Chief Physician Iii

Incumbents in these positions are licensed physicians who direct the programs and activities of a very large medical organization.

Formulates or assists in formulating overall policies and in planning and directing of programs and activities of a very large and complex medical organization.

Has responsibility for such administrative aspects of the organization's medical program as budget preparation and control, personnel functions, procurement of equipment and supplies, and coordinating of the work with other organizational units and top management of the department.

Assigns, trains, and evaluates medical and related personnel.

Directs or assists in directing the training of interns, resident physicians, and medical and technical students in the work of the organization.

Directs inpatient and outpatient medical services.

Directs the establishment, improvement, or revision of the medical work or procedures of the organization to improve the level of care and service, or the utilization of personnel.

Plans, directs and supervises medical research and the presentation and review of findings.

Represents the department head at meetings involving other County departments, various public or private health agencies and other governmental agencies.

Directs activities of nursing, counseling, laboratory and related medical support personnel.

• Direct the programs and activities of a very large medical organization.
• Formulate overall policies and plan and direct programs and activities.
• Assign, train, and evaluate medical and related personnel.
• Direct inpatient and outpatient medical services.
• Represent the department head at meetings.

• Completion of a residency approved by an American Specialty Board in one or more designated specialties.
• Four years of medical administrative experience.
• California State Physician and Surgeon's Certificate.
• A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation.