Senior Public Health Epidemiologist & Outbreak Lead

maricopa; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 205,000 - 325,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible schedules

Growth opportunities

Healthcare for dependents

Child care benefits

Paid time off

Wellness program

ASRS employer match

Job summary

Maricopa County Department of Public Health seeks a Medical Epidemiologist to support surveillance, investigation, and outbreak response for communicable and other diseases in Maricopa County.

You will provide medical guidance to healthcare providers, educate staff and trainees, help develop medical policies, and serve as a spokesperson with clear public health messaging during emergencies. This is a mission-driven role with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Epidemiology experience in public health settings.
• Strong communication with diverse audiences.
• Supervision/mentoring of healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical and epidemiological guidance to support surveillance and outbreak investigations.
• Ensure disease surveillance aligns with CDC, state, and federal regulations.
• Collaborate with the Chief Medical Officer to develop medical policies and guidance.
• Provide expert consultation to healthcare providers, community partners, and the public on communicable and non-communicable diseases.
• Supervise and mentor healthcare professionals and fellows; deliver trainings.
• Participate in rotating physician on-call coverage during nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Prescribe post-exposure prophylaxis and immunizations under standing orders.
• Serve as a medical spokesperson during public health emergencies.

Skills

Epidemiology

Public health communication

Medical supervision

Education

MD/DO

Residency/Fellowship

Arizona medical license or eligibility

Job description

Maricopa County Department of Public Health seeks a Medical Epidemiologist to support surveillance, investigation, and outbreak response for communicable and other diseases in Maricopa County.

You will provide medical guidance to healthcare providers, educate staff and trainees, help develop medical policies, and serve as a spokesperson with clear public health messaging during emergencies. This is a mission-driven role with growth opportunities.