A professional who examines and treats members of municipal police force for duty-related injuries and illnesses and gives first-aid treatment to civilians under arrest. Responsibilities include:

• Examines and reports physical condition of applicants for police force.
• Maintains records of sick personnel.
• Examines officers who claim disability and, upon proof of such disability, issues required certificate.
• Reports charges against officers who feign illness or injury to evade duty or whose illness or injury results from improper conduct, intemperance, or habits.
• Prepares annual report on activities and evaluation of physical condition of police force.