Environmental Public Health Physician

State of Maine

Augusta, Maine, United States
Base: $112,507.20 - $159,328.00 py; bonus/equity: ...
Partial telework with management approval
Lead childhood lead poisoning prevention program team
Oversee blood lead level monitoring and testing
Collaborate with toxicologists and epidemiologists
The State of Maine is seeking an Environmental Public Health Physician to lead the Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program and provide medical expertise on environmental health issues. This managerial role requires a medical degree, public health experience, and strong leadership skills, with a focus on improving community health, particularly for children

Job Summary

  • This role allows you to lead the health team for the Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program while serving as a medical expert on environmental chemical exposures.
  • The position offers a competitive total compensation package including paid parental leave, comprehensive health insurance where the state pays up to 100% of premiums, and retirement contributions.
  • You will collaborate across disciplines to support surveillance programs for conditions like carbon monoxide poisoning and exposure to forever chemicals (PFAS) across Maine communities.

Matching Summary

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The State of Maine is seeking an Environmental Public Health Physician to lead the Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program and provide medical expertise on environmental health issues. This managerial role requires a medical degree, public health experience, and strong leadership skills, with a focus on improving community health, particularly for children.

Salary

Base: $112,507.20 - $159,328.00 per year; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: State pays 85%-100% of health premiums, 14.11% retirement contribution, 6 weeks paid parental leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Lead Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program team
  • Oversee blood lead level monitoring and testing
  • Collaborate with toxicologists and epidemiologists
  • Provide medical guidance on environmental exposures
  • Supervise nursing staff and manage case protocols

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in environmental or occupational medicine
  • Strong leadership and interpersonal communication skills
  • Background in public health program management
  • Ability to work in time-sensitive emergency situations

Key Requirements

  • Graduation from accredited US Medical or Osteopathic School
  • Master's Degree in Public Health OR 2 years relevant experience
  • Certificate of registration to practice medicine in Maine
  • Pass FLEX or National Board Examinations for foreign graduates

Work Rights

Must have right to practice medicine in Maine

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