Medical Director, University Health Services

Penn State University • University Park, PA

109d • $215,600 - $334,200 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Medical Director of University Health Services (UHS) serves as a senior leader within Penn State's ambulatory health care center for students, providing strategic oversight and clinical leadership for all medical services. Reporting directly to the Senior Director of UHS, the Medical Director plays a pivotal role in guiding a multidisciplinary team of over 60 clinical professionals, including 13 direct reports, to deliver high-quality, student-centered care. This position functions as a mentor, consultant, and leader for physicians, advanced care providers, nurses, and ancillary staff. The Medical Director champions evidence-based, clinical excellence, fosters a culture of continuous improvement, and ensures alignment with best practices in quality assurance and patient satisfaction. In addition to internal leadership, the Medical Director serves as a key liaison to the broader Penn State community and local medical partners. The role involves close collaboration with campus stakeholders-including Counseling and Psychological Services, Health Promotion and Wellness, Residence Life, and Student Care and Advocacy-to support holistic student wellness. The Medical Director also partners with UHS Community Health to shape the clinical content of educational outreach and public health initiatives. Operationally, the role works in tandem with financial and administrative leaders, including Revenue Cycle Management, Information Technology, and the Assistant Director for UHS Operations, to ensure efficient, effective, and student-focused healthcare delivery.

Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO).
• 8+ years of relevant experience, including 3+ years of supervisory experience.
• Licensed Physician - Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine.

Nice To Haves

• Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Registration.
• Board Certification in a primary care specialty, family medicine, internal medicine, or pediatrics.
• Managerial experience in a healthcare organization.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams within a shared management model.
• Understanding of and appreciation for college health.
• Orientation to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Collaborative approach to healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight and clinical leadership for all medical services at UHS.
• Guide a multidisciplinary team of over 60 clinical professionals.
• Mentor and consult for physicians, advanced care providers, nurses, and ancillary staff.
• Champion evidence-based clinical excellence and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Ensure alignment with best practices in quality assurance and patient satisfaction.
• Serve as a liaison to the broader Penn State community and local medical partners.
• Collaborate with campus stakeholders to support holistic student wellness.
• Partner with UHS Community Health for educational outreach and public health initiatives.
• Work with financial and administrative leaders to ensure effective healthcare delivery.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Robust retirement plans.
• Substantial paid time off including holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Generous 75% tuition discount for employees and eligible spouses and children.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed