work and surgical procedures within a specialty field.
• Prescribe drugs/therapy; monitor patients, record observations, and adjust treatments.
• Conduct training or assist in training of interns and residents.
• Consult with staff physicians and paramedical personnel regarding patient care.
• Provide consultation to other medical services and specialists.
• Conduct difficult post‑mortem examinations, training, and supervising other physicians.
• Consult with toxicology professionals to determine causes of death.
• Certify cause of death and testify as expert witness.
• Assist in administrative duties, including budgeting, equipment needs, personnel functions, and workflow improvements.
• Participate in health program planning and direction.
• Develop new techniques within the specialty.
• Maintain a rotating schedule to ensure on‑call coverage during non‑business hours.
• Conduct specialized research, studies, and preventive and educational strategies.

• Complete a residency approved by an American Specialty Board or equivalent training. Certification must be in one of the following specialties:
  Family Practice, Internal Medicine, General/Endocrinology.
• Valid California State Physician & Surgeon Certificate.
• California Class C Driver License or alternative transportation method.
• Physical capability: moderate standing/walking most of the time, bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching; lifting up to 25 lb; occasional 10–25 lb lifts.
• Must attach a legible copy of residency completion certificate within 15 days of filing online.

Self‑assessment questionnaire (100%) covering experience, professional development, and collaboration. Candidates must achieve ≥70 % to be listed on the eligible register for 12 months.

No person may compete more than once every 12 months.

Eligible register will be used to fill vacancies within Integrated Correctional Health Services (ICHS).

• May work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Available shift:
  Any.
• Reported salary: $–$ (as of 3 weeks ago).

The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to non‑discrimination in the County workforce. For more information, visit .

The County of Los Angeles complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants. For more information, visit .

The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Convictions or criminal history may be considered only if directly relevant to job duties.

Meri Snkhchyan, Exam Analyst
Telephone: (213) 288‑7000
Email: msnkhchyanounty.gov
ADA Coordinator: (323) 914‑7111
California Relay Services: (800) 735‑2922