Field Medical Doctor, Bureau of School Health

NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a prestigious public health agency dedicated to enhancing the health of New York City's children. This part-time role involves working closely with the Office of School Health to provide essential health services, including case management and preventive screenings for school-aged children. You will collaborate with community health providers and school staff to ensure the well-being of students, while also participating in health education and program development. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the health of future generations in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid medical license in New York and relevant board certifications.
• Experience in public health or school health settings is essential.

Responsibilities

• Improve school children's health through case management and preventive screenings.
• Develop relationships with community health providers for optimal student care.

Skills

Case Management

Health Education

Preventive Health Screening

Clinical Assistance

Education

Valid License to Practice Medicine in New York

Master's Degree in Public Health

Tools

Automated Student Health Record (ASHR)

Job description

THIS IS A PART-TIME POSITION - 35 HOURS/WEEK

Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (the NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the country. Our mission is to protect and improve the health of all New Yorkers, in service of a vision of a city in which all New Yorkers can realize their full health potential, regardless of who they are, how old they are, where they are from, or where they live.

As a world-renowned public health agency with a history of building transformative public health programming and infrastructure, innovating in science and scholarship to advance public health knowledge, and responding to urgent public health crises, we are a hub for public health innovation, expertise, and programs, and services.

PROGRAM AND JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Division of Family and Child Health (DFCH) of the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is charged with the creation and oversight of programs, policies, services, and environments that support physical and socio-emotional health, and promote primary and reproductive health services, health equity, social justice, safety and well-being for New York City families and children.

The Office of School Health (OSH) is a joint program of the Department of Education and the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene responsible for promoting the health of 1.3 million school-aged children enrolled in approximately 1,800 public and non-public schools in New York City.

DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:

1. Work within the mandates, policies and protocols of the Office of School Health.
2. Improve the health of school children through case management of chronic disease, preventive health screening and counseling, health education, and referrals.
3. Perform mandated physical examinations (new entrant, sport physical, working paper physicals).
4. Develop relationships with community health providers in order to optimize medical management of students with health issues.
5. Attend to the health needs of your assigned school community.
6. Utilize the Automated Student Health Record (ASHR) to maintain adequate student health records.
7. Serve as a consultant to the school nurse and administration on school-related health concerns.
8. Support the development of school educational and prevention programs promoting the health and wellness of all students.
9. Provide clinical assistance in the event of an environmental or communicable disease occurrence.
10. Develop and maintain professional relationships within the school community.
11. Support all medical initiatives put forth by the Office of School Health.
12. Provide trainings/presentations to school staff, community organizations, or parents.
13. Stay abreast of health management policy statements and emerging research within the health community related to school health.
14. Participate in School Health research and quality improvement activities.
15. Participate in all mandated DOHMH and Office of School Health trainings and professional development sessions.
16. Attend all program meetings and Continuing Medical Education classes provided by the Office of School Health.

IMPORTANT NOTES TO ALL CANDIDATES:

Please note: If you are called for an interview you will be required to bring to your interview copies of original documentation, such as:

1. A document that establishes identity for employment eligibility, such as: A Valid U.S. Passport, Permanent Resident Card/Green Card, or Driver’s license.
2. Proof of Education according to the education requirements of the civil service title.
3. Current Resume.

Additional documentation may be required to evaluate your qualifications as outlined in this posting’s “Minimum Qualification Requirements” section.

FINAL APPOINTMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT & BUDGET APPROVAL

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a valid license to practice medicine in the State of New York; and either:

1. Valid Board Certification issued by the appropriate American Specialty Board in any specialty area required by the agency; or
2. Current approved application on file for admission to the certifying examination given by the appropriate American Specialty Board in any specialty area required by the agency.

To be assigned to Assignment Level II, individuals must have, in addition to meeting the minimum qualification requirements for Assignment Level I described above, one year of satisfactory experience practicing in the specialty area.

To be assigned to Assignment Level III, individuals must possess:

1. A valid license to practice medicine in the State of New York; and
2. A Master's degree in Public Health, or equivalent Master's degree, including or supplemented by graduate credits in epidemiology and biostatistics.
3. At least two years of satisfactory experience after receipt of the Master's degree, or equivalent, in the practice of epidemiology.

To be assigned to Assignment Level IV, individuals must possess:

1. A valid license to practice medicine in the State of New York; and
2. Completion of an approved residency program in an accredited hospital, including three years of experience, in either internal medicine, or family practice, or pediatrics, or another related specialty area required by the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.
3. Valid board certification or board eligibility issued by the appropriate American Subspecialty Board in Infectious Disease, Pulmonary Medicine, or a related subspecialty.

Residency Requirement

New York City Residency is not required for this position.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic.