Medical Director, Bureau of Communicable Diseases

NYC Department of Social Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

The NYC Department of Health seeks a Medical Director for the Bureau of Communicable Diseases. This role involves leading efforts in infectious disease operations, overseeing COVID-19 initiatives, and contributing to public health policy and research. Ideal candidates will have expertise in infectious diseases and strong leadership skills. Join a historic agency dedicated to improving health outcomes for all New Yorkers.

Qualifications

• Valid New York medical license required.
• Experience in epidemiology or infectious diseases preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advise on infectious disease operations and surveillance.
• Oversee COVID testing and vaccination teams.
• Manage provider and community engagement activities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Grant Writing

Public Health Surveillance

Infectious Diseases Expertise

Education

Board certification in a relevant specialty

Job description

Medical Director, Bureau of Communicable Diseases

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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, aiming for a city where everyone can reach their full health potential, regardless of background or circumstances.

As a renowned public health agency, we have a history of innovative programming, scientific advancement, and crisis response, from yellow fever in 1822 to COVID-19. We serve as a strategic, policy, and planning authority for NYC, influencing national and international public health policies. Our work spans food and nutrition, anti-tobacco efforts, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice issues.

Our strategic priorities include:

• Enhancing emergency preparedness and response capabilities
• Addressing chronic and diet-related diseases, including childhood obesity and diabetes
• Addressing mental health crises, overdose deaths, and youth mental health
• Reducing black maternal mortality and improving women’s health
• Combating climate change impacts on health

We value diversity and equity, recognizing racism as a public health crisis since 2021. We are committed to anti-racist practices and community engagement to reduce health disparities.

Program and Job Description:

The Bureau of Communicable Disease (BCD), part of the Division of Disease Control, oversees the surveillance, prevention, and control of over 70 infectious diseases, including foodborne, waterborne, respiratory (COVID-19), zoonotic, and vectorborne diseases.

We seek a Medical Director to lead units including provider outreach, community engagement, and antibiotic resistance prevention.

DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:

• Advising on infectious disease operations, including antibiotic stewardship, infection control, and surveillance
• Overseeing COVID testing and vaccination teams
• Managing provider and community engagement activities
• Participating in senior meetings and policy discussions
• Contributing to research and publications
• Serving as Physician on Call for infectious disease issues
• Supporting grant writing and emergency response leadership

CITY MEDICAL SPECIALIST - 53039

Minimum Qualifications:
Possession of a valid New York medical license and one of the following:

• Board certification in a relevant specialty, or
• Application in process for certification

Additional experience requirements vary by assignment level, including practice in the specialty, epidemiology, or infectious diseases, with specific educational qualifications.

Preferred Skills: Expertise in infectious diseases, public health surveillance, outbreak response, strong communication, leadership, and grant writing skills.

Residency in NYC is not required.

The NYC Health Department is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.