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Job Description The mission of the New York City Police Department is to enhance the quality of life in New York City by working in partnership with the community to enforce the law, preserve peace, protect the people, reduce fear, and maintain order. The New York City Police Department strives to foster a safe and fair city through the strategic deployment of resources, focusing on both crime prevention and addressing quality-of-life concerns while building lasting community relationships. The Medical Division oversees the health and well-being of all members of the service. The Division provides general medical services and assessments for uniformed members of the service. All medical, psychological drug screening, counseling and professional services, medical records, medical bills, Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), line of duty prescriptions, and disability applications are processed through the Medical Division. The Medical Division also conducts Internal Investigations to preserve and protect the Integrity of the Department's sick leave protocols and the disability retirement system. In addition, the Medical Division's Occupational Health Assessment and Wellness Unit provides medical, educational, and nutritional counseling to members of the service and deploys a Mobile Health Vehicle that visits commands throughout the five boroughs. The Police Surgeon will primarily: - Determine the fitness for duty of uniformed members of service - Follow member's course of treatment - Authorize medical services for line of duty injuries - Be required to respond to hospitalized members of the service who are injured in the line of duty or seriously ill - Participate in Department health fairs and other medical initiatives - Provide consults in his/her area of medical expertise - Engage in Department research activities - Provide expert testimony as needed - Participate in all cause disaster drills TO APPLY: Please click 'Apply' below, or visit: and search for Job ID #777598 WORK LOCATION: Bronx Health Care Facility - 3450 Kingsbridge Avenue, Bx, 10463. HOURS/SHIFT: M - F, 12 hours 30 minutes/week, rotating on-call. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Preference will be given to candidates with Board Certifications in Endocrinology, Infectious Disease, or Critical Care specialties. In compliance with Federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. The City of New York offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance for the employee and his or her spouse or domestic partner and unemancipated children under age 26, union benefits such as dental and vision coverage, paid annual leave and sick leave, paid holidays, a pension, and optional savings and pre-tax programs such as Deferred Compensation, IRA, and a flexible spending account. POLICE SURGEON - 53051 Qualifications 1. Possession of a valid license to practice medicine in the State of New York plus valid Board Certification issued by the appropriate American Specialty Board in any specialty area required by the Department. Additional Information The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. Salary Min: $148,689.00 Salary Max: $175,267.00