FIRE MEDICAL OFFICER

The Fire Department of the City of New York (FDNY) is the largest fire department in the United States and is universally recognized as the world's busiest and most highly skilled emergency response agency. The department’s main goal is to provide fire protection, emergency medical care, and other critical public safety services to residents and visitors in the five boroughs. FDNY members are sworn to serve and protect life and property, and the department works to continually educate the public in fire, life safety and disaster preparedness, along with enforcing public safety codes. Since its inception in 1865, FDNY has helped lead efforts to make New York the safest big city in the nation, a success that requires a steadfast and daily commitment to maintaining the department’s core values. Position Summary The Fire Department of the City of New York (FDNY) seeks a full‑time Fire Medical Officer (FMO) in the Bureau of Health Services (BHS). Reporting directly to the Chief Medical Officer and Deputy Chief Medical Officer of BHS, the FMO will work in the Duty Determination Clinic Unit and Fitness for Duty Unit. Assess medical qualifications for candidates and incumbents in the job titles Firefighter, Fire Officer, EMT, Paramedic, and EMS Officer. Guide testing to determine duty determinations and continued fitness for duty of incumbents. Conduct ongoing follow‑up evaluations of incumbents with respect to duty determination, and participate on department or joint department medical evaluation boards. Participate in research projects and health initiatives that provide programs of preventive medicine, especially relating to risks for orthopedic injuries among members. Examine and assess ill or injured members for validity of absence, determine degree of disability and recommend curtailment or extension of disability period. Respond to emergencies requiring the immediate presence of an FMO, including triaging members at the scene of a 3rd alarm or greater, facilitating hospital visits for emergency department evaluations or admissions, determining severity of a situation, and promptly informing the Chief Medical Officer and Deputy Chief Medical Officer of conditions and actions taken. Minimum Qualifications Possession of a valid license to practice medicine in the State of New York. Valid Board Certification issued by the appropriate American Specialty Board in any specialty area required by the department. Preferred Skills Availability for evenings and weekends, with a schedule of three 8‑hour shifts per week. Experience in occupational healthcare and implementation of clinical programs or projects. Current or approved application on file for admission to the certifying examination given by the appropriate American Board Specialty. Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. Public Service Loan Forgiveness As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at Residency Requirement New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. City employees in certain titles who have worked for the city for two continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview. Additional Information The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment based on any legally protected status or characteristic, including but not limited to sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. #J-18808-Ljbffr City of New York