Medical Director

University Overview

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America’s Best Large Employers in 2023.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

Posted Job Title

Medical Director

Job Profile Title

Director F, Healthcare

Job Description Summary

The Medical Director will be responsible for overseeing clinical care, a wide range of health services, supporting accreditation processes, and ensuring that the highest standards of medical care are maintained. This role requires a deep commitment to evidence-based practice and a collaborative approach to healthcare, working closely with a team of professionals across various disciplines.

The Medical Director is a senior leader within Student Health and Counseling at the University of Pennsylvania. They lead and inspire a dedicated team of clinicians that deliver high-quality medical care for a diverse community of university students. This is an internally facing position overseeing medical care services within Student Health and Counseling including, acute care, primary care, sports medicine, gynecology, sexual health, gender affirming care, travel medicine, nutrition, and allergy services. This position requires a strong collaborative spirit and a holistic perspective to facilitate excellent working relationships within the entire medical team that brings together clinicians, nurses, medical assistants, behavioral health consultants and administrative support staff.

Job Description

Job Responsibilities

Clinical Care

• Provide limited clinical care to students for at least 3 sessions per week, including face-to-face medical care in both acute and follow-up settings.

• Provide clinical consultation and chart review, patient correspondence, referral as appropriate for specialty and diagnostic care.
   

Clinical Operations

• Plan and develops health programs for all students in the University community, including, but not limited to, preventative medical services, chronic care and emergent care.

• Establish appropriate diagnostic,