Job Description

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Medical Consultant - Tuberculosis Program (Physician 3)

Office of Communicable Disease Epidemiology | Remote/Homebased | Part Time PROJECT Appointment

This project position is funded through December 31, 2029. It is a part-time position with an expected schedule of approximately 4 hours per week (16 hours per month). This recruitment is open to Washington residents, including those living on the Washington-Idaho and Washington-Oregon border areas.

THE OPPORTUNITY:

Join a dedicated team at the Washington State Department of Health working to eliminate tuberculosis and protect communities across the state. As our TB Medical Consultant, you'll serve as the state's lead clinical expert, providing guidance to local health teams and providers on diagnosis, treatment, complex cases, and infection control while helping shape statewide standards and policy.
This role offers a rare blend of hands-on clinical leadership, mentorship, and public health influence, all focused on reducing the burden of TB and strengthening Washington's response to infectious diseases.

Key Responsibilities

:Serve as the primary TB medical expert, delivering timely consultation on diagnosis, treatment, case management, and infection control to local health partners and clinicians statewide Review and guide management of the most challenging cases, including drug-resistant TB, in collaboration with other Washington TB experts Shape clinical policy by developing, updating, and advising on state TB guidelines, standards, and regulations Mentor and direct TB nurse consultants on clinical decisions and quality assurance Lead workgroups, deliver statewide trainings and webinars, and represent the program at key meetings and conferences Provide surge support during public health emergencies involving infectious diseases

Why You'll Love This Role:

You'll be part of a passionate, mission-driven team within the Office of Communicable Disease Epidemiology that values collaboration, innovation, and real-world impact. We're a close-knit program where physicians, nurses, and epidemiologists work side-by-side to solve problems and protect public health. You'll have the autonomy to lead clinically while being supported by dedicated colleagues and leadership. The work is intellectually stimulating, constantly evolving, and offers the rare satisfaction of seeing your expertise translate directly into healthier communities across the state.

The Ideal Candidate

You're a physician with strong clinical experience in infectious disease, pulmonary medicine, or a related field who thrives on complex clinical questions and loves teaching and mentoring others. You're comfortable moving between one-on-one case consultations and big-picture policy work, and you're energized by the idea of being the trusted voice that local health teams turn to when TB gets complicated. You communicate clearly, collaborate easily, and care deeply about health equity and eliminating preventable disease.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

We value all relevant experience and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. You must meet ALL of the Licensure, Education, and Experience criteria listed in the "required" area. Experience may have been gained through paid or unpaid activities. While "Preferred Experience" is not required, these skills or experiences can help you stand out as a candidate.

Required Licensure and Education:

AvalidlicensetopracticemedicineandsurgeryinthestateofWashington. Eligible for certification from a program accredited by the American Board of Medical specialties (Certification must be obtained within the six ( 6) month probationary period as a condition of continued employment). Completion of an approved residency program in the designated specialty area. Medical or osteopathic medicine (MDorDO) degree from an accredited program

Required Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Six (6) years of work experience in clinical management, diagnosis, and/or treatment of tuberculosis (TB) OR Two (2) years of demonstrated training in this area and Four (4) years of work experience (Work experience may have been gained through paid or unpaid activities). In-depth knowledge of tuberculosis infection, disease management, and contact investigation principles. Knowledge of public health surveillance and outbreak response procedures. Skilled in providing clear, evidence-based clinical consultation in verbal and written formats. Ability to develop and interpret policies, standards, and protocols for clinical and programmatic TB control. Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with local health jurisdictions, healthcare providers, and partner agencies.

Preferred/Desired Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Experience:

Current Board Certification in Infectious Disease, Pulmonary Medicine, or a related field. Experience working in a public health or governmental health agency. Experience developing and delivering training or educational materials for health professionals. Experience in multi-drug resistant (MDR) or extensively drug-resistant (XDR) TB case management. Experience with CDC TB Cooperative Agreement projects or federally funded public health initiatives. Familiarity with Washington State RCW/WAC related to communicable disease control. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting at public health meetings or conferences.

ABOUT US:

Office of Communicable Disease Epidemiology

We are responsible for statewide surveillance and investigation of more than 60 of Washington State's approximately 80 notifiable conditions, as described in Washington Administrative Code 246-101. Our activities include:Support for local health jurisdictions in the investigation of individual cases and outbreaks of communicable diseases Collection, analysis, and dissemination of communicable disease information to identify disease trends, including emerging infections Education and training for public health and healthcare professionals on communicable disease prevention and control Planning and response for public health emergencies involving communicable diseases

We are committed to protecting and improving the health of all people in Washington State by partnering with others to ensure seamless health system interactions, promote wellness, deliver timely science-based public health information, and identify, prevent, and control communicable diseases, while continually advancing effective health promotion, education, early detection, prevention, and optimal disease control so everyone can enjoy longer, healthier lives.

We are the Washington State Department of Health (DOH)

We're nearly 2,000 professionals across Washington working together to protect and improve community health. Guided by our values of Equity, Innovation, and Engagement, we address health disparities, respond to emerging challenges, and strengthen systems that support resilience. At DOH, we help reduce barriers, collaborate with diverse communities, and champion equitable health outcomes. We're passionate people who are driven to make a difference in public health. To learn more about the DOH please visit our website and connect with us on

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Benefits and Lifestyle

We prioritize your work-life balance with one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation, designed to support your lifestyle. At DOH, you'll find flexibility, growth, and stability. Learn more about why we're a great place to work by visiting

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Conditions of Employment:

The following terms and conditions of employment must be met with or without reasonable accommodation:

Work Setting, including hazards:

Although this position's work may occasionally require in-person attendance to perform duties in the field at various locations throughout Washington State, the official duty station is home-based. When not traveling for work, this position may work from home, remotely from an alternate location, or at the Public Health Laboratories located in Shoreline, WA. Field work may involve exposure to infections hazards. While working onsite at the Public Health Laboratories work will be done in an open cubicle office setting. Exposure to infectious biological material, dried blood, and various laboratory chemicals may occur. Most of this work is sedentary in nature and requires performing repetitive work using a computer for the majority of the workday with exposure to hazards limited to those commonly found in home office environments.

Schedule (i.e., hours and days):

This is a part-time position that will perform work during standard DOH business hours are Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. A flexible work schedule may be considered at the employee's request, subject to supervisory approval.

Travel Requirements:

Occasional travel is required to meet with customers, provide in-person training, conduct community outreach, etc. Locations for travel may include local health offices, medical facilities, jails or prisons, etc. When driving for state business, the employee must be able to legally operate a state or privately-owned vehicle; OR provide alternate transportation while on state business.

Tools and Equipment:

This position uses standard office furniture and equipment, such as a desk, office chair, cell phone, computer, monitor(s), keyboard, and mouse; and when in the office, the position may also require the use of a printer, phone, e-fax machine, and/or copy machine. Field outbreak investigation work may involve the use of personal protective equipment.

Customer Interactions:

The position regularly requires engaging with customers in a variety of settings including agency staff, agency managers, agency supervisors, legislators, governor's office staff, local health jurisdictions, federal government, State Board of Health, external partners, statewide professional associations and the CDC. The position may require interaction on the telephone and in writing with customers, some of whom may be upset, frustrated, or irate.

Other:

The DOH campus is smoke-free, drug-free, alcohol-free, scent-neutral environment. Position maybe required to conduct and/or participate in public health emergency preparedness and response activities. This position does not have union representations and is not covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

APPLICATION INFORMATION

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We're committed to a fair and equitable hiring process. Only materials submitted through the official application will be considered. Emailed resumes or documents won't be accepted or shared with the hiring manager.

Click "Apply" to complete your application. Attach your resume, cover letter, and DD-214 (if applicable). List at least three professional references directly in your Applicant Profile including a supervisor, a peer, and someone you've supervised or led (if applicable).

DO NOT INCLUDE private details like your SSN or birth year, personal photos, transcripts, certifications, diplomas, projects, portfolios, or letters of recommendation with your application.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

We regard diversity as the foundation of our strength, recognizing that differing insights and abilities enable us to reflect the unique needs of the communities we serve.
DOH is an equal-opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination based on race/ethnicity/color, creed, sex, pregnancy, age, religion, national origin, marital status, the presence or perception of a disability, veteran's status, military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, or gender identity.

Veterans Preference

Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to their application. Please remove or cover any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers and birth year.

Questions and Accommodations

If you have questions, need assistance with the application process, require an accommodation, or would like to request this posting in an alternative format, please contact Shawnelle Goalder at

employment@doh.wa.gov

and reference the assigned "DOHXXXX" recruitment number.

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Supplemental Information

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This recruitment may be used to fill positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment are filled, the candidate pool may be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.


Only applicants who follow the directions and complete the Application Process in-full will have their responses reviewed for consideration.


Experience and education selected, listed, or detailed in the Supplemental Questions must be verifiable on the submitted applicant profile.