CHIEF PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON

Facility: DSH - Atascadero Position Details Job Code #: JC-526717 Position #(s): 455-420-7561-XXX Working Title: Chief Physician and Surgeon (Safety) Classification: CHIEF PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON Salary Ranges:

$22,210.00 - $23,559.00 V

$23,442.00 - $24,868.00 W

$24,679.00 - $28,801.0Y

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of Positions: 1 Work Location: San Luis Obispo County Telework: In Office Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Facility: DSH - Atascadero Job Description And Duties The Chief Physician and Surgeon (Safety) will be directed by the Chief of Primary Care in the Medical Staff Department at the Department of State Hospitals – Atascadero (ASH). The incumbent will be responsible for the following duties but not limited to: Take action, as directed, to promote and implement the principles of Continuous Quality Improvement and Quality Assessment and Improvement within the structure of Central Medical Services. Monitor and maintain compliance with The Joint Commission and Licensure standards. Applies and demonstrates knowledge of correct methods in Therapeutic Strategies and Interventions (TSI). Assist in the maintenance of a safe and secure environment through response to physical assaults, escape attempts or other major patient disturbance, and assist in the management of the conduct of the patients. Responsible for the Clinical supervision of the medical component of the following services within Central Medical Services: Clinical Laboratory, Radiology Department, Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy, Central Supply, Central Medical Clinic, EEG-ECG Department, Family Nurse Practitioner Services, and Public Health Services. Responsible for the Clinical supervision of the medical component of the following services outside Central Medical Services: Urgent Care Room Services and Unit 1. Responsible for supervision of physicians within the Department of Medicine. Serves as the hospital's Medical Reviewing Officer and is therefore responsible for reviewing and evaluating employment risks as they relate to preplacement medical examinations and other ongoing occupational health issues. Review Service overtime and use of unscheduled time off, audit for patterns and trends, and provide recommendations for improvement and/or initiate corrective action. This review/audit will include areas identified to reduce workers compensation costs. As assigned, is responsible to assure that performance standards are met as required both by Hospital policy and relevant State laws. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Department Information The Department of State Hospitals – Atascadero is a secure public sector hospital providing inpatient forensic services for mentally ill adult males who are court committed throughout the State of California. Located on the central coast of California, the Department of State Hospitals – Atascadero is in the vicinity of destination locations such as San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles, and Morro Bay, with easy access to beautiful beaches, serene natural settings and many historical landmarks. We invite you to join our professional and talented workforce. Department Website: #J-18808-Ljbffr California Department of State Hospitals