Physician Medical Director

Physician Medical Director

Location: Salt Lake City, Utah Contract Term: Initial 3 years with two (2) optional 1-year extensions Time Commitment: Minimum 32 hours / month The Physician Medical Director is responsible for advising and overseeing the clinical delivery and continuous improvement of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) operations across the Unified Fire Authority. The role requires licensed, experienced physician leadership with the ability to guide EMS protocol development, quality assurance, education, and field performance. The Medical Director provides expert clinical input to EMS leadership, supports regulatory compliance, and ensures that UFA's EMS programs adhere to evidence-based practices. The position includes participation in committees, training programs, protocol development, quality assurance initiatives, and potential involvement in EMS response.

Key Responsibilities

• Medical Oversight & Direction
• Quality Assurance & Improvement
• Training & Education
• Committee Involvement & Advisory Roles
• Research & Development
• Protocol & Provider Evaluation
• Designation & Team Oversight
• EMS Field Response (as applicable)

Minimum Qualifications

• Licensure: Must be a licensed physician in good standing in the State of Utah.
• Specialty: Board certification in Emergency Medicine, EMS, or relevant subspecialty.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in EMS oversight, prehospital care, or medical direction.
• Availability: Must commit a minimum of 32 hours per month and be responsive to EMS leadership as needed.
• Compliance: Knowledge of HIPAA, DEA regulations, and QA/CQI frameworks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as a Medical Director in a fire-based or high-performance EMS system.
• Participation in EMS-related research and national EMS organizations.
• Familiarity with Utah EMS systems and regional clinical practices.
• Experience with specialty EMS disciplines (e.g., HazMat, Tactical EMS, Wilderness/Austere Care).