Director of Student Health Services

Director Of Student Health Center

Dalton State College delivers a transformational education experience in a community serving more than 5,000 students through its two campuses and online programs. A member of the University System of Georgia, we provide access to high-quality bachelor's degrees, associate degrees, and career and teaching certificate programs that are responsive to regional and state needs. Located about 90 minutes from Atlanta and 30 minutes from Chattanooga, Dalton State is nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains in northwest Georgia and is surrounded by abundant outdoor recreation opportunities.

We attract students from 35 countries and 26 states. Approximately half of our students are first-generation college students. Dalton State is Georgia's first federally-designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI); through this designation, we administer a Title V and a Title III HSI STEM Grant program that benefit all students. Our mission and values undergird our commitment to creating a sense of belonging for all students and to ensuring their success.

Dalton State was ranked #1 in the nation for Student Experience in The Wall Street Journal/College Pulse 2024 Best Colleges in the U.S. rankings and the #2 most recommended institution in the country in 2025. In addition, we are proud to have been recognized in 2024 as one of 75 "Great Colleges to Work For" by Modern Think, along with an Honor Roll distinction.

The Director oversees and manages all operations of the Ken White Student Health Center, ensuring the delivery of high quality health services to students. This position provides leadership, supervision, and professional development for staff, while also serving as the primary point of contact and maintaining oversight of the Collaborative Agreement with the Medical Physician. Priority consideration will be afforded to those applicants who submit a completed application by the end of business day Monday, January 5, 2026.

The position will remain open until filled. A complete application must include:
Cover letter Resume List of three professional references: please include full name, job title, organization, phone number and email address, a brief description of relationship with reference. Include current and or past employer. Minimum Annual Salary: $73,700/year - salary commensurate with experience Benefits Include :
Healthcare options Retirement options:
Teachers Retirement Systems (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP) Tuition assistance $100 Well-being rewards 13 paid holidays Paid vacation and sick leave Paid parental leave Winter break (December holidays) USG Benefits Position minimum qualifications updated 01/30/2026

Directs and manages the planning, development, provision and administration - 50%
-Directs patient care.

-Develops, updates and implements policies and procedures.

-Serves as Laboratory Manager.

-Establishes vendor contracts and maintains supply inventory.

-Coordinates, collaborates across campus, and implements regular health and wellness events, including, but not limited to, health fairs, blood drives, health screenings.

-Develops and manages Health Center budget.

-Develops assessment and measurement/survey tools.

-Compiles, evaluates, and enters data for regular or special reports. Manages the work of personnel - 10% Hires, trains, assigns, directs, supervises, and evaluates 2 full time medical and 1 part time support staff. Performs direct patient care and maintains related records - 35%
-Establishes and updates Electronic Medical Record (EMR) user accounts and privileges.

-Maintains and updates patient portals.

-Updates EMR forms and procedures.

-Assists with patient check-in as needed.

-Performs laboratory tests.

-Performs physical assessments, obtains patient histories, determines medical diagnosis, prescribes medications and treatments. Performs a variety of related duties - 5%
-Completes training and maintains professional licensure
-Serves on campus committees.

Educational Requirements Master of Science in Nursing from an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program. Other Required Qualifications Current active unencumbered Georgia or multi-state compact RN and APRN Licensure, or ability to readily obtain. Current National Certification (ANCC or AANP). Required Experience Three or more years of related experienced required.

Preferred Experience
-Experience in a higher education setting.

-Experience supervising professional staff
-Familiarity with EMR Pyramed

KNOWLEDGE
-Knowledge of HIPAA and FERPA guidelines.

-Knowledge of college policies and procedures.

-Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.

-Knowledge of University System of Georgia policies and procedures.

-Knowledge of health and wellness programs and services.

-Knowledge of student health care principles and practices.

-Knowledge of medical terminology and protocols.

-Knowledge of personnel management principles. SKILLS
-Skill in decision making and problem solving.

-Skill in supervising the work…