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Johns Hopkins University seeks an Assistant Vice Provost. Chief Primary Care Officer for Student Health and Well-Being (SHWB) who will help advance an integrated, whole-person model of student and learner health in which primary care, mental health, prevention, and care coordination are aligned to support the overall well-being of students and learners. The position ensures the delivery of evidence-based, student-centered health care that advances student success and meets the needs of a globally diverse student population ranging from full-time undergraduates on the Homewood Campus to medical students and residents on the East Baltimore health campus to multiple graduate and professional school campuses in Baltimore and Washington, DC. Reporting to the Vice Provost for SHWB and in close partnership with the Assistant Vice Provost: Chief Mental Health Officer, the Chief Primary Care Officer will develop and execute strategy for providing the highest quality primary care within SHWB clinics as well as collaborate closely with SHWB peers and colleagues across the Hopkins enterprise to integrate health and well-being throughout the Johns Hopkins experience and empower students and trainees to thrive.
Currently, Johns Hopkins operates three SHWB primary care clinics—two in Baltimore and one in Washington DC—that provide in person and telehealth visits for preventative care, illness, injury, and implementation of university vaccination compliance. Last year, out of 23,000 eligible students and trainees, the clinics treated 11,000 unique patients across nearly 27,000 appointments as the annual utilization trend continues to increase year-over-year.
The CMO leads a staff that includes a lead physician, clinic associate directors, a group of physicians, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, medical assistants, a registered dietician, public health officer, and a health compliance team. Additionally, the CMO will co-supervise the lead for the integrated administrative operations team alongside SHWB’s Chief Mental Health Officer.
This role is responsible for patient safety and quality for varsity athletes and provides dotted-line oversight of the Head Athletic Trainer for Sports Medicine. The Chief Medical Officer serves as Medical Director for the student-run EMT service, in partnership with Public Safety, as part of the university’s emergency response infrastructure.
As part of the Vice Provost for SHWB’s senior leadership team, the CMO will serve as a critical member of a university-wide organization dedicated to fostering a holistic climate of well-being for all Johns Hopkins students and learners.
Major Duties of the CMO Include
- Serve as a senior university health leader and visible representative of the student health function, with responsibility for helping to shape strategy, guide decision-making, and support institutional response to student health and well-being needs.
- Partner with the Vice Provost and other SHWB senior leaders to develop, update, and steward the strategic vision for the JHU student health care delivery model, with a focus on seamless integration of primary care, mental health, and overall student well-being.
- Provide overall accountability for patient safety and quality of care across the primary care unit, ensuring alignment with applicable Johns Hopkins Health System policies, procedures, and standards. Serve as liaison to Health System PSQ committee.
- Manage a multi-location clinical team of physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, dietitians, and medical assistants to ensure all students receive high-quality, evidence-based, holistic medical services for acute and chronic conditions.
- Evaluate and realign resources to support a university-wide primary care model grounded in public health and population health principles, with an emphasis on open access, removal of barriers, prevention, and responsiveness to the needs of all learner populations.
- Establish and use meaningful metrics to assess the health and well-being of our learner populations, evaluate the impact and effectiveness of primary care services, and inform continuous improvement.
- Serve as the leader of a university-wide, multidisciplinary team and liaise with JH Health System to plan for emergency preparedness and response to major public health events.
- Collaborate with clinical teams, key stakeholders, and University leadership to evaluate and develop policies related to student health and well-being needs, including immunizations, compliance, and other preventive health priorities.
- Serve as a senior liaison with JH Health System leadership and partners to support coordination, alignment, and escalation of student health issues when needed.
- Consult with internal and external subject matter experts to remain current on regulatory, accreditation, and policy changes that may affect student health services, protocols, and operations.
- Ensure compliance and accreditation with relevant regulatory, legal, and professional standards, including licensure, privacy (HIPAA/FERPA), infection control, and emergency preparedness in partnership with Chief Mental Health Officer.
- Provide direct patient care for a minimum of 4 clinical hours per week to maintain clinical proficiency, model best practices, and remain connected to the student experience.
- Support the Vice Provost for Student Health and Well-Being in strategic initiatives, fundraising, and partnerships to advance the University's physical health and public health priorities.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Additional Essential Characteristics
- A holistic approach to evidence-based health care and an understanding of physical and mental health challenges in university populations.
- A deep understanding of the intersection of primary care and mental health.
- A recognition of the ways in which patient needs may differ across populations and campuses.
- A readiness to listen to and connect with students and trainees (including residents and post-doctoral scholars) in order to better understand their experiences, needs, and priorities both as individual patients and collective groups.
- Demonstrated executive presence, sound judgment, and political acumen in a highly matrixed environment, including the ability to anticipate concerns, navigate competing priorities, and advance institutional goals.
- Availability for after-hours consultation regarding emergencies or urgent matters.
- Experience recruiting, training, mentoring, and retaining an interdisciplinary staff, including providing structured opportunities for professional development, evaluation, performance management, and supervision.
- Familiarity with the culture of care and disease prevention on university campuses as well as with the network of supports and resources available within a large university and/or medical system; Ability to communicate effectively on a variety of complex and challenging topics across a wide range of audiences.
- Ability to influence and lead across organizational boundaries without direct authority, building consensus while maintaining accountability for outcomes.
- Demonstrated ability to co-lead effectively in a shared leadership structure, including aligning priorities, clarifying roles and decision-making authority, and sustaining productive partnerships across dual reporting lines.
- The ability to function effectively in a change-oriented and dynamic environment, with multiple high-visibility priorities.
- Skill navigating a decentralized organization with multiple locations and staffs.
- The ability to address and manage crisis situations in an appropriate and timely manner.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills, a collaborative nature, and the ability to build trust and interact effectively with a wide range of individuals across a variety of situations.
- The ability to collect and translate quantifiable information into improved healthcare practices, services, and tangible benefits for students and trainees.
- Proven business acumen and financial stewardship skills coupled with the ability to think creatively and strategically about the sustainable use of resources in a complex ambulatory and student health care setting.
- Familiarity with accreditation processes, particularly through the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care.
- A passion for the mission of higher education, of Johns Hopkins University, and supporting student success.
Minimum Qualifications
- Advanced clinical training and credentialing in a relevant field and in good standing (MD, DO, NP, PA, PharmD, RN).
- Licensed or able to attain licensure in Maryland and Washington DC.
- Experienced as a clinician with at least 10 years of practice in delivering consistent high-quality care across multiple sites.
- Seasoned as an administrator with at least 10 years of progressive experience with strategic leadership and staff supervision and mentorship in a health care or university environment.
- Additional education may substitute for required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
Preferred Qualifications
- Also holds a Master's in Public Health (MPH), Business Administration (MBA), or Healthcare Administration (MHA).
Classified Title: Assistant Provost-MGM
Job Posting Title (Working Title): Assistant Vice Provost, Chief Primary Care Officer (Student Health & Well-Being)
Role/Level/Range: ADMOFF/01/EX
Starting Salary Range: $280,000 - $310,000 Annually (Commensurate w/exp)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: M-F, 8:30 - 5:00
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: Homewood Campus
Department name: Student Health and Well-Being
Personnel area: University Student Services
Total Rewards
The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University’s salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.
Education and Experience Equivalency
Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.
Applicants Completing Studies
Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.
Background Checks
The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
EEO is the Law
https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf
Accommodation Information
If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations or accessibility at Johns Hopkins University, please visit: https://accessibility.jhu.edu/.
Vaccine Requirements
Johns Hopkins University requires all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry.
The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.
The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.
Johns Hopkins University seeks an Assistant Vice Provost. Chief Primary Care Officer for Student Health and Well-Being (SHWB) who will help advance an integrated, whole-person model of student and learner health in which primary care, mental health, prevention, and care coordination are aligned to support the overall well-being of students and learners. The position ensures the delivery of evidence-based, student-centered health care that advances student success and meets the needs of a globally diverse student population ranging from full-time undergraduates on the Homewood Campus to medical students and residents on the East Baltimore health campus to multiple graduate and professional school campuses in Baltimore and Washington, DC. Reporting to the Vice Provost for SHWB and in close partnership with the Assistant Vice Provost: Chief Mental Health Officer, the Chief Primary Care Officer will develop and execute strategy for providing the highest quality primary care within SHWB clinics as well as collaborate closely with SHWB peers and colleagues across the Hopkins enterprise to integrate health and well-being throughout the Johns Hopkins experience and empower students and trainees to thrive.
Currently, Johns Hopkins operates three SHWB primary care clinics—two in Baltimore and one in Washington DC—that provide in person and telehealth visits for preventative care, illness, injury, and implementation of university vaccination compliance. Last year, out of 23,000 eligible students and trainees, the clinics treated 11,000 unique patients across nearly 27,000 appointments as the annual utilization trend continues to increase year-over-year.
The CMO leads a staff that includes a lead physician, clinic associate directors, a group of physicians, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, medical assistants, a registered dietician, public health officer, and a health compliance team. Additionally, the CMO will co-supervise the lead for the integrated administrative operations team alongside SHWB’s Chief Mental Health Officer.
This role is responsible for patient safety and quality for varsity athletes and provides dotted-line oversight of the Head Athletic Trainer for Sports Medicine. The Chief Medical Officer serves as Medical Director for the student-run EMT service, in partnership with Public Safety, as part of the university’s emergency response infrastructure.
As part of the Vice Provost for SHWB’s senior leadership team, the CMO will serve as a critical member of a university-wide organization dedicated to fostering a holistic climate of well-being for all Johns Hopkins students and learners.
Major Duties of the CMO Include
- Serve as a senior university health leader and visible representative of the student health function, with responsibility for helping to shape strategy, guide decision-making, and support institutional response to student health and well-being needs.
- Partner with the Vice Provost and other SHWB senior leaders to develop, update, and steward the strategic vision for the JHU student health care delivery model, with a focus on seamless integration of primary care, mental health, and overall student well-being.
- Provide overall accountability for patient safety and quality of care across the primary care unit, ensuring alignment with applicable Johns Hopkins Health System policies, procedures, and standards. Serve as liaison to Health System PSQ committee.
- Manage a multi-location clinical team of physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, dietitians, and medical assistants to ensure all students receive high-quality, evidence-based, holistic medical services for acute and chronic conditions.
- Evaluate and realign resources to support a university-wide primary care model grounded in public health and population health principles, with an emphasis on open access, removal of barriers, prevention, and responsiveness to the needs of all learner populations.
- Establish and use meaningful metrics to assess the health and well-being of our learner populations, evaluate the impact and effectiveness of primary care services, and inform continuous improvement.
- Serve as the leader of a university-wide, multidisciplinary team and liaise with JH Health System to plan for emergency preparedness and response to major public health events.
- Collaborate with clinical teams, key stakeholders, and University leadership to evaluate and develop policies related to student health and well-being needs, including immunizations, compliance, and other preventive health priorities.
- Serve as a senior liaison with JH Health System leadership and partners to support coordination, alignment, and escalation of student health issues when needed.
- Consult with internal and external subject matter experts to remain current on regulatory, accreditation, and policy changes that may affect student health services, protocols, and operations.
- Ensure compliance and accreditation with relevant regulatory, legal, and professional standards, including licensure, privacy (HIPAA/FERPA), infection control, and emergency preparedness in partnership with Chief Mental Health Officer.
- Provide direct patient care for a minimum of 4 clinical hours per week to maintain clinical proficiency, model best practices, and remain connected to the student experience.
- Support the Vice Provost for Student Health and Well-Being in strategic initiatives, fundraising, and partnerships to advance the University's physical health and public health priorities.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Additional Essential Characteristics
- A holistic approach to evidence-based health care and an understanding of physical and mental health challenges in university populations.
- A deep understanding of the intersection of primary care and mental health.
- A recognition of the ways in which patient needs may differ across populations and campuses.
- A readiness to listen to and connect with students and trainees (including residents and post-doctoral scholars) in order to better understand their experiences, needs, and priorities both as individual patients and collective groups.
- Demonstrated executive presence, sound judgment, and political acumen in a highly matrixed environment, including the ability to anticipate concerns, navigate competing priorities, and advance institutional goals.
- Availability for after-hours consultation regarding emergencies or urgent matters.
- Experience recruiting, training, mentoring, and retaining an interdisciplinary staff, including providing structured opportunities for professional development, evaluation, performance management, and supervision.
- Familiarity with the culture of care and disease prevention on university campuses as well as with the network of supports and resources available within a large university and/or medical system; Ability to communicate effectively on a variety of complex and challenging topics across a wide range of audiences.
- Ability to influence and lead across organizational boundaries without direct authority, building consensus while maintaining accountability for outcomes.
- Demonstrated ability to co-lead effectively in a shared leadership structure, including aligning priorities, clarifying roles and decision-making authority, and sustaining productive partnerships across dual reporting lines.
- The ability to function effectively in a change-oriented and dynamic environment, with multiple high-visibility priorities.
- Skill navigating a decentralized organization with multiple locations and staffs.
- The ability to address and manage crisis situations in an appropriate and timely manner.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills, a collaborative nature, and the ability to build trust and interact effectively with a wide range of individuals across a variety of situations.
- The ability to collect and translate quantifiable information into improved healthcare practices, services, and tangible benefits for students and trainees.
- Proven business acumen and financial stewardship skills coupled with the ability to think creatively and strategically about the sustainable use of resources in a complex ambulatory and student health care setting.
- Familiarity with accreditation processes, particularly through the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care.
- A passion for the mission of higher education, of Johns Hopkins University, and supporting student success.
Minimum Qualifications
- Advanced clinical training and credentialing in a relevant field and in good standing (MD, DO, NP, PA, PharmD, RN).
- Licensed or able to attain licensure in Maryland and Washington DC.
- Experienced as a clinician with at least 10 years of practice in delivering consistent high-quality care across multiple sites.
- Seasoned as an administrator with at least 10 years of progressive experience with strategic leadership and staff supervision and mentorship in a health care or university environment.
- Additional education may substitute for required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
Preferred Qualifications
- Also holds a Master's in Public Health (MPH), Business Administration (MBA), or Healthcare Administration (MHA).
Classified Title: Assistant Provost-MGM
Job Posting Title (Working Title): Assistant Vice Provost, Chief Primary Care Officer (Student Health & Well-Being)
Role/Level/Range: ADMOFF/01/EX
Starting Salary Range: $280,000 - $310,000 Annually (Commensurate w/exp)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: M-F, 8:30 - 5:00
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: Homewood Campus
Department name: Student Health and Well-Being
Personnel area: University Student Services
Total Rewards
The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University’s salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.
Education and Experience Equivalency
Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.
Applicants Completing Studies
Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.
Background Checks
The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
EEO is the Law
https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf
Accommodation Information
If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations or accessibility at Johns Hopkins University, please visit: https://accessibility.jhu.edu/.
Vaccine Requirements
Johns Hopkins University requires all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry.
The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.
The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in health officer jobs.
- Master of Public Health degree or equivalent graduate-level public health training
- Active state licensure or registration relevant to the health officer specialty
- Experience conducting epidemiological investigations or public health assessments
- Knowledge of federal and state public health regulations and enforcement procedures
- Proficiency in data analysis tools and public health surveillance systems
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for community and stakeholder outreach
Tips for Your Health Officer Job Search
Tailor your resume to program areas
Health officers work across infectious disease, environmental health, and maternal and child health. List your specific program experience by name rather than writing general public health duties, since hiring managers screen for exact program alignment before reading further.
Highlight your licensure and certifications upfront
Many health officer postings require a specific license, such as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist credential or a physician license with public health training. Put your active credentials in a dedicated section at the top of your resume so reviewers find them immediately.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists health officer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Read the jurisdiction's current health priorities
County and state health departments hire around active initiatives, such as an opioid response program or a new food safety enforcement push. Reference the department's most recent annual report or strategic plan in your cover letter to show you understand what they are working on right now.
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
Interviewers for health officer roles often present a disease outbreak scenario or a community complaint and ask how you would respond. Practice walking through your decision process out loud, covering data collection, stakeholder communication, and regulatory authority at each step.
Negotiate start date around credentialing timelines
If a role requires state licensure or public health board approval before you can practice independently, raise this in your offer conversation. Many jurisdictions will adjust your start date or bring you on in a provisional capacity rather than lose a strong candidate over a paperwork delay.
Health Officer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most health officers?
The companies hiring the most health officers right now include Elite Recruiting & Consulting Services, Texas Health Resources, and Summa Health, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Maryland, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. County and state public health departments consistently represent the largest share of postings across all regions.
How many health officer jobs are remote?
About 27% of health officer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the share varies significantly by specialty. Health officers focused on policy analysis, epidemiological data review, and program planning are most likely to find remote or hybrid arrangements, while environmental health and field inspection roles almost always require an on-site presence.
How do you become a health officer?
Start by earning a bachelor's degree in public health, biology, environmental science, or a related field, then pursue a master's degree in public health or a clinical degree such as an MD or DO if the role requires it. Gain field experience through internships or entry-level positions in a local or state health department. Many jurisdictions then require you to pass a state licensing exam or complete a board certification process before you can practice as a health officer independently.
Can you get hired as a health officer with little experience?
Entry-level health officer roles do exist, particularly in county environmental health departments and community health programs that hire candidates directly out of graduate school. Strengthening your application with a public health internship, a practicum completed during your degree, or volunteer work with a local health department can help you compete. Some jurisdictions also offer trainee or junior health officer classifications specifically designed for candidates who meet educational requirements but lack field experience.
What does the health officer interview process look like?
Most health officer interviews follow a structured panel format with three to five interviewers drawn from department leadership, senior health officers, and human resources. Expect a mix of competency-based questions about past experience and scenario questions where you are asked to walk through your response to a public health incident. Some jurisdictions add a written exercise or a presentation component, and final candidates are often subject to a background check and credential verification before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to health officer jobs?
You can find and apply to health officer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from public health departments, government agencies, and healthcare organizations across the United States. Search for roles that match your specialty and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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