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Job Description
The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description Acute Care Hospitals and Diagnostic & Treatment Centers. Provider oversight is conducted via periodic licensing/certification surveys and complaint investigations, as well as review of Certificate of Need (CON) applications for new services or changes to services. The Senior Sanitarian is responsible for participating in the survey, complaint investigation and CON review process by applying knowledge and expertise of various fire, sanitation, and safety codes. A primary focus of the Senior Sanitarian is application of Life Safety Code and other related National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) fire safety codes. Surveillance of the providers is accomplished through direct observation, interviews and record review. The focus of this surveillance is on the systems which assure quality care delivery and patient safety. Respond to public health emergencies as directed. The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy.
Minimum Qualifications Permanent Transfer Candidates:
Current NYS DOH employee with permanent status as a Senior Sanitarian, G-18. Non-competitive via
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A bachelor's degree including or supplemented by 30 qualifying semester credit hours in animal science, biochemical engineering, biochemistry, biological sciences, biology, biophysics, chemical engineering, chemical science, chemistry, civil engineering technology, conservation biology, earth science, ecohydrology, electrical engineering, electrical science, emergency management, engineering science, engineering technology, environmental biology, environmental engineering, environmental health, environmental science, environmental studies, fire science, geochemistry, geology, health physics, health science, industrial hygiene, mechanical engineering, medical science, medical technology, microbiology, natural sciences, nursing, occupational health, occupation health and safety, physical science, physics, pre-med, structural engineering, toxicology, water resources engineering, water resource management, and water resources AND two years of experience in environmental health protection defined as conducting inspections to determine compliance with federal, state, or local environmental laws, regulations, and established public health standards, OR experience in the identification and notification of public health environmental hazards and the development of methods to eliminate or control such hazards and/or the spread of disease and other environmental factors impacting the heath of individuals and/or the public, such as in hospitals and long term care facilities.
Substitution:
A master's degree in a related field can substitute for one year of experience; and a doctorate in a related field can substitute for two years of experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Surveillance experience, knowledge of State and Federal regulations applicable to Hospitals and Diagnostic and Treatment Centers and familiarity with New York State facility licensure and surveillance activities and the New York State Certificate of Need (CON) process. Strong written, oral, problem solving and interpersonal communication skills. Additionally the ideal candidate must have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with all internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate must have excellent writing and editing skills. Additional comments regarding the vacancy. Additional Comments Frequent travel, including overnights and travel to areas that may not be served by public transportation is required. This position is part of the
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program. No examination is required. This position may require travel throughout New York State including overnights to areas not served by public transportation. We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including: Holiday & Paid Time Off Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Pension from New York State Employees' Retirement System Shift & Geographic pay differentials Affordable Health Care options Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost NYS Deferred Compensation plan Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds And many more... The NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Understanding health equity, social determinants of health and health disparities is critical to accomplish our goal of eliminating health disparities. For more information on the NYS Department of Health's Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit: https://health.ny.gov/commissioner/index.htm If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact by phone 518-486-1812 or email doh.sm.reasonable.accommodation@health.ny.gov to make a request. NYS Department of Health does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications. For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
