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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania State Police Medical Officer in Pennsylvania
State Police Medical Officer
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State Police Medical Officer
Salary
$191,082.00 - $240,177.00 Annually
Location
Dauphin County, PA
Job Type
Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job Number
CS-2024-85828-37900
Department
Pennsylvania State Police
Division
SP Bur Trng Ed
Opening Date
06/12/2024
Closing Date
6/25/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
37900
Position Number
00121449
Union
Non union
Bargaining Unit
T3
Pay Group
DR04
Bureau / Division Code
00207100
Bureau / Division
Bureau of Training and Education, Basic Training Division
Worksite Address
175 East Hersheypark Drive
City
Hershey, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
17033
Contact Name
PSP Human Resource Civilian Placement
Contact Email
RA-SPSPCIVILPLCMT@pa.gov
Description
Benefits
Questions
THE POSITION
Are you a qualified physician who would like to use your professional skills as a State Police Medical Officer? If so, the Pennsylvania State Police wants to hear from you! This position performs a variety of professional medical and administrative duties in the selection of applicants, determinations for limited duty and fitness for duty, and development of medical related Pennsylvania State Police protocols and policies. This is a rewarding and fascinating career so join us and enjoy the benefits of a distinguished career with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a State Police Medical Officer, you evaluate incumbent trainees to diagnose illnesses and injuries. You prescribe and direct appropriate medical care and treatment and oversee rehabilitation for injured or ill trainees or refer individuals to medical specialists. You also review medical records of employment candidates, assess each individual’s ability to perform the requirements of a particular position, and make recommendations relative to a candidate’s medical appropriateness for appointment or necessary medical follow-up. In addition, you examine all work-related disability and Heart and Lung Act claims by evaluating injury reports, medical reports, and job requirements. You recommend independent medical examinations and communicate with physicians and specialists regarding examination objectives and results and provide recommendations and coordinating parallel care, if indicated.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD_NEOGOV.asp?p=00121449) .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment, 37.5-hour work week
Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday, with 30-minute lunch.
Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $191,082.00 (before taxes).
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- Completion of an approved U.S. residency training program in the medical specialty of family practice, internal medicine, or occupational medicine; three years of professional medical experience; and Board Certification by the American Board of Medical Specialties or the American Osteopathic Boards of Family Practice, Internal Medicine, or Occupational Medicine .
Special Requirements:
All candidates must possess a current unrestricted license to practice medicine in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine or the Pennsylvania State Board of Osteopathic Medicine.
All candidates must possess a current Controlled Substance Registration Certificate issued by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration for prescribing scheduled medication.
Post Employment Requirement:
- All candidates must possess a current Federal Aviation Administration certification as an Aviation Medical Examiner within one year of appointment.
Other Requirements:
PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) is currentlywaivedfor this title.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements:
- You must pass criminal history and background investigation.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov .
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
You must provide complete and accurate information or:
your score may be lower than deserved.
you may be disqualified.
You may only apply/test oncefor this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
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You must complete the supplemental question(s) below. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental question(s). Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental question(s) is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty.
Read the question(s) carefully. Determine and select the option that most closely represents your highest level of experience/training/certification. The option you choose must be clearly supported if requested.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.
If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) .
Yes
02
Do you possess a current unrestricted license to practice medicine in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine or the Pennsylvania State Board of Osteopathic Medicine?
Yes
No
03
If you answered 'yes' to the question above, please provide your state license number and expiration date in the text box below. If you answered 'no' to the question above, please type NA in the text box below.
04
Do you possess a current Controlled Substance Registration Certificate issued by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration for prescribing scheduled medication?
Yes
No
05
If you answered YES to the above question, please provide your certificate number and expiration date in the text box below. Upload a copy of the certificate using the Attachment tab. If you answered NO, please type N/A if the text box below.
06
Have you successfully completed an approved U.S. residency training program in the medical specialty of family practice, internal medicine, or occupational medicine?
Yes
No
07
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
08
Do you possess three or more years of full-time professional medical experience
Yes
No
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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
10
Do you possess board certification by the American Board of Medical Specialties or the American Osteopathic Boards of Family Practice, Internal Medicine, or Occupational Medicine?
Yes
No
11
If you answered YES to the above question, please provide your certificate number and expiration date in the text box below. Upload a copy of the certificate using the Attachment tab. If you answered NO, please type N/A if the text box below.
Required Question
Agency
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov