MEDICAL CONSULTANT I, DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Company: State of California
Location: Sacramento
Posted on: May 24, 2025

Job Description:

MEDICAL CONSULTANT IMEDICAL CONSULTANT I, DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICESFinal Filing Date: Until FilledApplication Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-offThis advertisement is posted as until filled. Applications will be reviewed on the 5th business day of each month, and candidates may or may not be selected for interviews. However, the Job Control will remain open until the vacancy is filled.Under the direction of the Team Manager (TM) Disability Evaluation Services Administrator I (DESA I), the Medical Consultant (MC), in conjunction with Disability Evaluation Analyst (DEA) staff, adjudicates applications for disability benefits under the Social Security, Supplemental Security Income and/or Medi-Cal programs. The MC reviews case histories, evaluates and interprets medical reports, and evaluates possible effects of medical or surgical treatment in relationship to program requirements. The MC provides assessments of the applicant's functional abilities based on program guidelines. The MC is a full participant on the team and is involved in decision-making regarding team endeavors related to the team's quality, workflow, and production.Benefits: The state offers comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, long term care and disability insurance, as well as paid leave. Please see the Benefits section below for more details.Working ConditionsThis position is located in the Sacramento Branch in Sacramento, CA 95834.Minimum RequirementsYou will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• MEDICAL CONSULTANT I, DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICESSalary: $12,063.00 - $16,546.00A $12,645.00 - $17,349.00B $13,013.00 - $17,853.00C# of Positions: 5Work Location: In OfficeJob Type: Permanent, Full TimeDepartment InformationThe California Department of Social Services (CDSS) serves, aids, and protects needy and vulnerable children and adults in ways that strengthen and preserve families, encourage personal responsibility, and foster independence. CDSS employees are our most important resource in serving California's needy and vulnerable children and families.Special RequirementsThis position requires Federal fingerprint clearance and background check. Criminal record checks of prospective full- or part-time CDSS, Disability Determination Service Division (DDSD) personnel will be conducted. Applicants for this position will be required to submit fingerprints for Federal processing. Federal clearance is a condition of employment for this position.Application InstructionsComplete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting.Required Application Package Documents
  • Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov.
  • Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.Equal Opportunity EmployerThe State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), gender identity, marital status, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex, and sexual orientation.It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free workplace.
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