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TOWNSHIP PHYSICIAN

Code: 04176 Local Unclassified

In the unclassified service, Township Physician is appointed rather than examined for, and its pay is often negotiated case by case.

Eligibility comes down to 5 years of relevant experience.

How to apply

  • No exam
    This title is not filled by examination

    Non-competitive, unclassified, and Senior Executive Service titles are appointed directly by the hiring agency rather than through a civil service exam. Apply directly to the agency below.

Official job specification

The text below is the official specification published by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. The plain-language summary and analysis above are derived from it by NJ Civil Service Navigator.

Examples of work

  • Visits homes and hospitals of sick or injured persons.
  • Gives medical examinations to employees or other persons when directed.
  • May appear in court to testify to medical findings.
  • Keeps necessary records.
  • May be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office or related units.

Education

Possession of a valid New Jersey License to practice medicine.

Experience

Five years of experience in the general practice of medicine.

License

Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

  • Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording information systems used by the agency, office or related units.
  • Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.
  • Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform the essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.

Note

The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.