SENIOR PHYSICIAN (Environmental Toxicology)
County of Los AngelesAbout the role
Posting number: PH5456D
Department: PUBLIC HEALTH
Job classification: SENIOR PHYSICIAN
Posting type: Open
Categories: Environmental Services, Public Health, Physicians, Medical
Summary
EXAM NUMBER:
PH5456D
We welcome applications from anyone!
We will be accepting online applications from Friday, June 26, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. (PT) - Continuous.
We will keep accepting applications until the position is filled. The application window may close unexpectedly once we have enough qualified candidates.
SPECIAL SALARY INFORMATION:
All person appointed to the position of Senior Physician (Item No. 5456) who have obtained certification by the appropriated American Medical Specialty Board in the specialty to which they are assigned, shall receive an additional compensation of a flat-rate monthly bonus equal to 5.5 percent of the step on the appropriate E Schedule to which they are entitled based upon experience. Such bonus shall only be given for certification in one specialty.
CHECK OUT OUR OUTSTANDING BENEFITS!
We offer one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the country, including diverse healthcare choices, and strong retirement plans. For more information about the outstanding benefits offered by Los Angeles County, please visit us here: https://hr.lacounty.gov/benefits/
ABOUT THIS POSITION:
We are pursuing qualified candidates to fill Senior Physician positions within the Department of Public Health. We are looking for licensed physicians that have immediate charge of a small medical section within a larger medical unit of a medical facility or a small program of a medical facility.
For information about the specific classification standards for this position, please visit the following link: Senior Physician
Examples of duties
What will I do as a Senior Physician?
Lead evaluation of environmental hazards using advanced expertise in environmental toxicology and exposure assessment, including interpretation of environmental monitoring data, biomonitoring results, and health risk assessments to characterize acute and chronic health risks.
Provide expert technical guidance on environmental exposures and associated health outcomes, including rapid assessment of chemical releases, air and water contamination events, and other environmental incidents to inform public health action.
Direct risk communication and public notification efforts during environmental hazards and emergencies, including developing clear, actionable messaging for the public, media, and stakeholders, and serving as a subject matter expert in briefings, press interactions, and community meetings.
Coordinate with regulatory and partner agencies (e.g., environmental, air quality, and emergency response entities) to align health-based recommendations, support incident response, and ensure integration of public health considerations into regulatory and operational decisions.
Develop and implement protocols, policies, and procedures for environmental emergency response, including incident notification, interagency coordination, and post-event public health follow-up, including epidemiologic investigations and exposure tracking.
Oversee analysis, reporting, and dissemination of environmental health data, ensuring scientific rigor, timeliness, and accessibility of findings to inform policy, regulatory action, and community protection.
Perform administrative and leadership duties, including program planning, and continuous improvement of environmental health response systems, data workflows, and service delivery.
Oversee the maintenance of environmental health records and the preparation of technical reports, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and readiness for public release and interagency use.
Qualifications
Completion of a residency approved by an American Specialty Board* in one or more designated specialties** or equivalent training***.
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