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City of San José
Physician (1441)
CLASS PURPOSE
Under administrative direction, performs work of considerable difficulty to
promote the general health and well being of City employees. Provides medical
leadership and expertise in regard to health consultation, policy monitoring and
formulation, and program implementation, including infection control. Provides
medical services as required.
TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESULTS (Any one position may not include all the
duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties which may be
performed.)
- Develops basic standards for employee health especially in regard to
occupational health in regulated areas.
- Provides leadership in the development and administration of citywide
occupational health policies and programs.
- Develops and provides pre-placement physicals and health education to
designated classifications.
- Directs and/or performs the administration of medical surveillance exams
for public safety employees.
- Establishes and monitors all aspects of clinical operations throughout the
City.
- Confirms drug test results for employees with driving requirements in the
role of City’s Medical Review Officer.
- Provides medical direction and consultation to the City’s Wellness
Program, Ergonomics Program, Return-to-Work Program, Emergency Medical
Services and to medical personnel.
- Consults with existing departments in the control of infection and blood
borne pathogens.
- Directs or performs medical surveillance examinations regarding audiometry,
vision, pulmonary, PPD, asbestos levels, respirator use, and general
workplace hazards.
- Directs the tracking and maintenance of records of "at risk" and
Cal/OSHA mandated surveillance employees.
- Facilitates and monitors injured employees return to work.
- Monitors and reports on activities governed by medically related state and
federal regulations.
- Coordinates activities with the City’s Safety officer regarding the
general reduction of injury, illness, and workers’ compensation claims.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This position reports to the Deputy Director of Human Resources and is
distinguished by its full executive responsibility for the planning, organizing,
and direction of a comprehensive occupational medical services plan.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures of occupational
medicine.
- Knowledge of CAL/OSHA and other relevant governmental laws.
- Knowledge of State laws regarding workers’ compensation for illness and
injury.
- Ability to make effective oral presentations.
- Ability to prepare accurate, clear, and concise reports for the public,
City employees, City Management, and City Council.
Competency Knowledges, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of the occupational health risks of police and fire and other City
personnel.
- Knowledge of general administrative procedures and occupations.
- Ability to have effective interpersonal relationships with a diverse
workforce.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks at one time and work within a team.
Experience
- Experience in occupational medicine.
Licenses and Certificates
- Possession of a California Medical License.
- Board Certified in Occupational Health for Medical Director.
- Board Certified in Family Practice or Internal Medicine with occupational
medicine experience for other physicians.
Date Established: 11/00
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