RESIDENT PHYSICIAN 2406

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

Under supervision, an employee in this class assists in delivering medical services to the community. This may entail physical examinations, immunizations, validating working papers, prescribing medicine, diagnosing cases, interpreting various physiological tests, administering treatment or maintaining clinical surveillance of patients. The period of internship in this title shall not exceed one (1) year. The employee exercises some independent judgement, initiative and action. Work is subject to review by a professional supervisor through conferences and progress reports. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Performs physical examinations on patients in health centers, the jail or related health care facilities, diagnoses existing medical conditions and prescribes appropriate treatment under the supervision of a senior medical staff person;

Administers immunizations, evaluates laboratory and radiological findings, performs preplacement and periodic physical examinations and conducts instruction seminars for nurses and other physicians;

Instructs individuals and organizations in methods to preserve health and prevent disease;

Supervises and instructs a small nursing and clerical staff;

Assists in preparing and evaluating various physiological tests such as X-ray, fluoroscope, blood, urine and liver.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of general medicine; thorough knowledge in making diagnoses and prescribing medicine and treatment; ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written instructions; ability to instruct interns and nurses in methods of medical treatment; ability to maintain a sympathetic attitude to geriatric and institutional problems; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Possession of a license to practice medicine in the State of New York.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

Depending upon assignment, candidates may be required to be credentialed by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services’ Compliance Bureau Credentialing Committee, and maintain this credential throughout employment in the assignment.

R03/20/12

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Non-Competitive