Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications : Open Competitive : Possession of a license and current registration to practice medicine in New York State, and successful completion of a residency training program in a medical specialty approved by the ACGME.
Current Medical Specialist 1
Eligible for 70.1 transfer by way of current permanent status in a title
deemed comparable to Medical Specialist 1, by the Department of Civil
Service
Duties Description PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
Obtains, reviews, updates, and records individual information, such as medical histories, test results, diagnoses, prescribed treatments, and individual responses;
and clarifies information with individuals as needed.
Conducts physical examinations; orders, performs, and interprets diagnostic tests and procedures; determines and / or confirms diagnoses;
and treats a variety of specialized medical conditions.
Prescribes and / or administers treatments, medications, therapies, vaccinations, and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury;
conducts follow-up examinations and monitors individuals? condition, modifying treatment as needed.
- Collaborates with other health care professionals and disciplines to achieve treatment goals and objectives, and ensure continuity of care.
- Explains and discusses procedures, test results, diagnoses, and prescribed treatments with individuals, families, and caregivers; and answers questions.
- Refers individuals to other health care providers based on diagnostic and treatment needs.
- Participates in discharge planning and works collaboratively with other providers and disciplines as needed to facilitate medical follow-up after discharge.
- Maintains medical documentation consistent with agency, State, and federal requirements.
- Supervises individual care activities, and prescribes, orders, and oversees the administration of treatments.
- Consults with and advises other Medical Specialists, physicians, medical providers, and health care disciplines on diagnoses and treatment plans;
and reviews and approves treatment recommendations.
- Provides clinical supervision, guidance, and training to other medical professionals, nursing, and direct care staff; and monitors the coordination and implementation of care.
- Reviews individual records to confirm diagnoses, and / or ensure that treatments are appropriate for diagnoses and that records are properly maintained.
- May assign individuals and individual care activities to other Medical Specialists, physicians, and / or medical providers;
approve leave and track time and attendance; and complete performance evaluations.
- Functions as a member of an interdisciplinary treatment team, attends meetings, and serves on various committees and workgroups to improve individual services and outcomes.
- Assists in the development, implementation, and revision of clinical policies and procedures.
- May develop, implement, and / or supervise residency training programs and specialized health care and treatment education programs.
- Other duties as assigned.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.