University of South Carolina

The University of South Carolina is seeking an Executive Director of Student Health & Medical Director to serve as the physician leader for Student Health Services. This role provides strategic, clinical, and operational oversight to ensure the delivery of high-quality, student-centered healthcare across primary care, women’s health, sports medicine, allergy and immunization, pharmacy, laboratory, and student insurance services. Reporting to the Chief Health Officer & Associate Vice President, the Executive Director champions best practices in college health and advances an integrated, comprehensive model of care.

At USC, you’ll join a dynamic, student-focused environment where your leadership directly supports student success, well-being, and the overall campus experience. You’ll collaborate with dedicated professionals across the university and play a key role in shaping the future of student health.

Strategic Leadership & Administration:

•Provide strategic, mission-aligned leadership for Student Health Services, including long-range planning and oversight of budgeting and resource allocation.

•Build strong campus and community partnerships to ensure health services supports student development, academic achievement, and student success.

•Coordinate with Counseling and Psychology Services to coordinate care delivery.

•Represent Student Health Services on university committees and serve as a key member of the Student Health and Well-Being executive leadership team.

Organizational Management & Quality Improvement:

•Review and monitor policies, procedures and services to determine outcomes, promote continuity of care and ensure programs and services reflect a multi-disciplinary approach.

•Lead multidisciplinary teams and committees; supervise senior leaders and develop staff.

•Oversee and maintain a strong quality improvement program to include outcomes monitoring, accreditation standards, and site-visit readiness.

Clinical Oversight & Medical Direction:

•Provide direct clinical care; supervise and mentor medical staff; ensure integration and coordination of services in a safe environment.

•Oversee peer review, continuing education, credentialing, and privileging for medical staff.

•Promote evidence-based practices, wellness initiatives, and prevention strategies with Healthy Carolina and Campus Recreation.

Crisis & Emergency Response:

•Serve as the university’s public health authority and advisor in collaboration with the Chief Health Officer and Emergency Management Team.

•Advise on emergency preparedness, risk management, and response protocols.

•Develop procedures for critical incidents and support faculty, staff, and students through those incidents.

Requirements:

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.) from an accredited medical school; completion of residency training and at least 8 years of job-related experience, including some prior management experience.

Licensure

•Board certification in a relevant specialty; unrestricted DEA certification.

•Licensed or license-eligible for medical practice in South Carolina.