What are the responsibilities and job description for the MEDICAL CONSULTANT I (PSYCHIATRIST), DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES position at State of California?
Job Posting : Medical Consultant I (Psychiatrist)
Department of Social Services
JC-306852 - Medical Consultant I (Psychiatrist)
Final Filing Date : Until Filled
Application Methods : Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off
This advertisement is posted until filled. Applications will be reviewed on the 5th business day of each month, and candidates may or may not be selected for interviews. However, the Job Control will remain open until the vacancy is filled.
Under the direction of the Team Manager (TM) Disability Evaluation Services Administrator I (DESA I), the Medical Consultant (MC) Psychiatrist, in conjunction with Disability Evaluation Analyst (DEA) staff, adjudicates applications for disability benefits under the Social Security, Supplemental Security Income and / or Medi-Cal programs. The MC reviews case histories, evaluates and interprets medical reports, and evaluates possible effects of medical or surgical treatment in relationship to program requirements. The MC provides assessments of the applicant's functional abilities based on program guidelines. The MC is a full participant on the team and is involved in decision-making regarding team endeavors related to the team's quality, workflow, and production.
Working Conditions
This position is located in the Roseville Branch in Roseville, CA 95661.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- MEDICAL CONSULTANT I (PSYCHIATRIST), DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
Salary Range : $12,063.00 - $16,546.00A, $12,645.00 - $17,349.00B, $13,013.00 - $17,853.00C
of Positions : 5
Work Location : Placer County
Telework : In Office
Job Type : Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) serves, aids, and protects needy and vulnerable children and adults in ways that strengthen and preserve families, encourage personal responsibility, and foster independence. CDSS employees are our most important resource in serving California’s needy and vulnerable children and families.
CDSS’ goal is to foster a culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion within our department, that actively invites the contribution and participation of all people and is representative of the varied identities and different perspectives in California.
Special Requirements
This position requires Federal fingerprint clearance and background check. Criminal record checks of prospective full- or part-time COSS, Disability Determination Service Division (DDSD) personnel will be conducted. Applicants for this position will be required to submit fingerprints for Federal processing. Federal clearance is a condition of employment for this position.
Applicants are required to complete employment history on the application form (STD 678). You may be disqualified from the recruitment process if the employment history is not complete. Resumes will not take the place of employment history.
If you are meeting minimum qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts for verification. If selected, you may be required to provide official transcripts at the time of hire.
Application Instructions
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination / Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your
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Salary : $12,063 - $16,546
