What are the responsibilities and job description for the MEDICAL CONSULTANT II, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES position at Department of Health Care Services?
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:
If you are motivated to make a difference in people’s lives and lead others in that same goal, there is currently an opportunity to join the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS), Quality and Health Equity Division (QHED) Team.
DHCS has made great strides in our commitment to the important work of advancing high quality, equitable care for Californians. QHED is hiring for staff to lead clinical quality, health equity, and population health work focused on data-driven quality enforcement and clinical quality monitoring.
Within QHED, the Quality & Health Equity Evaluation and Monitoring Branch is responsible for program evaluation and monitoring of DHCS’ efforts to improve health equity and the quality of care our beneficiaries receive. The Quality Enforcement Section is responsible for managing our clinical quality monitoring and enforcement efforts. The MC II (S) will supervise a team consisting of Nurse Evaluators, Medical Consultants, Health Program Specialists, Consulting Psychologist, and Analysts. The MC II (S) will be the clinical lead to develop, amend, communicate, and implement activities to drive improvement in the quality of care delivered throughout the Medi-Cal delivery systems to improve health outcomes and health equity. The MC II (S) will provide support for quality improvement, health equity, and medical policy implementation. The MC II (S) will also serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for quality and equitable practices for all Medi-Cal beneficiaries and support for other QPHM policies, processes, and initiatives as needed.
Have questions and/or need assistance? Contact Recruit@dhcs.ca.gov, we are here to help walk you through the state hiring process!
This position is subject to the Department’s Conflict of Interest Code and requires annual filing of a Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700).
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
Please see the Telework Information section below for telework details.
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.
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
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 these simple steps:
- Review the education and experience minimum qualifications (MQ’s) of the Medical Consultant II, Department of Health Services (7788) - CalHR. See the Minimum Requirements section above.
- Complete the state application by clicking “Apply Now” above. See below for detailed application instructions.
- Submit your application package with all required documents - see the "Required Application Package Documents" section below.
- DHCS recommend taking the Medical Consultant II examination prior to applying. Medical Consultant II (S) examination here: CalCareers
Statement of Qualifications Requirement Section
The SOQ must be typed in 12-point font, single-spaced, on letter-sized paper (8.5" x 11"), and be no more than two pages in length.
Resumes or cover letters will not be accepted as a substitute for the SOQ, and applicants who do not include an SOQ may be disqualified.
- Explain your experience related to data-driven clinical quality monitoring, health equity measurement, quality improvement and leading interdisciplinary teams.
- Provide examples of your ability to effectively work collaboratively with data, program and clinical partners throughout an organization that make you an ideal candidate for this role.
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. 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: 5/7/2025Who May Apply
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:
- Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
- Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
- Other -
Cover Letter: No more than one page, explaining your interest and background relevant to the position. – Addressed to Dr. Sural Shah
- Statement of Qualifications -
Refer to the Statement of Qualifications Requirement Section for instructions.
Desirable Qualifications
Knowledge of:
- Principles and practices of general medicine and preventative medicine, with specific reference to behavioral health, including extensive expertise in addiction medicine and specialty mental health services; the Drug Medi-Cal (DMC), Drug Medi-Cal Organized Delivery System (DMC-ODS), and County Mental Health Plans (MHP) programs; and
- Interrelationships of Federal, State, and local public health laws, regulations, and requirements, particularly as it relates to Medicaid.
- Significant experience in quality measures and development of measurement strategies
- Skills within informatics, data science, statistics, and data visualization
- Lead and serve as a subject matter expert over multiple highly sensitive and high priority programs Department.
- Direct the work of medical consultants and other staff.
- Interpret and apply the medical policies standards, rules, and regulations of the Department’s programs.
- Evaluate the quality and scope of medical services provided by the Medi-Cal Program
- Analyze situations accurately and take effective action.
- Establish and maintain cooperative relations with those contacted in the work; write effectively.
- Speak effectively before professional and lay groups; and contribute to a positive work culture that emphasizes transparency, respect, and support.
Benefits
DHCS is dedicated to creating an innovative workplace for its team members that is inclusive, diverse, and interactive! Here are a few of the ways we stay engaged with our team:
- Continuous and ongoing training
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion program activities
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Additionally, as a team member of the State of California, you may be eligible for many benefits, such as:
- Medical, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid Holidays and vacation/leave
- Defined retirement program
- Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)
- Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
Full benefits information can be found on CalHR's California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary
DHCS 2023-2027 Strategic Plan provides more information about our commitment to serving Californians and organizational excellence.
Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
Peter Min
(916) 954-1306
peter.min@dhcs.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:EEO Officer
(916) 440-7370
civilrights@dhcs.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Telework Information
The DHCS standard for hybrid work is a minimum of two days per week in-person and site-based and up to three teleworking days per week in accordance with DHCS’ Telework Program and Government Code sections 14200 – 14203. This position may be eligible for telework up to five days a week, contingent on operational business needs. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and is subject to change.
The selected candidate will be assigned an available DHCS office closest to their residence prior to their start date. The selected candidate will be required to report to their assigned DHCS office and other DHCS locations as needed.
Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated office and residence, subject to regulations and bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the reporting location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
For a list of possible DHCS office assignment locations, please reference the reporting location document attached to the duty statement on this job advertisement.
Additional Information
Paper applications must include a signature. Dates printed on envelopes by mobile barcodes or equivalent mobile print technology are not acceptable proof of the date the application and any other required documents or materials were filed.
Applicants must state their basis of eligibility (List Eligibility, Lateral Transfer, Reinstatement, T&D, or Surplus/SROA), and the Job Control (JC) number and/or position number in the “Examination(s) or Job Title(s), For Which You Are Applying” section on the STD. 678. Surplus/SROA candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application. Please remove any confidential information (i.e., social security number, date of birth, etc.) as well as any information regarding your LEAP eligibility and/or exam scores from your documents prior to submission.
All information on the Employment Application (STD 678) must be completed. Applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678), including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Resumes or other documents may not be substituted for the Employment Application (STD 678).
If applying electronically, please note that CalCareers no longer allows applicants to withdraw their applications. If you need assistance to withdraw your application, please contact the Recruitment Section at Recruit@dhcs.ca.gov. For all other questions regarding your CalCareer account, please contact CalHR’s CalCareers Unit at (866) 844-8671 or CalCareer@calhr.ca.gov.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.
