Executive Medical Director, Student Health Services

Executive Medical Director, Student Health Services

Job no: 555468
Work type: Management (MPP)
Location: Pomona
Categories: MPP, At-Will, Health Professionals, Full Time, On-site

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona (Cal Poly Pomona), a top‑ranked public university recognized for its quality, affordability, and student outcomes, invites nominations and applications for the new position of Executive Medical Director of Student Health Services. This distinctive opportunity is for an experienced, student‑centered health leader to guide a dedicated team of professionals serving a broad student population with varied academic, socioeconomic, and health needs.

Executive Medical Director will champion Student Health Services (SHS) as part of a holistic and integrated web of care that supports student retention and success; align departmental direction and goals with institutional mission and strategy; maximize student awareness and engagement with programs and services; and oversee clinical services with authority, accountability, and transparency.

• Oversee the delivery of health care services, including medical diagnostic and treatment activities of general primary care physicians, consultant specialty physicians, nurse practitioners, and allied health professionals within Student Health Services (including medication abortion) to ensure a high standard of medical care consistent with college student health needs and prevailing standards of care.
• Provide supervision and medical leadership to clinical staff including physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, lab staff, pharmacists, athletic trainers, and contracted healthcare workers.
• Oversee day‑to‑day operations of the clinic, staffing levels, patient management, workflow, equipment and resources, and facilities management.
• Maintain a healthy, team‑oriented, stimulating work environment for professional development; oversee design, implementation, and assessment of training programs for clinical staff.
• Develop, revise, and implement clinical policies and protocols consistent with AAAHC standards; oversee the Accreditation Committee and direct the Associate Director in preparation of materials and site surveys.
• Direct all personnel within Student Health Services—write and revise position descriptions, complete performance evaluations, provide feedback, and initiate disciplinary procedures in collaboration with the Associate Director. Oversee the Quality Improvement Program, including direction to the Quality Improvement Coordinator and committee, peer review processes, and assessment mechanisms.
• Oversee the Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) program, IPC Committee, safety plan, staff training, and clinical privileges application and approval process.
• Serve as Laboratory Director and oversee Pharmacy‑in‑Charge and X‑ray department; formulate policies and procedures for laboratory, pharmacy, and X‑ray operations in compliance with state, federal, CSU, and accreditation requirements.
• Collaborate with Associate Director on budget management, recruitment, and onboarding of clinical personnel.
• Investigate and resolve customer complaints; partner with Counseling and Psychological Services and Care Services to improve mental health services and develop a collaborative care model.
• Provide direct patient care as appropriate within scope of practice, including interviews, diagnosis, treatment, counseling, physical exams, minor surgery, referrals, ordering and interpreting X‑ray and lab tests, and documentation.
• Consult with private physicians and public agencies to secure additional services for students and educate patients on health matters, including medication abortion.
• Serve as physician consultant to staff and coordinate follow‑up care for after‑hours nurse advice line.
• Provide sexual health education, counseling, and care, including medication abortion services.
• Engage in professional development to maintain licensure and certification.

• Provide strategic medical leadership and executive oversight of organizational health governance; chair the Health Advisory Team, guide evidence‑based…