California Department of Public Health

The California Department of Public Health is hiring for multiple positions within our Center for Preparedness and Response (CPR)! CPR focuses on planning, training, and coordinating efforts to respond effectively to public health emergencies. CPR develops strategies, conducts exercises, and provides guidance to ensure readiness for various health threats, from infectious diseases to natural disasters. If you’re interested in playing a crucial role in safeguarding public health by strengthening the state’s ability to respond efficiently to emergencies, we encourage you to apply! Center of Preparedness and Response positions on CalCareers: https://lnkd.in/dKhKqZ2C #publichealth #emergencypreparedness #california #emergencyresponse

The California Department of Public Health is hiring for a Medical Consultant I, Department of Health Services in the Center for Health Care Quality! The Center for Health Care Quality (CHCQ) is responsible for ensuring health care facilities comply with state laws and regulations. In addition, CHCQ cooperates with CMS to ensure that facilities accepting Medicare and Medi-Cal (in California, Medicaid is referred to as Medi-Cal) payments meet federal requirements. CHCQ also oversees the certification of nurse assistants, home health aides, hemodialysis technicians, and the licensing of nursing home administrators. If you’re interested in aiding in the development of policies and standards relative to the department's programs related to health care and health care facilities, we encourage you to apply! Note, a valid California Medical License is required. This vacancy is being advertised in Bakersfield County and Fresno County; the position’s headquarters will be in the county nearest to the selected candidate’s residence. Link to apply: https://lnkd.in/gVeFaVGB Job Control: JC-446972 Working Title: Medical Consultant Center/Division/Office: Center for Health Care Quality Location: Statewide #publichealth #california #healthcare #medical

Stay tuned for a big announcement next Wednesday, September 18! At CDPH, our mission is to advance the health & well-being of California's diverse people & communities. We are very excited to share this next step as we move forward in serving the diverse communities of California.

We remember. 🕊️ On this day, we honor the lives lost, the heroes who responded, and the resilience of our nation. Let's come together in remembrance and continue to support one another with compassion and unity. ❤️ #NeverForget911 #September11 #911Remembrance

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is currently hiring for a Research Scientist Supervisor II (Epidemiology/Biostatistics) position within our Center for Infectious Diseases! Apply today: https://lnkd.in/gRsyyG3K In this role, you will serve as the California Reportable Disease Information Exchange (CalREDIE) Surveillance Section Chief and coordinate and direct the development of plans, operational procedures, guidelines and recommendations, and education/trainings to improve the data received for communicable disease surveillance. CalREDIE is the statewide surveillance system for infectious diseases, outbreaks, and emergencies. Job Control: JC-448678 Working Title: CalREDIE Surveillance Section Chief Center/Division/Office: Center for Infectious Diseases/Division of Communicable Disease Control Location: Richmond, CA or Sacramento, CA (the position’s headquarters will be in the county nearest to the selected candidate’s residence) #publichealth #hiring #governmentjobs #infectiousdiseases

The California Department of Public Health is hiring for a Research Data Specialist II in the Center for Health Care Quality! The Center for Health Care Quality (CHCQ) is responsible for ensuring health care facilities comply with state laws and regulations. In addition, CHCQ cooperates with CMS to ensure that facilities accepting Medicare and Medi-Cal (in California, Medicaid is referred to as Medi-Cal) payments meet federal requirements. CHCQ also oversees the certification of nurse assistants, home health aides, hemodialysis technicians, and the licensing of nursing home administrators. If you’re interested in supporting and acting as a subject matter expert to staff regarding the development and implementation of performance measures, benchmarks, and the utilization of data management, we encourage you to apply! Note, this is a reposting. If have already applied to JC#433142 you do not need to reapply, your application is on file. Link to apply: https://lnkd.in/gigFm4sK Job Control: JC-448487 Working Title: Facility Data Specialist Center/Division/Office: Center for Health Care Quality Location: Sacramento, CA #publichealth #california #dataanalysis

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is hiring for a Toxicologist (Staff Toxicologist, Specialist) within our Environmental Health Investigations Branch! Apply today: https://lnkd.in/g5MDUMf4 In this role, the toxicologist is tasked with enhancing the capacity to respond to non-infectious illness and injury outbreaks, providing expert guidance on toxicological exposure issues. They develop comprehensive response plans for toxicological incidents in California and stay up-to-date with the latest toxicological research, creating reference materials for investigations. The toxicologist collaborates closely with CDPH laboratory scientists to integrate epidemiological and laboratory data, and they are responsible for developing and reviewing reports and outreach materials. They engage in interdepartmental and interagency collaborations, working with local health departments, the California Environmental Protection Agency, the CDC, and academic partners. Additionally, the toxicologist offers technical expertise for emergency scenarios and preparedness activities, serving as a subject matter expert for CDPH. Job Control: JC-448278 Working Title: Toxicologist Classification: Staff Toxicologist (Specialist) Center/Division/Office: Environmental Health Investigations Branch Location: Richmond, CA #publichealth #hiring #work4ca #laboratory #toxicology #bayareajobs #california

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is hiring for a Governmental Affairs Analyst (Staff Services Analyst) within our Office of Legislative and Governmental Affairs! Apply today: https://lnkd.in/gCQJqBna The Governmental Affairs Analyst will perform analytical staff service assignments for the Office of Legislative and Governmental Affairs (LGA). The incumbent is responsible for coordinating the evaluation of bill related fiscal impacts and managing the budget for LGA. Additionally, this individual will manage Public Records Act (PRA) requests and is responsible for all telecommunication and facility duties. Job Control: JC-447737 Working Title: Governmental Affairs Analyst Center/Division/Office: Office of Legislative Governmental Affairs Location: Sacramento, CA #california #publichealth #legislation

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Happy Labor Day! As we honor workers, we are thankful for all that public health workers have done to improve and protect the health of Californians. CDPH is dedicated to providing resources that help shape positive health outcomes for all. As we enjoy Labor Day, let’s remember to take a deep breath, relax, and take care of our physical and mental health. For more info, visit cdph.ca.gov.