School Health Field Physician, Bureau of School Health

NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team in a forward-thinking public health department focused on improving the health of NYC's school-aged children. As a School Health Field Physician, you will play a crucial role in addressing the health needs of students, conducting physical examinations, and implementing health initiatives. This position not only offers job security but also provides the opportunity to make a real difference in the community. Enjoy benefits like premium-free health insurance, a pension plan, and flexible work-from-home options. Be part of a diverse and inclusive environment committed to public health excellence.

Benefits

Loan Forgiveness Programs

Premium-Free Health Insurance

Pension Plan

Savings Programs

Wellness Resources

Flexible Work From Home Policy

Qualifications

• Strong clinical pediatric experience is essential for this role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is required.

Responsibilities

• Attend to health needs and medical issues of students in designated schools.
• Implement initiatives promoting positive health behaviors and develop education programs.
• Maintain accurate student health records using the Automated Student Health Record.

Skills

Clinical Pediatric Experience

Customer Service Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

School Health Field Physician, Bureau of School Health

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Responsibilities

The Office of School Health (OSH) promotes the health of 1.3 million school-aged children across approximately 1,800 schools in NYC through public health initiatives, case management, education, and clinical services. For more details, refer to the American Academy of Pediatrics' Policy Statement:

http://pedicatrics.aapublications.org/content/pediatrics/131/1/178.full.pdf

Duties Will Include But Not Limited To

• Work within mandates, policies, and protocols of the Office of School Health.
• Attend to health needs and medical issues of students in a designated school community.
• Maintain accurate student health records using the Automated Student Health Record (ASHR).
• Complete medical accommodation reviews efficiently, using clinical judgment and coordinating services when appropriate.
• Perform mandated physical examinations (New Admission Exams, Sports Physicals, Working Paper Physicals).
• Participate in meetings concerning student medical needs.
• Implement initiatives promoting positive health behaviors and develop school health education and prevention programs.
• Provide clinical assistance during environmental or communicable disease occurrences.
• Serve as a liaison with community health providers on medical issues affecting school performance.
• Support medical initiatives like Asthma, Reproductive Health, Obesity, and Diabetes programs.
• Maintain good public relations and communicate effectively within the school and community organizations.
• Stay updated on health policies and emerging research related to school health.
• Participate in OSH research activities and attend mandated department and program meetings, including CME classes.

Preferred Skills

• Strong clinical pediatric experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and related applications.
• Excellent customer service skills.

Why You Should Work For Us

• Loan Forgiveness programs for eligible employees.
• Benefits include premium-free health insurance, pension plan, savings programs, and wellness resources.
• Flexible Work From Home policy for some roles.
• Job security and opportunity to contribute to NYC's public health.

Join us in making a difference in the lives of NYC residents. The NYC Health Department is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. For accommodations during the application process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn at [e-mail] or 347-396-6549.