Physician /Infectious Diseases

Executive Leadership position in Public Health in California .Come join one of the largest Public Agencies in a Leadership role . Work with a diverse team in an innovative, dynamic and compassionate work environment.About DEC : Domain Experts Corporation (DEC) works with large State Government Agencies, Public agencies , Local government, Oil and Gas, Utilities, Transit, and the Private Sector.We are looking for Assistant Public Health Officer with a focus on TB Control for our large client .To apply - Please send resumes in latest word format to and cc , Reference Assistant Public Health Officer TB Controller in the subject line. Please send us your resume and one of our Principals will contact you to provide more information and guidance on the detailed application process. The Organization offers an Executive Leadership Package combining an excellent pay package with generous benefits . Benefits include CalPERS Pension , generous Leave/ Cash out options , multiple health and tax benefits, Relocation assistance, Employee assistance program, Clipper cards and Professional career development opportunities. Executive Management positions also have additional benefits . For information about benefits, please reach out to us QUALIFICATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIESFOR THE POSITION OF Assistant Public Health Officer Location : California Salary - $174,840 - $247,726 Annually ( D.O.E) + Excellent Benefits.Type : Full time Permanent Hire About the Position Has overall responsibility for the TB Prevention and Control Program. Set the TB Program priorities , direction and strategic initiatives. Will be the spokesperson for the TB prevention and Control program to the media. Essential Functions:Provide expert consultation to the medical community on how to care for persons with active TB disease based on CDC guidelines. Lead TB case conferences with TB case Management team to review cases and advise on treatment plans. Represent the Health officer on all TB related matters. Conduct research on TB related data. Outreach and education regarding prevention, surveillance and reporting. Enforce mandates for prevention of spread of TB disease. Take appropriate measures to stop the spread of TB. Develop and execute TB policies and practices within the Santa Clara county.Will lead the team and will supervise and mentor TB Program managers and staff. Skills and Experience1.Must be a Physician licensed in California and Board Certified in an appropriate medical specialty (e.g., Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, or Family Medicine). 2.Must have at least 3 years of post-residency experience in disease control or public health. Have in-depth knowledge of the transmission of TB, diagnosis and medical management of TB.3.Must have training and administrative experience in the planning and coordination of public health programsKnowledge ofLaws and codes of California Health and Safety code, Public Health Administrative Standards / Practices.Clinical medicine, health care , management and administration.Federal and state laws governing public health programs.Principles of Government organization, public financing and budgeting.Ability toServe as Public Health link to the local medical community and county medical association;Work with a diverse team and communicate effectively.Coordinate with different agencies that impact public health and public policy.Desirable qualifications1.A Master in Public Health or completion of the CDC's Epidemic Intelligence Service, and/or Board Certification in Infectious Diseases or Pulmonary Medicine is highly desirable.