Physician, Bureau of Public Health Clinics

JOB SUMMARY City Medical Specialist (Part- - 53040) This is a 40-hour/Part-time position with the Bureau of Public Health Clinics (BPHC), which is part of the Division of Disease Control. The BPHC comprises 4 TB chest centers, 8 sexual health clinics, and 1 immunization clinic. It promotes a healthy community by providing New Yorkers with the resources needed to make informed health decisions, identify and treat tuberculosis, and offer immunization and sexual health services regardless of ability to pay or immigration status. The Bureau seeks to hire a Physician to work in one of the BPHC TB Clinics.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform histories and physicals, evaluate laboratory, microbiologic, and radiologic studies to determine if a patient requires treatment for TB disease or infection. Supervise or formulate treatments and interventions, including complex regimens for patients with drug-resistant and multidrug-resistant TB. Monitor and ensure patient compliance during treatment. Participate in the implementation of patient care protocols for latent TB infection or active TB disease in the BPHC chest centers. Oversee the work of other City Medical Specialists, healthcare providers, and BPHC staff in evaluating and treating tuberculosis. Work with the case‑management staff in the Bureau of TB Control as an integral member of the team, performing systematic reviews of patient cases and contact investigations. Participate in contact investigations and evaluate clients for disease or preventative therapy. Act as a consultant to community doctors and other healthcare providers in all aspects of tuberculosis. Attend conferences, symposiums, seminars, and meetings as appropriate. Participate in agency-wide emergency response activities.

BENEFITS

Premium‑free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10,000 annually (2024 assessment). Additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund. A public‑sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement. A tax‑deferred savings program. A robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to stay healthy while serving New Yorkers. Work‑from‑home policy: Depending on the position, employees may work up to two days per week from home. Job security compared to private‑sector employment, providing stability while contributing to NYC’s public health mission.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Possession of a valid license to practice medicine in the State of New York and either: Valid Board Certification issued by the appropriate American Specialty Board in any specialty area required by the agency. 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: in addition to meeting the minimum qualification requirements for Assignment Level I, one year of satisfactory experience practicing in the specialty area. To be assigned to Assignment Level III: A valid license to practice medicine in the State of New York. A Master’s degree in Public Health, or equivalent Master’s degree, including or supplemented by graduate credits in epidemiology and biostatistics. Completion of the Epidemic Intelligence Service program of the CDC may substitute for this Master’s degree. At least two years of satisfactory experience after receipt of the Master’s degree, or equivalent, in the practice of epidemiology. Specialty Board Certification or eligibility may substitute for one year of this experience. To be assigned to Assignment Level IV: A valid license to practice medicine in the State of New York. Completion of an approved residency program in an accredited hospital, including three years of experience, in either internal medicine, family practice, pediatrics, or another related specialty area required by the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. Valid board certification or board eligibility issued by the appropriate American Subspecialty Board in Infectious Disease, Pulmonary Medicine, or a related subspecialty. Completion of an approved fellowship program in an accredited hospital, including two years of experience, in either infectious diseases, pulmonary medicine, or another related subspecialty required by the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.

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

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT

New York City Residency is not required for this position.

EEO STATEMENT

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 View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr DEPT OF HEALTH/MENTAL HYGIENE