Clinic Physician Supervisor

Apply by 6/26/20 for next application review

Recruitment #19-337170-01

Introduction

Health is all about people – where they live, learn, work and play.

Family health services logo with people holding handsThe mission of Family Health Services (FHS) is to provide superior, comprehensive, primary medical and dental care in order to improve the health and quality of life of Solano County residents. We have a special commitment to the uninsured, low-income, and medically underserved. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), we are a safety net provider. To support our mission, FHS offers four conveniently located clinics in Fairfield, Vacaville, and Vallejo and mobile medical and dental vans in which we provide primary care and dental services. The outpatient primary care clinics see patients five days a week, with some weekend and evening hours offered.

Our Services: We understand that our services need to be as diverse as the population that we serve. To accommodate this diversity, we provide services including:

• Full family-centered medical care
• Well child visits & immunizations
• STD/HIV testing & treatment
• Work/School/Sports physicals
• Women’s health services
• Behavioral health care
• Diabetic screening & treatment
• Family centered dental care

To learn more about Family Health Services, please visit: http://www.solanocounty.com/depts/ph/fhs/default.asp

THE POSITION

The Clinic Physician Supervisor supervises Clinic Physicians and Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistants in the performance of their clinical duties in a Primary Care Clinic which is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). The incumbent develops, leads and directs medical services provided by those supervised as well as the Quality Improvement Program, and also provides direct medical care as a Clinic Physician.  Serving as a member of the department's management/supervisory team, the Clinic Physician Supervisor assists management in the establishment, maintenance and review of medical policies and procedures for clinical services and ensures that the clinic meets medically-related regulatory and legal requirements.

The ideal candidate will have the skill and ability to:

  • Accurately apply current medical practices
  • Effectively coordinate  with non-County medical systems such as the Kaiser Medical System and the California State Prison
  • Provide medical consultation with a variety of personnel in other County organizations such as mental health clinics, jails, and child welfare services
  • Integrate complex medical-legal issues with clinic practices and procedures

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Training and Experience:

Medical Degree (Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO)) from an accredited college or university; AND

Successful completion of a Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Preventive Medicine or equivalent residency program that is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME); AND

Two years of professional level experience in a clinical/medical practice performing responsible patient evaluations and treatment of clients from diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds.

Note: Additional education or training in public health services, public administration and/or clinic management is desirable.

Other Requirements:

Current and active license to practice medicine in the State of California issued by the Board of Medical Examiners; AND

Possession of a valid certification by a specialty board in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Preventive Medicine or equivalent that is recognized by the American Medical Association or the American Osteopathic Association; AND

Valid and current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) license; AND

Class C California Driver's License.

To view the job description for this position, please visit: 
http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=12884

BENEFITS/ WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

Solano County offers a cafeteria-style medical package with health benefits, offered through CalPERS. The County contribution for family coverage for the 2019 calendar year is $1,498.09 per month. The County offers a cash back provision for those who choose employee-only or who waive medical insurance coverage. The County may offer a supplemental contribution for employees enrolled in Employee plus Two or More coverage.

Dental and vision insurances for the employee and eligible dependents are paid 100% by the County.   

Solano County participates in CalPERS retirement and contributes to Social Security.    

The County observes 12 fixed, paid holidays per year.    

Vacation is accrued at approximately 10 days per year for the first 3 years.

Sick leave accrues at approximately 12 days per year.

Effective July 1 of each year, 80 hours of administrative leave is granted.

Employees are eligible to receive an additional 2.5% longevity pay, per level, after the completion of continuous service at 10, 20, 25, 30 and 35 years.

To view the benefits for a  regular position, please visit:

http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=16483 

Extra-help employees who work less than 29 hours per week do not typically receive or accrue benefits of regular employees during their period of employment. All extra-help employees accrue .034 hours of Paid Time Off for every full hour worked.

To view the benefits for an extra-help position, please visit:

http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=21216

CULTURE OF LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT

Solano County is committed to “Invest In and For the Future” by providing training resources to encourage employee professional development and growth within our organization. While employed with Solano County, employees have the opportunity to pursue their career goals, interests, and develop the competencies on the Solano County Leadership Development Model by participating in the following programs:

• Tuition Reimbursement Program 
• Annual Education Fair 
• County Mentoring Program 
• Leadership Academy 
• Supervisory Trainings 
• Skill Development Trainings 
• Self-paced learning opportunities 

SELECTION PROCESS

10/11/19 – 5:00pm Deadline to submit application and any required documents for first application review.

06/26/20 – 5:00pm Deadline to submit application and any required documents for next application review.

Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a supplemental questionnaire assessment, a written and/or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant’s ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted. These provisions are subject to change.

RETIREES - Solano County invites all qualified candidates to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees.

HOW TO APPLY

Please visit the County of Solano website, www.jobsatsolanocounty.com, to apply. Applications must be submitted through the JobAps system. Paper copies of applications are not accepted. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (degree/transcripts, certificates, DD-214 if applicable, ADA Accommodation Request) must be submitted with the Document Cover Sheet, available on the employment website: https://jobapscloud.com/Solano/sup/doccover.pdf or at the Department of Human Resources’ office, and are due by the application review date.

Previously submitted application materials (i.e. copies of diploma and/or transcripts, etc.) for prior recruitments will not be applied for this recruitment but must be re-submitted for this recruitment.

Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources at (707) 784-6170 or at 675 Texas Street, Suite 1800 Fairfield 94533. The office is open Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. EOE/AA

Please note that all dates/times listed in the job announcement are Pacific Time.

DOCUMENT SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

A Medical Degree, license and certifications are required for this position. All applicants are encouraged to submit the following by the application review deadline:

  • Medical Degree (MD or DO) from an accredited college or university
  • Current and active license to practice medicine in the State of California issued by the Board of Medical Examiners
  • Valid certification by a specialty board in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Preventive Medicine or equivalent that is recognized by the American Medical Association or American Osteopathic Association
  • Valid and current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) license

However, proof of these requirements must be submitted prior to appointment.

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: Candidates who attended a college or university that is accredited by a foreign or non-U.S. accrediting agency must have their educational units evaluated by an educational evaluation service. The result must be submitted to the Human Resources Department no later than the close of the recruitment. Please contact the local college or university to learn where this service can be obtained.

How to Submit Your Documents

In addition to uploading attachments when applying online, candidates may submit documents in-person or by mail at Solano County Department of Human Resources 675 Texas Street, Suite 1800, Fairfield CA 94533, by fax to (707) 784-3424, or by email to recruitment@solanocounty.com. When submitting documents in-person, by mail or by fax, include the recruitment title (Clinic Physician Supervisor) and the recruitment number (19-337170-01). If submitting documents by email include the recruitment title and recruitment number in the subject field.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Incumbents will be subject to chemicals, blood, and other body fluids. 

Incumbents may also be subject to hazardous physical conditions such as mechanical parts and vibration; atmospheric conditions such as fumes and odors; and environmental conditions such as disruptive people.

Independent travel is required.

Candidates for employment must, as a condition of employment, sign a statement agreeing to comply with Section 11166 of the California Penal Code relating to child abuse reporting.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT

It is the policy of Solano County that all employment decisions and personnel policies will be applied equally to all County employees and applicants and be based upon the needs of County service, job related merit, and ability to perform the job.

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES: Qualified individuals with a disability, who are able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, and need an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment/testing/examination process (as detailed in the “Selection Process”), must complete the following Request for Testing Accommodation by Applicants with Disabilities Form: http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?BlobID=23215.

This form must be received in the Human Resources Department by the application review deadline of the recruitment. Applicants will be contacted to discuss the specifics of the request.

SOLANO COUNTY

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OUR COMMUNITY

Solano County is the ideal place to live, learn, work and play…  The America's Promise Alliance has named Solano County as one of the 100 Best Communities for Young People for six straight yearsthe only California community with that distinction.

·         Live – Solano County as well as cities within the County have ranked in the top 15 hottest markets across the country and within the Bay Area due to prime location and affordability.

·         Learn Higher education abounds! Within the County, education choices include: Solano Community College, CSU Maritime Academy, Brandman University, and Touro University. Bordering our County is the renowned University of California Davis.

·         Work The blend of agriculture, corporate business and pleasant lifestyle enhance the attraction of Solano County. Blessed with a thriving agricultural economy, the county is also home to biotechnology and other growth industries.

·         Play - Situated midway between San Francisco and Sacramento—the State capitol, Solano County is home to rolling hillsides, waterfronts and fertile farmland. County residents can enjoy day trips to the San Francisco Bay area, Lake Tahoe region and the Napa and Sonoma Valleys.

County Population (2018): 439,793

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.  

SOLANO COUNTY IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER