Physician II - Division of Cancer and Chronic Disease Prevention - Non-Merit

Regular Schedule: 34 hours per week. Division of Cancer and Chronic Disease Prevention, Department of Health and Human Services, Baltimore County General Government. Essential Duties Provides clinical and administrative/operational leadership for the division of cancer and chronic disease prevention. Serves as a clinical expert related to cancer and chronic disease, including tobacco cessation and cannabis prevention. Plans, directs, and evaluates public health programs and the provision of public health services and treatments. Supervises professional and support personnel including physicians, nurses, and administrative staff. Plans, prepares, and administers operating and grant budgets. Prepares grant applications, reports, correspondence, and records. Interprets and develops standards, procedures, and policies governing program operations. Provides advice and consultation to staff and other agencies regarding public health issues. Plans, develops, and administers in‑house training programs. Examples of Other Duties Performs other related duties as required. Required Qualifications Graduation from a medical school accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education with a Doctor of Medicine degree, and two years of public health experience. Private practice may be substituted on a two‑year‑for‑one‑year basis. OR possession of a valid license to practice medicine in Maryland issued by the Maryland Board of Physicians, and two years of public health experience. Private practice may be substituted on a two‑year‑for‑one‑year basis. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Entry Level) Comprehensive knowledge of general medical and preventive medicine principles, practices, procedures, and methods, including tobacco cessation, chronic disease prevention, and cancer screening. Comprehensive knowledge of the diagnosis and treatment of diseases, illness, and injuries. Comprehensive knowledge of tools, instruments, and equipment used in preventive medicine practice. Comprehensive knowledge of current health programs, methods, and trends. Ability to use data to inform decisions and evaluate program effectiveness. Skill in the examination, diagnosis, and treatment of patients. Skill in management, including developing grant applications and budgets, tracking expenditures, and staff recruitment and management. Experience related to cancer, chronic disease, tobacco, and/or cannabis. Ability to learn and follow county and departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Ability to supervise and coordinate public health programs, establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, staff, and other health care providers. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Full Performance) Knowledge of county and departmental policies and procedures. Knowledge of the principles and practices of public health. Knowledge of programs and services offered by the county and other local health care providers. Skill in the supervision and coordination of public health programs and staff. Licenses and Certificates Possession of a valid license to practice medicine in Maryland issued by the Maryland Board of Physicians is required at the time of appointment. A valid driver's license equivalent to a noncommercial, class C Maryland driver's license may be required for some positions. Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant’s major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Failure to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education will result in the application not being considered. Proof of Degree Equivalency Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. ( Examination Procedure Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes. Physical and Environmental Conditions The work of this classification includes the performance of physical activities such as walking and standing and the operation of medical equipment and instruments. Duties may expose incumbents to various bio‑medical hazards. Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks. #J-18808-Ljbffr