Under administrative direction of the Health Officer, this position is responsible for overseeing the development and evaluation of standards of medical care throughout the agency, provides medical direction to the department’s personnel and environmental staff, and advises the Health Officer in matters of medical policy. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with representatives of professional societies and health agencies at the local, state and federal level to insure the compliance of the County’s various health programs with national and statewide medical guidelines.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinates and directs medical/public health oriented programs, including the development, implementation and review of medical standing orders and assists the Health Officer in planning, developing, and administering the medical/public health operations of the Department.
• Assists the Health Officer in establishing public health program priorities, procedures and practices.
• Assists in the enforcement of state laws and local regulations pertaining to public health.
• Develops, implements, and periodically reviews program medical policies, procedures, and standing orders.
• Consults with and advises public health professionals, and employees on public health medical and policy matters.
• Identifies public health needs and manages the delivery of public health services to the community.
• Provides leadership in policy development and coordination of the provision of health care services on a community-wide basis.
• Participates in planning activities and support for Emergency Preparedness and Bioterrorism events.
• Provides overall direction for physicians, nurses and other health professionals in local health department programs relative to medical policies and procedures.
• Ensures competent clinicians are available to provide necessary services in clinic settings.
• Provides expert medical direction in disease, illness, and environmental harm control. Act under the direction of the Health Officer in times of a disaster utilizing medical expertise.
• Represents the department on various local and state committees and special task forces.
• Acts as medical liaison to other local health departments, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, health systems and other providers, and local medical societies.
• Provides public health medical consultation to various Department programs and agencies, as required.
• Mandatory participation in orientation and training for basic public health emergency preparedness and response concepts.
• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

The Medical Director works under the general supervision of the Public Health Officer, the Advisory Board of Health, the County Board of Commissioners in accordance with the Michigan Public Health Code, MCL 333.2431.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position does not have any direct supervisory responsibilities.

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, EDUCATION:

• Meets the minimum requirements established by the administrative rules and regulations pursuant to the Michigan Public Health Code, 1978, PA 368, as amended, as it relates to a Medical Director as shown below:
  • Current license in the State of Michigan as a Medical Doctor (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.), and compliance with one (1) of the following:
    • Board certified in preventive medicine or public health.
    • Possess a Masters of Public Health (MPH) or Master of Science in Public Health, (MSPH) degree with a minimum of two (2) years of full-time public health practice experience.
• Approval of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services as required by Michigan’s Public Health Code
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of public health administration, the techniques of program planning, program development and program evaluation, working knowledge of statistics and budget administration.
• Knowledge of emerging issues and strategies related to public health programs and services and public health policy.
• Knowledge of and interpret applicable federal, state and local regulations. Develop, apply and explain department and County procedure and policies. Plan and coordinate work staff activities, prioritize, instruct, set deadlines, objectives, measure success, and make recommendations and resolve issues. Methods of research, planning, conducting and implementing major studies or projects. Design and recommend new forms, reports or procedures. Ability to understand and work in complex data processing system, analyze data and exercise sound financial judgment.
• Analyze administrative problems, evaluate alternatives and implement sound solutions. Prepare and present reports, speeches or training programs to groups. Provide training and guidance in handling difficult or complex problems or resolving escalated complaints or disputes. Work independently with limited direct supervision. Coordinate activities with other departments.
• Writing, reading, mathematical principles; proficient computer skills-Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook; exercise sound judgment and decision making in accordance with policies and procedures; ability to research and problem solve independently; knowledge of County operations and functions; ability to prioritize and time manage; handle stressful situations, provide effective and friendly customer service; support the County's mission and values; ability to think critically where necessary.
• Knowledge or understanding of basic administrative tasks: operate standard office equipment; document management; prepare and maintain records, various correspondences and reports; answer general inquiries and refer as necessary; answer telephone calls, attend meetings,
• Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently with management, co-workers and clients; obtain and communicate accurate information; apply common sense understanding to complex instructions and respond accordingly; communicate complex ideas through graphs, charts, presentations, reports or other professional correspondence.

ESSENTIAL ABILITIES FOR ALL ST. CLAIR COUNTY JOB CLASSIFICATIONS;

• Ability to demonstrate predictable, reliable, and timely attendance.
• Ability to read, write & communicate in English; follow written and verbal instruction and understand basic mathematics and figure checking.
• Ability to interpret and apply procedures, rules, technical information, instructions, manuals to complete tasks accurately and on schedule.
• Ability to learn from directions, observations, and mistakes; and apply procedures using good judgment.
• Ability to use discretion and maintain sensitive and confidential information.
• Ability to work independently or part of a team; ability to interact appropriately with others such as County officials, employees, vendors and the general public.
• Ability to work under supervision, receiving instructions/feedback, coaching/counseling and/or action/discipline.
• Adaptability to change in the work environment, managing competing demands and ability to deal with frequent changes, delays or unexpected events.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services including customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction
• Proficient skills using Microsoft Office programs including, but not limited to: Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook required. Proficiency may be tested.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Prior to starting employment, the candidate must complete a satisfactory background check. The background check is understood to encompass all forms of pre-employment screening, including but not limited to: drug screen, physical, criminal background, driving record, sex offender registry, education, training and licensing verification, employment history, credit check, and professional and personal references.
• Must possess a valid State of Michigan operator license and maintain this license throughout employment in this position.
• Required to report to duty when called upon in the event of a Public Health Emergency regardless of declaration.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without accommodations. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Speak to others to convey information effectively.
• Read, interpret and understand procedures, rules, technical information, instructions and manuals.
• Hear and understand information presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Specific vision requirement includes close vision, distance vision, color and depth perception.
• Use hands to operate a computer, handle materials and operate equipment.
• Push or pull carts, reach with hands and arms forward, above and below shoulder level.
• Lift, move or carry objects, equipment and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Sit, bend, stoop, crouch, crawl and kneel in an ergonomically correct manner.
• Stand and walk, climb stairs.
• Normal office hours are from 8:00 a.m. through 4:30 p.m.
• Generally works in a normal office environment.
• The noise level in the work environment is moderate with many interruptions.
• Due to the nature of the work hours may include overtime, evenings or weekends.
• Position may require frequent travel for training, various County departments and community events.
• The employee frequently works in areas where universal precautions and confrontation avoidance techniques are required, and is occasionally exposed to risk from bodily fluids or client actions.

Disclaimer: The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job requirements or duties performed. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: It is the policy of St. Clair County not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability that does not prevent performing essential job functions or because he or she is a protected veteran.