Physician, Bureau of Public Health Clinics

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This is a 40 -hours/Part- time (City Medical Specialist - part-time) The Bureau of Public Health Clinics (BPHC) is under the Division of Disease Control, comprising 4 TB chest centers, 8 sexual health clinics and 1 immunization clinic. The mission of the BPHC is to promote a healthy community by providing New Yorkers with the resources needed to make informed and empowered health decisions; identify and treat tuberculosis and provide immunization and sexual health services regardless of ability to pay or immigration status. PHC seeks to hire a Physician to work in one the Bureau's TB Clinics. DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO: - Performing histories and physicals, evaluating laboratory and microbiologic data and radiological studies to determine if a patient needs treatment for TB disease or infection. - Supervising or formulating treatments and interventions, including complex regimens for patients with drug resistant and multidrug resistant TB. - Monitoring and ensuring patient compliance during treatment. - Participating in the implementation of patient care protocols in the care and treatment of latent TB infection or active TB disease in the BPHC chest centers - Overseeing work of other City Medical Specialists, health care providers and BPHC staff in the evaluation and treatment of tuberculosis. - Working with the case management staff in the Bureau of TB Control (BTBC), as an integral member of the case management team, performing systematic reviews of patient cases and contact investigation. - Participating in contact investigation and evaluating clients for disease or preventative therapy. - Acting as a consultant to community doctors and other health care providers in all aspects of tuberculosis. - Attending conferences, symposiums, seminars, and meetings as appropriate. - Participating in agency wide emergency response activities Why you should work for us: - Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as: o a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment. o additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position's associated union/benefit fund. o a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement. o a tax-deferred savings program and o a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers. - Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home. - Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work. Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise. Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers! The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at sahn1@health.nyc.gov or 347-396-6549. CITY MEDICAL SPECIALIST (PART- - 53040 Possession of a valid license to practice medicine in the State of New York; and either: a) Valid Board Certification issued by the appropriate American Specialty Board in any specialty area required by the agency; or b) Current approved application on file for admission to the certifying examination given by the appropriate American Specialty Board in any specialty area required by the agency. To be assigned to Assignment Level II, individuals must have, in addition to meeting the minimum qualification requirements for Assignment Level I described above, one year of satisfactory experience practicing in the specialty area. To be assigned to Assignment Level III, individuals must possess: a) A valid license to practice medicine in the State of New York; and b) A Master's degree in Public Health, or equival