Physician II - Division of Communicable Disease - Non-Merit

Full Job Description

Regular Schedule 34 hours per week

A Non-Merit vacancy exists in the Bureau of Animal Services, Communicable Disease and Environmental Health Services, Division of Communicable Disease, Department of Health and Human Services.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring in any Office or Department of Baltimore County General Government may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experiences on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

You must attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Requirements

The Physician provides clinical leadership, medical oversight, and subject-matter expertise for the Division of Communicable Disease, including Tuberculosis (TB) Control, General Communicable Disease (CD), HIV Prevention and Case Management, Hepatitis C programming, and Partner Services. The physician ensures evidence-based clinical practices, maintains compliance with state and federal guidelines, supports disease surveillance activities, and advances public health strategies that reduce morbidity and mortality in the community.

Essential Duties

• Provides clinical leadership for a division with the Baltimore County Department of Health.
• Serving as a clinical expert related to communicable diseases.
• Provide clinical direction for program protocols, standing orders, and treatment algorithms.
• Review and approve clinical policies, procedures, and quality standards across all programs.
• Provide consultation to staff, community clinicians, and partner organizations on complex or unusual communicable disease cases.
• 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.
• Work collaboratively with internal multidisciplinary teams, including epidemiology, nursing, case management, and outreach.
• Participate in committees, workgroups, and grant-related activities to support communicable disease program goals.
• Ensure programs operate within CDC, HRSA, state, and local regulations and guidelines.
• Conduct medical chart and program audits; support continuous quality improvement.
• Provide clinical training and mentorship to staff.

Examples of Other Duties

• Performs other related duties as required.

(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)

Qualifications

Required Qualifications
Graduation from a medical school accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education with a degree of Doctor of Medicine,
Plus
two years' public health experience. (Private practice may be substituted on a two years for one year basis for the required public health experience.)

OR

Possession of a valid license to practice medicine in the State of Maryland issued by the Maryland Board of Physicians,
Plus
two years' public health experience. (Private practice may be substituted on a two-years for one year basis for the required public health experience.)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Entry Level)

• Advanced medical knowledge of infectious diseases, epidemiology, outbreak investigation, and public health principles.

• Comprehensive understanding of tuberculosis diagnosis, treatment, case management, and public health control strategies.

• Knowledge of HIV prevention and care, including PrEP, PEP, ART basics, screening guidelines, and linkage-to-care models.

• Strong knowledge of sexually transmitted infection (STI) management, including partner services, confidentiality laws, and partner notification strategies.

• Familiarity with state and federal public health laws, reportable disease requirements, and public health emergency response frameworks.

• Knowledge of clinical quality assurance, performance improvement, and evidence-based practice development.

• Understanding of health equity principles, social determinants of health, and culturally responsive care in communicable disease programs.

• Ability to learn and follow County and departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

• Ability to supervise and coordinate public health programs. Ability to 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 the State of Maryland issued by the Maryland Board of Physicians is required at the time of appointment.

Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a noncommercial, class C Maryland driver's license may be required for some positions at the time of appointment.

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 your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

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. (www.WES.org).

Mail or deliver documents to:
ATTN: Physician II - Division of Communicable Disease - Non-Merit
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21204

You must attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

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.

Additional Information

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.