What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director Of Student Health Services position at Inside Higher Ed?
Brown University
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Job Description
The Director of Student Health Services provides strategic vision, leadership, direction, and operational oversight of all medical services while maintaining an active primary care clinical practice within Student Health Services. This role is responsible for the clinical supervision and professional development of a multidisciplinary team delivering care to a student body of 11,000 undergraduates, graduate and medical students with a global demographic. The Director is charged with maintaining a high standard of practice using evidence-based, inclusive, and population-health frameworks. The person in this role ensures clinical excellence across over 35,000 annual clinical encounters. Reporting to the Associate Vice President and Executive Director of Student Health and Wellness, the Director is a key member of the Student Health and Wellness leadership team, championing the integration of clinical medical services with mental health and health promotion/wellness services to nurture holistic, "whole student" care. The Director supervises the Staff Physicians, the Director of Sports Medicine, the Physician Assistants, the Associate Clinical Director and the Director of Pharmacy.
The Director develops, implements, and evaluates clinical protocols, practice guidelines, and educational initiatives to support continuous quality improvement, regulatory compliance, and accreditation standards. Additionally, the Director is responsible for clinical oversight of the Student Health Pharmacy and provides direct supervision, guidance, and professional development support to the Pharmacy Director.
As the key leader of Student Health Services, the Director collaborates with partners in the Division of Campus Life in support of student health, wellbeing, and academic success, participates in institutional committees, and actively contributes to the broader educational mission of the University.
Job Qualifications
Required qualifications:
Additional Information: Please submit a resume and cover letter when applying for this position. To learn about benefits at Brown University, visit the Brown University benefits page.
Benefits Of Working At Brown
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Recruiting Start Date
2026-04-16
Job Posting Title
Director of Student Health Services
Department
Health Services
Grade
Grade 14
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Regular
Time Type
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours
37.5
Position Work Location:
Hybrid
Submission Guidelines
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Still Have Questions?
If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.
Brown is an E-Verify Employer.
EEO Statement
Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person's race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance. The University maintains certain affirmative action programs in compliance with applicable law.
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To view the full job posting and apply for this position, go to: https://brown.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/staff-careers-brown/job/Sternlicht-Commons/Director-of-Student-Health-Services_REQ207819-1
Job Description
The Director of Student Health Services provides strategic vision, leadership, direction, and operational oversight of all medical services while maintaining an active primary care clinical practice within Student Health Services. This role is responsible for the clinical supervision and professional development of a multidisciplinary team delivering care to a student body of 11,000 undergraduates, graduate and medical students with a global demographic. The Director is charged with maintaining a high standard of practice using evidence-based, inclusive, and population-health frameworks. The person in this role ensures clinical excellence across over 35,000 annual clinical encounters. Reporting to the Associate Vice President and Executive Director of Student Health and Wellness, the Director is a key member of the Student Health and Wellness leadership team, championing the integration of clinical medical services with mental health and health promotion/wellness services to nurture holistic, "whole student" care. The Director supervises the Staff Physicians, the Director of Sports Medicine, the Physician Assistants, the Associate Clinical Director and the Director of Pharmacy.
The Director develops, implements, and evaluates clinical protocols, practice guidelines, and educational initiatives to support continuous quality improvement, regulatory compliance, and accreditation standards. Additionally, the Director is responsible for clinical oversight of the Student Health Pharmacy and provides direct supervision, guidance, and professional development support to the Pharmacy Director.
As the key leader of Student Health Services, the Director collaborates with partners in the Division of Campus Life in support of student health, wellbeing, and academic success, participates in institutional committees, and actively contributes to the broader educational mission of the University.
Job Qualifications
Required qualifications:
- Graduate of an accredited medical school.
- M.D. or D.O. licensure (or eligibility) in the state of Rhode Island with updated DEA certificate.
- Board certification in Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Family Medicine or Med-Peds Residency.
- Minimum of seven years primary care medicine experience post residency.
- Minimum of three years supervisory experience.
- Strong interpersonal communication skills with the ability to navigate complex institutional environments.
- Demonstrated leadership, supervisory or administrative experience.
- Adolescent medicine fellowship or experience in adolescent medicine and/or college health preferred.
- Knowledge of and experience in quality improvement and accreditation activities.
- Experience and comfort with use of an electronic health record.
- Familiarity with AAAHC or Joint Commission accreditation processes.
- Experience with population health data analytics.
Additional Information: Please submit a resume and cover letter when applying for this position. To learn about benefits at Brown University, visit the Brown University benefits page.
Benefits Of Working At Brown
Please review additional information on the Benefits of Working at Brown.
Recruiting Start Date
2026-04-16
Job Posting Title
Director of Student Health Services
Department
Health Services
Grade
Grade 14
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Regular
Time Type
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours
37.5
Position Work Location:
Hybrid
Submission Guidelines
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Still Have Questions?
If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.
Brown is an E-Verify Employer.
EEO Statement
Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person's race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance. The University maintains certain affirmative action programs in compliance with applicable law.
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