Agency

Division

Job Classification Title

Physician - III A (NS)

Position Number

Grade

MH26

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Description of Work

This is professional medical work in providing advanced or specialized treatment services in a
clinic or unit of an institution or other patient care facility of the state. Employees consistently provide outstanding staff level medical services and are frequently called upon to solve difficult medical problems and to work on special projects. Work may include the guidance and review of work performed by other staff level physicians and may infrequently require employees to fulfill the role of director of the work unit. While work is performed with independent professional responsibility, employees are generally accountable to a non-medical or physician director of the total program.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES PERFORMED
Treats all medical, psychiatric, and neurological problems of assigned patients; evaluates and interprets related reports developed by physicians, psychologists, nurses, social workers, and other professional personnel. Compiles histories of present and past illnesses; reviews available records; performs physical examinations; orders laboratory and x-ray examinations. Assigns duties to subordinates; participates in the training of interns, resident physicians, nurses, and other hospital personnel; reviews completed work for general adequacy and compliance with instructions. Examines new patients or patients with unusual conditions; determines need for and recommends special treatments. Participates in medical conferences and other staff meetings for the presentation and discussion of cases and for general staff development and improvement. Performs related duties as required, as in the case of investigating the appropriate utilization of clinical facilities for patient care.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Recruitment Range: $147,932 - $295,863 Annually

• Thorough knowledge of the theory, principles, and practices of general, preventive medicine and of the techniques involved.

• Thorough knowledge of the practice and theories of the medical specialty or subspecialty to which assigned.

• Thorough knowledge of interpreting laboratory results (including basic x-ray interpretations and evaluation of lab results), clinical data and information relative to the patient’s condition.

• Ability to compile clear and concise notes for patient's charts and to make oral presentations of cases in medical conferences.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associate personnel, patients, and their families, and the general public.

*A Sign-on bonus of $20,000 may be offered to the successful applicant(s) of this posting, contingent on the 2025-2026 Budget Approval.

*Eligibility for Sign-on Bonus

To qualify for the Sign-on Bonus, a newly hired permanent full-time or permanent part-time employee must work 30 to 40 hours per week to be eligible. Those who are eligible and working less than 40 hours a week will receive a prorated rate.

An employee is not eligible for a sign-on bonus if:

· The employee has held a position in the North Carolina State government, including the judicial system, or the University of North Carolina system, within the last 12 months (the employee shall remain ineligible for 12 months from the separation date).

· The employee has previously received a sign-on bonus from any State agency.

· DHHS has paid any contract placement or recruitment fees.

All Sign-on Bonuses are contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire.

This Position Is Exempt And Is EXEMPT From Certain Provisions Of The State Human Resources Act (GS 126).

We Will Be Recruiting For Multiple Positions With This Post. Your Application Will Be Considered For All Noted Open Positions.

Longleaf Neuro-Medical Treatment Center (LNMTC), located in Wilson, NC, is a state-operated certified Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF). With a staff of about 520, LNMTC provides support to approximately 200 residents with complex medical needs and/or co-existing neuro-cognitive disorders.

THIS POSITION IS DESIGNATED MANDATORY AND MUST REPORT OR STAY OVER DURING ADVERSE WEATHEREVENTS OR OTHER EMERGENCIES.

Supplemental Contact Information:

DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. Also, the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy.

Application Process

Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.

· Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.

· Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the

supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the "Work Experience" section of the application, to support your answers.

· If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM on the closing date.

· Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.

· Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members.

Veteran’s and National Guard Preference:

· Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.

· Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.

· Applicants who are former member of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.

ADA Accommodations:

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.

Applicants will be communicated via email only for updates on the status of their application. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Qandeel Murshin Chandler

Recruiter Email:

[email protected]