Medical Physician

Summary

Join WiredPeople's public health team as a part-time Medical Physician in Oahu, Hawaii! This hybrid role, up to 20 hours per week, focuses on immunization expertise and pediatric consultation. You will serve as a medical expert, advising on vaccine-preventable diseases (VPDs) and immunization strategies. Responsibilities include providing medical consultation, developing educational materials, assisting with legislation, and collaborating with stakeholders to improve vaccination rates. The ideal candidate has 5 years of experience, including immunization, public health, and pediatric work, and is board-certified in Pediatrics, Family Medicine, or Internal Medicine. A valid, unrestricted medical license is required.

Requirements

Minimum total of five (5) years experience with a minimum of: Two years of prior experience in immunization work in practice; One year of public health work experience; Two years of experience with pediatric populations; Physician certified or eligible by the American Board of Pediatrics, American Board of Family Medicine or American Board of Internal Medicine; and Must possess a valid, unrestricted medical license in a state or territory of the United States. Upon appointment, must possess a valid license or limited and temporary license to practice medicine or osteopathy in the State of Hawaii

Responsibilities

• Represent the IMB as an Immunization Medical Expert for VPDs and immunization, including consulting with community healthcare providers on the diagnosis of suspected VPDs and educating the medical community
• Stay up to date with immunization knowledge and activities
• Provide medical consultation, education and serve as a subject matter expert for: COVID-19 and other routine vaccinations (e.g., measles, mumps, rubella, Polio, Hepatitis A, Human papillomavirus [“HPV”]), Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome, Breakthrough COVID-19 cases in vaccinated individuals, VPD cases, VPD Immunoglobulins, and Inquiries from healthcare providers
• Provide medical review, assistance, and leadership in the development of: Press releases, Medical advisories, VPD investigation protocols, Standing orders, Website updates, Publications, Presentations, and Abstracts
• Provide support in reporting and in the drafting of related legislation and amendments
• Assist with the development of provider education programs and clinical guidance on: COVID-19 and other VPDs, All routine vaccine administration, Vaccine storage and handling, Adverse events post vaccinations, and Best practices in communicating with patients and parents on the importance of vaccinations
• Assist in reviewing the Vaccine Adverse Events Reporting System (“VAERS”) submissions on reports from when identified
• Participate in teaching and training activities, which includes presenting Grand Rounds and educational sessions for Healthcare Providers, Public Health staff, and the general public
• Communicate immunization information from Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (“ACIP”) meetings and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (“CDC”) recommendations to IMB Staff when needed
• Assist in meeting with partners/stakeholders to develop an overall immunization strategy to increase vaccination coverage across all age ranges and in the development of strategies to minimize exemptions
• As necessary, serve as a medical advisor to the IMB and collaborate with the State Medical Epidemiologist and the physician
• Provide medical coverage relating to immunizations in collaboration with the State Medical Epidemiologist (or designee) in special VPD clinics held by the IMB, such as, but not limited to: Outbreak control of measles, mumps, pertussis, or In the event of mass immunization needs during an outbreak or during a bioterrorist attack
• Assist in applying for grants and providing annual and other reports as required by the federal government
• Audit medical records as needed in VPD cases
• Make recommendations for improvement to State programs based on information learned
• Develop and maintain continuous working relationships with individual physicians, community health and human services organizations, various professional organizations, health plan providers and other branches of state government
• Serve as medical advisor in outbreak control mass immunization clinics which includes: Collaboration with Public Health Nursing (“PHN”) Branch during public health threats of VPD outbreaks and bioterrorism emergencies involving VPDs and immunizations, and Consultation with Department of Education officials and private school authorities during outbreak control interventions based on HAR Chapter 157

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong background and understanding about Immunology and Immunizations
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Strong critical thinking skills
• Strong communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong positive attitude and professional demeanor
• Ability to educate and train at Grand Rounds, sessions with Healthcare Providers, Public Health staff, and the general public