Medical Consultant

This is a intermittent position, the time base may be increased up to full time.

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POSTION LOCATED IN THE HEALTH QUALITY INVESTIGATION UNIT CERRITOS FIELD OFFICE

This recruitment is until filled and applications will be reviewed on a monthly basis. The cutoff date will be:

September 4, 2026

October 5, 2026

November 5, 2026

December 4, 2026

January 5, 2027

February 5, 2027

Under the general direction of the field office Supervising Investigator I, the incumbent is responsible for evaluating the professional competence of physicians and surgeons and allied health professionals; provides medical expertise in the review of medical investigations and evaluations of the professional conduct of licensees in relation to the requirements of the law; arranges and coordinates the expert review of medical records; inspects medical records to assure conformance with the law; coordinates the activities of the peer review panels; counsels physicians whose medical practice or behavior is considered below acceptable standards; and performs other functions as related.


You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions
Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview. However, they must reside in the State of California once they are hired and start working.

Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) which reduces an employee's monthly salary in exchange for leave credits. Employees appointed to this classification will have their monthly salary reduced and will accrue hours of PLP 2025 on the first day of each pay period as outlined on "Section 2113 - Personal Leave Program (PLP)" of the CalHR Manual. The salary range(s) included on this job posting do not reflect the reduction in pay.


Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• MEDICAL CONSULTANT (ENFORCEMENT), MEDICAL BOARD OF CALIFORNIA

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-526007


Position #(s):
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Working Title:
Medical Consultant


Classification:
MEDICAL CONSULTANT (ENFORCEMENT), MEDICAL BOARD OF CALIFORNIA $16,271.00 - $19,438.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.


# of Positions:
Multiple


Work Location:
Los Angeles County


Telework:
Hybrid


Job Type:
Permanent Intermittent - 1500 Hours


Facility:
Division of Investigation


Department Information
The Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA) protects and serves California consumers while ensuring a competent and fair marketplace. DCA educates consumers and protects professionals from unfair competition by unlicensed practitioners.

DCA is a unique and dynamic department consisting of 36 different boards, bureaus, a commission, and a program that license and regulate more than 3.4 million licensees in more than 280 license types including certificates, registrations, and permits. DCA has many exciting career opportunities available and is dedicated to hiring and retaining qualified employees.


The mission of the Division of Investigation: To provide law enforcement investigative services, in order to protect California consumers and licensees by effectively and efficiently enforcing laws, regulations and professional standards.


DCA website:


Special Requirements Must be in possession of a valid unrestricted license for the practice of medicine in California as determined by the Medical Board of California and possession of a valid specialty certificate issued by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS).


Title 11, section 703 (d) of the California Code of Regulations requires criminal record checks of all personnel who have access to Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI). Pursuant to this requirement, applicants for this position will be required to submit fingerprints to the Department of Justice and be cleared before hiring. In accordance to DCA's (CORI) procedures, clearance shall be maintained while employed in a CORI-designated position. Additionally, the position routinely works with sensitive and confidential issues and/or materials and is expected to maintain the privacy and confidentiality of documents and topics pertaining to individuals.


This position is subject to Title 16, section 3830 of the California Code of Regulations, the Department of Consumer Affairs' Conflict of Interest Regulations. The incumbent is required to submit a Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700) within 30 days of assuming office, annually by April 1st, and within 30 days of leaving office.


Application Instructions
Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: Until Filled
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s). Temporary Appointments may be considered if conditions warrant. Temporary Appointments may be made to anyone regardless of eligibility. Temporary Appointments may not exceed 9 months and will require eligibility to be obtained through an examination process in order to transition to a permanent appointment. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).


How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:


Address for Mailing Application Packages


You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:


Department of Consumer Affairs
Office of Human Resources
Attn: Recruitment Technician, JC 526007, GP
1625 North Market Blvd., Suite N-321


Sacramento , CA 95834


Address for Drop-Off Application Packages


You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:


Department of Consumer Affairs
Office of Human Resources
Recruitment Technician, JC 526007, GP
1625 North Market Blvd., Suite N-321


Sacramento , CA 95834
Please note: The drop off location may be non-operational on weekends and holidays.
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM


Required Application Package Documents


The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.


Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:


In order to be considered applying for the vacancy, all candidates must first apply for the examination. To apply for the examination, click on the following Medical Consultant (Enforcement) exam link. Applicants to who do not submit an application for the examination will not be considered for the vacancy.


For your convenience, here is the link on how to take the Medical Consultant (Enforcement) examination:

Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.



Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
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Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
EEO Officer
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Filing Instructions
If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, as specified in the classification specification ( ), please include a copy of your degree or unofficial transcripts with your application package.


Please be aware that if you are selected for the position, you will be required to submit official sealed transcripts.


Employment information on the STD 678 MUST be complete with dates, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Failure to submit a completed STD 678 may result in you being screened out. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.


Using the online application system as specified in the announcement is the preferred method or applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may instead apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel delivery or courier service, or in person, as set forth in this announcement.


DO NOT include confidential information such as social security numbers, date of birth, marital status, equal employment opportunity data, examination scores, and LEAP information.


Applicants who wish to submit hard copy applications shall use the most current version of the State application (STD. 678).


Applicants who fail to submit the most current version of the STD. 678 may be disqualified.


Multiple positions may become available.


Electronic Submission:
Application and any applicable required documents may be submitted electronically through CalCareers account. The application packages must be received electronically by 11:59 p.m. on the final filing date as stated on the job vacancy announcement.


U.S. Postal Service Mail:
Application and any applicable required documents may be submitted by mail. The envelope must be postmarked before or on the final filing date as stated on the job vacancy announcement.


Hand Delivery:
Application and any applicable required documents may be hand delivered by 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date as stated on the job vacancy announcement. Application packages postmarked, personally delivered, or received via interagency mail after 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date will not be accepted for any reason. Do not submit applications to the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR). Drop off location may be non-operational on weekends and holidays.


Please note that the CalCareer system will not allow you to make changes to your application information once it is submitted. If you have any updates to your online application after you have submitted it, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. For all other questions regarding your CalHR CalCareer account, you may contact the CalCareer Unit at View phone number on click.appcast.io.


Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.


It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.