Clinical Quality

Job Description And Duties
Why Join DHCS?

The Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) is the backbone of California's health care safety net. Our success is made possible by the hard work of more than 4,800 DHCS team members and through collaboration with the federal government and other state agencies, counties, and partners for the care of low-income families, children, pregnant women, older adults, and persons with disabilities. This is an exciting opportunity to join our diverse team in the following role. If you are interested in joining our team, apply today

About this Role:

DHCS is looking for a qualified candidate passionate about leading a team of clinical staff to improve the quality of care and reduce health disparities in the Medi-Cal program. The Medical Consultant II (Supervisor) serves as the Section Chief over a team of Nurse Consultants, Medical Consultants, and a Consulting Psychologist, designing and driving forward high-impact improvement strategies. DHCS is particularly interested in candidates with expertise in the clinical areas of behavioral health, child health, and/or maternal health. DHCS is also interested in candidates with real-world experience in quality improvement and who have demonstrated the ability to make positive change in complex environments in healthcare.

This role designs and drives high-impact improvement strategies and facilitates collaboratives to positively impact Medi-Cal members, via leadership of a team of clinical QI staff. The MC II (S) collaborates with internal DHCS divisions and external stakeholders to align strategies, spread and scale best practices, and promote system-wide improvements. They also contribute to key departmental policies and publications and lead the planning and facilitation of statewide meetings with health plans.

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This position is subject to the Department's Conflict of Interest Code and filing a Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700) when assuming office, annually while in office, and upon leaving office.

This is a statewide recruitment, and the position may be located in the following locations: Sacramento, San Francisco, Richmond, Fresno, Los Angeles, Santa Ana, Rancho Cucamonga, Burbank or San Diego.

This advertisement is posted as until filled. Applications will be reviewed on the second and fourth Monday of each month, and selections can be made. If a Monday falls on a holiday, then the deadline to apply will be extended to the next day.

You will find additional information about the job in the
Duty Statement
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Working Conditions
Please see the Telework and Salary Information section below for telework, reporting location, and temporary statewide salary reduction details.

Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• MEDICAL CONSULTANT II, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-

Position #(s):

Working Title:
Clinical Quality & Health Equity Performance Improvement Section Chief
Classification:
MEDICAL CONSULTANT II, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES

$14, $19,790.00 A

$14, $20,259.00 C

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:
Multiple

Work Location:
United States

Telework:
Hybrid

Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information
DHCS' purpose is to provide equitable access to quality health care leading to a healthy California for all.

DHCS is a dynamic organization with ambitious goals and talented, committed employees. We work hard every day to fulfill our vital responsibility to support the delivery of quality health care to Californians. DHCS is committed to addressing disparities within our organization and in our communities through efforts toward greater diversity, equity, and inclusion. This is accomplished, in part, by a commitment toward employing a diverse workforce that reflects the many communities we serve, and by promoting and enforcing equal employment opportunity.

Take a look at some of DHCS' recent projects and happenings that our Department has accomplished in the DHCS Newsroom .

Special Requirements
Simple Application Steps

If you are interested in this position, complete the following simple steps:

• Review the education and experience minimum qualifications (MQ's) of the Medical Consultant II Minimum Qualifications . See the Minimum Requirements section above.
• Complete the statement of qualifications and the state application by clicking "Apply Now" above. See below for detailed application instructions.
• Submit your application package with all required documents, which include the statement of qualifications - see the "Required Application Package Documents" section below.
• Once you have applied, take the Medical Consultant II CalCareers Examination.

If using education to meet classification MQ pattern:

Education: If you are meeting minimum qualifications with education, you must include a copy of your diploma/degree and/or unofficial/informal transcripts for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment.

Statement Of Qualifications Requirement Section
Applicants must include a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for this recruitment. The SOQ is a narrative discussion prepared by the applicant describing how their skills, knowledge, abilities, education, training, and experience, qualify them for the position. The DHCS may not consider applicants who fail to provide an SOQ with their application. Resumes do not take the place of the SOQ.

The SOQ must be no more than two pages in length, single-spaced and using 12-point font. You must indicate your Full Name and Job Control Number at the top right corner.

Candidates who do not complete and submit an SOQ may not be considered for this position.

• Explain your background and experience in quality improvement, including both formal training and real-world application.
• Provide examples of your leadership background and skills, including leading a multidisciplinary team towards a goal, that make you an ideal candidate for this role.
• Describe one or more professional experiences in which you navigated a complex landscape to drive positive change.

Position requires the employee to have and maintain a valid California Medical License.

Application Instructions
Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: Until Filled

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral