School Physician - 4 Hours (NBOE)

Newark Public Schools; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Newark Board of Education in Newark, NJ seeks a part‑time School Physician (4 hours) to review student medical absences, coordinate physicals for new enrollees and sports, and advise on immunizations and exemptions.

The role requires a medical degree, NJ license, and at least five years of NJ practice, with collaboration to support the school nurse and health services team. Equal opportunity employer; application process through the district.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in Medicine.
• License to practice medicine in New Jersey as determined by the NJ State Medical Board.
• Thorough knowledge of general medicine and current diagnostic techniques.
• Five years of licensed practice in New Jersey.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve/deny medical absences for students and consult with the school nurse and staff.
• Apply district goals, establish policies, and implement practices.
• Ensure timely reports to Office of Health Services for action.
• Be available for conferences and necessary meetings.
• Conduct orientations and in-service trainings when needed.
• Maintain student records with confidentiality under HIPAA and FERPA.
• Coordinate joint investigations with other agencies as needed.
• Plan and organize work processes for reviewing student health issues.
• Coordinate student physical examinations for new enrollees, sports, and working papers.
• Review medical orders and advise the school nurse in consultation with physicians.

Skills

Pharmacology

NJ laws

FERPA/HIPAA

Court testimony

Recordkeeping

Education

Medical degree

Job description

ROGER LEÓN, SUPERINTENDENT

SCHOOL PHYSICIAN 4 Hours

Office of Health Services

(Pending availability of funds and Board of Education approval)

The Superintendent invites qualified and interested persons to apply for the position of School Physician 4 Hours within the Office of Health Services.

Definition

Under direction of the Newark Board of Education Supervising Physician, the incumbent in this part‑time position is responsible for the review and analysis of absences/returns to school for students due to medical conditions. The incumbent will also be responsible for coordinating, collaborating, and consulting with the school nurse to provide physicals including, but not limited to, new students entering the district, sports physicals, and physicals for working papers. The incumbent will act as a member of the safety committee and, after a tour of the building, recommend any safety and sanitation alterations as may be necessary. The incumbent will advise concerning student immunizations and necessary medical exemptions. The incumbent will advise and support the school nurse concerning communicable diseases, possible interventions, parental notification and the follow-up required. The incumbent will assist with the determination concerning student exemptions from physical education. Collaborative support will be provided in the determination of 504 Accommodations and interventions for students with specific medical diagnoses. The incumbent will provide direct support to the school nurse in obtaining appropriate medical orders for students requiring specific orders for medical treatments or care. Such determinations will be based on research and consultation with the supervising physician and the primary health care providers for our students.

Qualifications And Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in Medicine.
• Possession of the legal credentials, including a license, for the practice of medicine in the State of New Jersey as determined by the New Jersey State Medical Board of Examiners.
• Thorough knowledge of the practice of general medicine, the latest medical techniques used in the examination and treatment of patients, the most effective diagnostic techniques, and proper medical measures.
• Five (5) years of successful experience in the State of New Jersey as a licensed practicing physician.
• Possession of a driver's license, valid in New Jersey, only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

Basic Functions And Responsibilities

• Review and approve/deny medical absences for students as needed and consult with the school nurse and appropriate school staff.
• Apply District goals/objectives, establish policies, and implement practices consistent with meeting these goals/objectives.
• Assure that reports to Office of Health Services are timely, in order for appropriate actions and responses to be determined.
• Must be available for conferences, meetings where it is determined that the presence of a medical individual is necessary.
• Conduct orientations and in‑service training sessions when necessary.
• Maintain or oversee the maintenance of student record‑keeping operations and assure that confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA Law and FERPA Law is maintained.
• Participate in the coordination of joint investigative efforts with other agencies in cases of mutual interest of the students.
• Plan and organize work processes related to reviewing and analyzing student health issues.
• Coordinate the provision of student physical examinations for new enrollees, sports participation and working papers.
• Review medical and medication orders for students and advise the school nurse as needed and consult with the student's physician as necessary.
• Perform other duties and tasks assigned by supervisor.

Knowledge And Abilities

• Knowledge of pharmacology and psychopharmacology.
• Wide knowledge of New Jersey law and the local health department regarding prevention and control of communicable and contagious diseases.
• Familiarity with New Jersey state statutes, administrative codes, rules, regulations, professional rules of conduct, and District policies.
• Knowledge of the rules, regulations, and policies of the New Jersey Department of Education/ Newark Board of Education related to health services and medical requirements for students.
• Knowledge of the proper methods used in the establishment and maintenance of student records.
• Knowledge of the FERPA Law and the HIPPA Law and the confidentiality requirements of each.
• Ability to provide testimony in court or other legal forum.

Reports To

Department Head

Salary, Employment Period and Union Affiliation

• Salary: $50,326
• Employment Period: Ten (10) Months (20) Hours per week
• Union Affiliation: Local 32

In an effort to attract and retain staff, NBOE offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits for all full-time staff. Offerings include Medical and Prescription Drug plans, employer‑paid Dental and Vision coverage, an array of Wellness and Voluntary benefits programs, and paid time off; all employees receive paid Personal and Sick days, as well as Vacation days for 12‑month employees.

How To Apply

Newark Board of Education only accepts electronic applications.

Opening and Closing Date

Opening Date: February 24, 2025
Closing Date: March 7, 2025 or until filled

The NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER