Medical Epidemiologist

Maricopa County; United States; On-site; USD 205,000 - 325,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work schedules (work-life-bal

Opportunities for growth and devt

Low-cost healthcare for dependents

Paid vacation and sick time

Arizona State Retirement System with

Job summary

Maricopa County Department of Public Health is seeking a Medical Epidemiologist to support the Chief Medical Officer in surveillance, outbreak response, and public health guidance for communicable and other diseases. The role includes mentoring, education, and collaboration with healthcare providers and community partners.

You will contribute to data-driven policy and serve as a medical spokesperson during public health events, with a focus on protecting residents of Maricopa County.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an approved U.S. Residency or Fellowship training program.
• A valid, unrestricted license to practice medicine in the State of Arizona, or eligibility to obtain upon hire.
• Post-residency experience in clinical or medical epidemiology in public health settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical, epidemiological, and infection control guidance to support disease surveillance and outbreak investigations.
• Ensure surveillance, reporting, and investigation practices align with CDC, state, and federal standards.
• Collaborate with the Chief Medical Officer to develop and maintain medical policies and public health guidance.
• Serve as medical spokesperson and provide expert consultation to providers, partners, and the public.

Education

Doctoral degree in medicine

Residency or Fellowship training

License to practice medicine in AZ or eligible to obtain

Epidemic Intelligence Service (EIS) program

Post-residency epidemiology experience in public health

Job description

Posting Date 10/20/26 Application Deadline 10/26/26 Pay Range $205,000 - $325,000 annually Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation. Job Type Unclassified Department Public Health

About the Position

As a Medical Epidemiologist, you will support the Chief Medical Officer in providing medical and technical guidance regarding the surveillance, investigation, and outbreak response of communicable and other diseases in Maricopa County. This includes the systematic surveillance of disease, outbreak detection and response, and implementation of strategies for minimizing disease impact on residents. You will support community healthcare providers in ensuring appropriate management of these diseases and support the education of healthcare providers and those in training regarding diseases of public health importance. This position also supports the Executive and Chief Medical Officer in responding to media requests and providing clear and accurate public health messaging to healthcare providers and the community.

About Us

Come work for Maricopa County Department of Public Health, the 3rd largest health jurisdiction in the U.S.! MCDPH's mission is to increase the quality of life for our residents by collaborating with the community to develop and implement strategies, programs, and services addressing the emerging and changing needs of public health. We aim to serve Maricopa County residents with a focus on impact and a data-driven approach to our work. We value our staff's unique skills and differences, as well as the varied experiences and disciplines we represent. Together, we are working towards our vision of creating a healthy, thriving Maricopa County for all.

• Proud to Offer Work with a greater purpose
• Tuition reimbursement
• Exceptional work-life balance with flexible work schedules
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
• Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
• Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
• Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring an 11.98% monthly contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

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We Require Doctoral degree from an accredited and approved school of medicine or osteopathic medicine

Completion of an approved U.S. Residency or Fellowship training program

A valid, unrestricted license to practice allopathic or osteopathic medicine in the State of Arizona, or the eligibility to obtain upon hire

We Also Value Post-residency experience in clinical or medical epidemiology, practicing at a federal, state, or local health department or other public clinical setting, such as a Federally Qualified Healthcare Center or Veterans Affairs healthcare setting

Completion of the Epidemic Intelligence Service (EIS) program

Job Contributions

• Provide medical, epidemiological, and infection control guidance to support communicable disease surveillance, outbreak investigations, case definitions, and disease prevention strategies
• Ensure disease surveillance, reporting, and investigation practices align with CDC, CSTE, state, and federal regulations, and applicable public health standards
• Collaborate with the Chief Medical Officer to develop, implement, and maintain medical policies, clinical procedures, and public health guidance consistent with current recommendations and best practices
• Provide expert consultation to healthcare providers, community partners, and the public on communicable and non-communicable diseases, immunizations, infection prevention, and other public health concerns.
• Interpret epidemiological data to support informed decision-making
• Supervise and mentor healthcare professionals and fellows in training
• Develop and deliver educational presentations and training for public health staff, healthcare providers, and community partners
• Participate in rotating physician on-call coverage during nights, weekends, and holidays, providing timely medical consultation and infection control guidance for urgent public health concerns
• Prescribe post-exposure prophylaxis, immunizations, and other appropriate medical interventions under established standing orders or authorized prescribing authority
• Serve as a medical spokesperson, provide technical expertise to government agencies and the media, and support medical consultation and communications during public health emergencies and other significant incidents

Working Conditions

Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions Ability to exert up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly, and requires walking/standing to a significant degree. Valid Arizona driver's license is required upon hire Within one month of hire, all employees will be required to provide evidence of immunity or receive immunizations for vaccine-preventable illnesses for any position within the Maricopa County Department of Public Health; required immunizations include MMR (measles, mumps, rubella), Tdap (whooping cough and diphtheria), Varicella (chickenpox), and annual Influenza; some positions require a Hepatitis B vaccine and/or a Tuberculosis test Selection Procedure Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Equal Opportunity

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact [e-mail] to initiate the interactive process.

Join Us

We are Maricopa County. Who is that, you may ask? Forbes has rated Maricopa County one of Arizona's Best Employers in 2024. We are over 13,000 employees strong, providing vital services for one of the fastest-growing counties in the nation, with over four million residents who call Maricopa County home. You may wonder what we do, and it may be easier to answer that by asking what are you interested in! Join us and you will become part of a dynamic group of diverse and talented professionals who are passionate about making a difference and giving back to their communities. We offer career paths and opportunities in just about every job category and job level imaginable, so your journey with us is what you make of it! Along with offering purposeful careers, you can expect a rich selection of economical and comprehensive healthcare options, robust retirement plans, tuition and loan payment programs, and multiple paid leave options, as part of an overall generous compensation and benefits package. Thinking about career options, then please think about us! We are Maricopa County, and we are looking forward to working with you!