Staff Physician - County Jail



Job Details

Staff Physician - County Jail
Employer

[Do Not Use - EF Automation Agency] County of San Luis Obispo

Salary

$166,212.80 - $202,072.00 Annually

Location

San Luis Obispo, CA

Job Type

Reg Salary

Job Number

0717KS-300026-01

Department

Health Agency

Division

Public Health

Opening Date

07/27/2017

Closing Date

Continuous

About the Position

The Health Agency is recruiting for a Staff Physician at the County Jail. Under general supervision, performs physical and psycho-social assessments; establishes medical diagnoses; orders and evaluates diagnostic tests and manages follow-up care; does other related work as required.

The position may be filled as Part-time or Full-time based on candidates' availability and Departmental needs. This recruitment may be used to fill future permanent, temporary, substitute or limited term vacancies within the County. 
 

The Ideal Candidate

Possession of a valid license as a physician and surgeon from the Medical Board of California or Osteopathic Medical Board of California at the time of appointment AND three (3) years of post-graduate training in a program accredited by the American Medical Association or the American Osteopathic Association leading to Board Certification or eligibility in Family Practice, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Obstetrics/Gynecology, Pediatrics or other specialty consistent with assignment.  Licensure must be maintained throughout employment, including any continuing education requirements.
 
In addition:  A valid DEA certificate for the prescription of controlled medications is required within six (6) months of employment.  Certification must be maintained throughout employment.
 

How to Apply

Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date.  To apply for this position, click "apply" at the top of this page. Most County recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process. We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application.

An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.

Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process.

If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at hr@co.slo.ca.us. Confidential inquiries are welcomed.

For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at www.slocounty.ca.gov.

Supplemental Information

Reasonable Accommodation Notice:
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. Please call 805-781-5959 for assistance or e-mail hr@co.slo.ca.us for more information.

Our Community
Located halfway between Los Angeles and San Francisco, approximately 260,000 people call San Luis Obispo County home. 

San Luis Obispo County's natural beauty includes beaches, lakes, mountains, wetlands, and oak- studded hills. It's home to California Polytechnic State University, Cuesta Community College, Hearst Castle, two historical missions, and a commercial airport. A Mediterranean climate keeps San Luis Obispo at an average daytime high of 70ºF with usual lows in the 40s. Varied and growing industries form its stable economy. 

Residents rejuvenate themselves by enjoying the county's year-round farmers markets, wineries, public trails, and cultural events.

More information about San Luis Obispo County can be found at: http://www.visitsanluisobispocounty.com/.
 
Compensation
The annual salary is supplemented by a generous benefit package which includes:

- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Participation in the San Luis Obispo County Pension Trust Retirement Fund
- Deferred Compensation Plan
- Flexible Spending Section 125 Plans
- Paid Personal, Sick and Vacation Days
- Paid Holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Education Allowance
- Post Employment Health Plan

Depending on your position, you may be eligible for additional benefits. Click the link below to learn more.
 

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Please describe your experience administering Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) for opioid use.
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Do you have a "X number"? If yes, please provide the number.
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Please describe your experience working in a correctional setting.

* Required Question

Employer
[Do Not Use - EF Automation Agency] County of San Luis Obispo
Address
1055 Monterey Street
Suite D-250
San Luis Obispo, California, 93408
Phone
805-781-5959

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