Assistant Chief Surgeon
Core
Assist the Chief Surgeon in overseeing all medical activities for the NYPD, from pre-hiring through retirement, and advise leadership on medical policy and preparedness.
Role type
Senior clinical leadership (Assistant Chief Surgeon)
Builds
Department-wide medical operations, health initiatives, and clinical research
Domain
Public safety / Law enforcement / Healthcare
Required skills
Medical policy development, clinical research, quality control, legal testimony, inter-agency coordination, healthcare personnel management
Preferred skills
Board certification in a medical specialty, experience with trauma reserve and major incidents
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Oversee medical activities and healthcare personnel; advise on medical policy and preparedness; serve as quality control ombudsman; represent the Chief Surgeon at meetings; provide legal testimony; assist with clinical research and publications.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic oversight