Medical Consultant-Public Health Services-26416204PHS

About the Department

The County of San Diego is accepting applications for the position of

MEDICAL CONSULTANT 

The Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) is looking for a Board-Certified physician for the position of Medical Consultant. Under general direction, the Medical Consultant will perform a variety of duties necessary for the identification, diagnosis, and control of communicable diseases within the population. This position works closely with the medical and laboratory community, institutional settings, or hospital infection control practitioners. 

The current vacancy is in Public Health Services; however, the eligible list established from this recruitment may also be used to fill vacancies in other HHSA departments.

• Job Offer and Background Process begins week of June 15, 2026. Note: Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening.  
• Pre-employment Medical Screening: Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results
• Anticipated Start Date: Start date will be based upon successful completion of medical screening or other mutually agreed upon date 

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will be a Physician licensed by the Medical Board of California who takes pride in being a recognized leader in medical, public health, and healthcare administration fields, and is comfortable consulting on clinical cases from internal and external providers as well as treating patients in clinic. The candidate thrives when working with a diverse team of professionals and staff to accomplish common goals and is a highly effective communicator; can address sensitive public health issues with staff, customers, media, and community groups, and has a passion for working with under-served communities to address local and global health issues. Additionally, this candidate will have a track record of successfully reaching out and establishing relationships with community leaders and organizations and is a problem solver, team builder, and strategic thinker. Exceptional political and organizational acumen are also essential. Experience in healthcare-associated infections and a broad understanding of opioid misuse, including its public health impacts and related surveillance, are desired but not required.  
 

Well qualified candidates will have completed a formal training program for a specialty, as approved by the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association or possess a certification or eligibility for certification by an American Specialty Board.  Internal medicine, family medicine, or preventive medicine are preferred.  A valid license to practice medicine in the State of California must be maintained throughout employment in this class and is required at the time of appointment.

1. Possession of a valid license to practice medicine in the State of California is required prior to appointment and must be maintained throughout employment; AND,  
2. Possession of a Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic (D.O.) degree from an accredited medical school, an institution recognized or approved by the Medical Board of California, or an Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) certificate; AND,  
3. One (1) year of post-graduate experience that includes exposure to a broad range of medical diagnostic and treatment problems, including those of the desired specialty.

• Some positions may require applicants to possess additional medical certifications or to be eligible for the certification examination by a specified Board as evidenced by written statement from the secretary of that Board.  Examples include: the American Board of Internal Medicine, the American Board of Family Medicine, the American Board of Preventive Medicine, the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine, or the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians.

As part of the County of San Diego’s pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position. Current County employees may be excluded from this process.

Strategic Plan

The County of San Diego and its employees embrace the vision of: a just, sustainable, and resilient future for all. Our values include: integrity, equity, access, belonging, excellence, and sustainability. Each of which are infused throughout our operations. While also embracing a mission of strengthening our communities with innovative, inclusive, and data driven services through a skilled and supported workforce. Click here for more information on our Strategic Plan (sandiegocounty.gov)

Disaster Service Worker

Under California Government Code Sections 3100 - 3109, public employees are designated as disaster service workers. The term "public employees" includes all persons employed by the state or any county, city, state agency, or public district. Disaster service workers are required to participate in such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their employer or by law.

Diversity & Inclusion

The County of San Diego is committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion because our diverse workforce is our greatest asset and our customers are our number one priority.