Overview
Tehama County Health Services Agency
Red Bluff, CA
Full-Time with Benefits
This Position Will Remain Open Until Filled. Recruitment for Eligibility List.
In compliance with current regulations in the state of California, this position does not require employees to obtain a COVID-19 vaccination, although it is highly recommended.
SALARY:
Based on qualifications and experience. Salary is negotiable. Applicants may contact the department to request additional information regarding health benefits/retirement.
ABOUT THE POSITION:
As the Health Officer, under the direction of the Board of Supervisors, consults with the HealthServices Agency Executive Director and Environmental Health Director on the medical aspects of public health and environmental health issues. They administer the enforcement of Federal, State and County health and sanitation laws and regulations and develop, oversee, approve, and monitor the nursing protocols defining public health nursing practices. In the performance of Physician-Surgeon duties, this position provides medical care for patients of the Health Services Agency Outpatient Clinic, Juvenile Detention Facility, Jail and other community health settings as assigned, as well as provides leadership and clinical supervision to assigned medical/nursing staff. Admits and treats patients.
ABOUT THE AGENCY:
Tehama County Health Services Agency is committed to a healthy community. We provide integrated services to Tehama County residents through education, prevention, assessment, intervention, treatment, and follow up. Our staff are valued for their contributions to client care, whether they work in direct services or are in key support roles. We collaborate, communicate, and support each other so we can focus on what’s most important, the overall health of our clients. Every position is a key position at Health Services. We value input, good communication, and collaboration within our organization as well as with our agency partners. If you would enjoy working with people who are committed to the health of our residents, then our agency would like to hear from you.
ABOUT THE COMMUNITY:
Nestled in the northern Sacramento Valley, Tehama County lies approximately midway between Sacramento and the Oregon border. The County sits alongside the beautiful Sacramento River and is only 50 miles west of Lassen National Park. Tehama County is the central point of widespread recreation; with nearby camping, hunting, fishing, golfing, snow skiing, and boating resources as good as or better than anywhere in California. Tehama County is home to approximately 64,000 people. In our County’s small town atmosphere, you can experience the feeling of knowing your neighbors. Additionally, the mean travel time to work is only 23 minutes and the cost of living in Tehama County is lower than many other places in California.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
- Consults with Health Services Agency Executive Director, the Environmental Health Director, and the Public Health Director to assist in coordinating and providing oversight to public health programs for the County, including those focused on health education, communicable disease control, maternal and child health promotion and support, environmental sanitation and nutritional information and services.
- Oversees and approves all public health medical, clinical and nursing protocols.
- Provides technical consultation to assigned departments to assist in coordinating available resources for maximum utilization.
KNOWLEDGE OF:
- Applicable Federal, State, County, Department, and Division laws, regulations, policies and procedures;
- Modern office practices, methods and computer equipment;
- Medical science and its application;
- Issues of diverse cultures and how they influence practices and program development
SKILLS IN:
- Using English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone and in writing;
- Organizing and prioritizing a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organizing own work, setting priorities and meeting critical time deadlines;
- Operating modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized software applications programs;
- Using tact, initiative, prudence and independent judgment within general policy, procedural and legal guidelines
Education & Experience:
Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
- Graduation from an accredited medical school with a Medical Degree.
- Five (5) years of professional experience as a physician and surgeon, licensed in the State of California.
- Certification by the American Board of Preventive Medicine; or certification by the American Boards of Family Practice, Pediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynecology, or Internal Medicine, and
- Completion of a Master’s Degree from an accredited School of Public Health.
OR - Two years experience as a Public Health Officer, preferably in California.
- Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.
License & Special Requirements:
- Requires a valid California driver’s license.
- Must possess, or be willing to obtain, a national provider identifier (NPI).
- Requires a valid license to practice as a physician and surgeon issued by the Medical Board of California or the Osteopathic Medical Board of California.
- Requires a Controlled Substance Registration Certificate issued by the Drug Enforcement Administration.
RECRUITMENT INFORMATION:
How to Apply: Visit www.governmentjobs.com/careers/tehama and search for the job title to apply online.
The department is anticipating a vacancy for Health Officer.
In addition, Tehama County is establishing an eligibility list to fill future vacancies for a Health Officer/Physician-Surgeon, as well as subsequent vacancies which occur during the life of the eligibility list.
Please upload ALL required documents when applying such as, copies of all required degrees and/or certifications as outlined in the job description. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
For questions about this recruitment, contact:
Emily Unger
530-528-3204 | Emily.Unger@tchsa.net
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of background, fingerprinting, drug test (including marijuana) and physical examination provided by the County.
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