Summer Sea Term 2023 - Ship's Doctor or Physician Assistant & Registered Nurse

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Summer Sea Term 2023 - Ship's Doctor or Physician Assistant & Registered Nurse

Category: Administrative & Professional

Department: Empire State Training Ship

Locations: Bronx, NY

Posted: Dec 29, 2022

Closes: Open Until Filled

Type: Fee-For-Service

Position ID: 157369

About SUNY Maritime College:

SUNY Maritime College located on a 55-acre scenic waterfront property on the outskirts of New York City on the Throggs Neck peninsula where the East River meets Long Island Sound. The campus blends the best of two worlds: a comfortable college-town feel with the greatest city in the world. An impressive view of the sound extends toward the North Atlantic, yet only a few miles away are Yankee Stadium and midtown Manhattan. SUNY Maritime offers an array of employment opportunities stemming from entry level to professional positions which encourage growth and development among its employees.

Job Description:

SUNY Maritime College is looking to hire either a licensed Doctor or PA for the entire training period, or for each half (Cruise A or Cruise B) indicated below.

EMPIRE STATE is a public vessel of the United States, solely operated for the training and licensure of the cadet midshipmen.  While onboard the cadets are engaged in classroom lecture, maintenance and repair, watch keeping, and drills and training exercises all in preparation for their eventual licensure.  Of the total number of cadets onboard, there will be approximately 20% that are also in ROTC, and preparing for commissioning in the Armed Services following graduation and licensure. 

The training days are geared to maximize the experience of the cadets and flexibility is a requirement regarding daily scheduling of duties. This evolution will include COVID-19 protocols which must be both adhered to and enforced.

NOTE: We are continuously monitoring ongoing developments with the novel Coronavirus COVID-19. Updates regarding Summer Sea Term 2023 will be communicated as information becomes available.

The FULL Cruise appointment dates will be determined in the future. However, you may apply and be considered for one of the following.

Cruise A Half, Cruise B Half and Full Cruise. Please indicate clearly in your cover letter which cruise term you are interested in (A, B or FULL.) 

Description of Duties:

• Medical staff onboard perform the vital duties expected of the Medical Department onboard any Merchant or Navy ship
• Attending to sick call twice daily (in port and underway)
• Provide instruction in Medical Care Provider and CPR/AED
• Daily supervision of Ship's Medical and cadet corpsmen
• Daily sanitary inspections of berthing, common areas, and food service areas with the Ship's Master - both underway and while in Port
• Attendance with any incidents or injuries
• Required alcohol and/or drug testing
• Participation on the Ship's Safety Committee

Requirements:

• Possess and maintain a valid license and certification to practice as a Medical Doctor or Physician Assistant or Registered Nurse
• Must possess and maintain a valid DEA number and certificate to transmit specific controlled substances
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• The incumbent will be required to obtain Coast Guard certification (Certificate of Registry) as a Medical Officer with the help of the college
• US Passport
• Transportation Worker Identification Credentials (TWIC)
• Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) - Note: All applicants must have an MMC
• Valid Medical Certificate - Note: The Medical Certificate is issued with the original MMC; however it must be renewed every 2-years
• DOT/USCG Periodic Drug Testing Documentation

Note that Drug Testing in accordance with Title 46 CFR 16.210 will be conducted Pier Side. 

A COPY OF ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION MUST BE PROVIDED PRIOR TO THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF APPOINTMENT. IF THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION IS NOT PROVIDED BY THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF APPOINTMENT YOUR APPLICATION CAN NO LONGER BE CONSIDERED FOR EMPLOYMENT.  ALL DATES FOR US PASSPORT, TWIC, MMC AND MEDICAL CERTIFICATE MUST BE VALID FOR THE ENTIRETY OF YOUR ANTICIPATED APPOINTMENT.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care or Family Medicine experience

Additional Information:

For those desiring additional information please contact:

Ms. Joann Sprague, Office Manager 

• sst.inquiry@sunymaritime.edu
• (718) 409-7286

This is a temporary appointment. FLSA Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Internal and external search to occur simultaneously.

Travel expenses may be reimbursed in accordance with the Travel Expense, Payment of Interview Policy but will be assessed on a case by case basis. 

Salary/Compensation: The salary is based on a daily rate of pay and will commensurate with license, certification and experience. Meals are included.

Descriptive Title: Various

Budget Title: Technical Specialist CSL

Salary Grade: NSSL

Item #: Various

SUNY Maritime College is committed to maintaining a safe environment for its students, faculty, staff, volunteers and the general public that use our facilities. Therefore, in order to ensure the hiring of employees of the highest integrity and to maintain a safe campus community, SUNY Maritime College will conduct pre-employment background investigations on all individuals for whom employment is to be offered.

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.

If you need a disability related accommodation, please call The Office of Human Resource Services at (718) 409-7303 or email at hr@sunymaritime.edu. In accordance with the Title II Crime Awareness and Security Act, a copy of our crime statistics is available upon request by calling (718) 409-7350. It can also be viewed on line by selecting University Police at www.sunymaritime.edu.

Application Instructions:

When applying online, please submit the following:

• Resume
• Cover letter. Please indicate clearly in your cover letter which cruise term you are interested in (A, B or FULL.) along with a statement addressing how your past and/or potential contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion will advance Maritime's commitment to inclusive excellence 
• Three recent references

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SUNY Maritime College is an Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disabled/Affirmative Action employer, committed to recruiting, supporting and fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff and students. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For our full non-discrimination statement, see: http://www.sunymaritime.edu/affirmative-action.