Medical Director

Medical Director

Job no: 537030

Work type: Officer of Administration

Location: Eugene, OR

Categories: Executive/Management/Director, Healthcare/Nursing, Student Life/Services

Department: University Health Services

Department: University Health Services
Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing
Salary: $245,000 - $260,000
Compensation Band: OS-OA14-Fiscal Year 2026-2027
FTE: 1.0

Application Review Begins

September 25, 2026; position open until filled

Special Instructions to Applicants

The University of Oregon has contracted AMN Healthcare to administer this search. Please visit to learn more, nominate a candidate, or apply. You will be asked to complete a short application and supply a resume.

Department Summary

The Division of Student Life supports the university's academic mission and strategic plan through comprehensive programs and services that promote and advance student learning and success while fostering an inclusive and vibrant campus community. Student Life includes four major portfolios, the Office of the Dean of Students, Experiential Learning & Engagement, Health & Wellbeing, and Division Administration. Key programs and departments within the division include but are not limited to University Health Services, Erb Memorial Union, Physical Education & Recreation, Parent and Family Programs, Major Student Events (Commencement, Homecoming, University Day), Fraternity and Sorority Life, Counseling, Health Promotion, Community and Belonging, Student Government Engagement & Success, Student Conduct and Community Standards, and Support for Students in Crisis and Students of Concern.

University Health Services (UHS) is a nationally accredited (AAAHC), multispecialty, outpatient healthcare organization dedicated to meeting students as they are, where they are, and how they are, then collaborating with them to build mental and physical resiliency so they can take on the world! We are also committed to caring for our staff and maintaining a healthy, thriving work environment that fosters a sense of belonging for each of us.

University Health Services is committed to demonstrating our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, social justice, and belonging through action, including being intentional about recruiting a diverse candidate pool that reflects the identities of our student body. We encourage people of all lived experiences to apply.

Position Summary

Step into an exceptional leadership opportunity at the University of Oregon, where healthcare, student well-being, and campus engagement come together. University Health Services seeks a collaborative physician executive to serve as Medical Director and provide strategic and clinical leadership for a comprehensive student health program.

The Medical Director will lead a multidisciplinary medical services team that includes physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, specialty physicians, an athletic trainer, and other clinical professionals. As a member of the University Health Services executive team, the Medical Director will collaborate with leaders across mental health, health promotion and wellness, allied health, and administration.

University Health Services offers an integrated environment that includes medical care, counseling, psychiatry, dental care, pharmacy, laboratory services, x-ray, and embedded behavioral health support. The incoming leader will help strengthen coordination across these areas and connect students more easily with the care and resources they need.

The position is primarily focused on administrative and organizational leadership, while maintaining a limited clinical presence that enables the Medical Director to stay connected to students and frontline colleagues.

The successful candidate will be an approachable, visible, and relationship-oriented leader who listens carefully, communicates transparently, and builds trust across disciplines. The university seeks a physician executive who can advance access, support operational sustainability, guide change, and foster a culture where employees feel heard and valued.

Minimum Requirements
• Graduate of an accredited medical or osteopathic school
• M.D. or D.O. licensure by the Oregon Medical Board, or ability to obtain by agreed upon start date of employment
• Valid Drug Enforcement Administration certification for prescription of controlled substances, or ability to obtain by agreed upon start date of employment
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) CPR certification, or ability to obtain by agreed upon start date of employment
• Maintains ABMS-approved board certification in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine or Emergency Medicine

Professional Competencies
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Basic computer skills and experience in using practice management software
• Ability to provide culturally appropriate care for a diverse college population
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds, in support of an inclusive and welcoming environment

Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in college health care at a large public institution
• Three years of supervisory experience
• Experience in a multidisciplinary, highly matrixed healthcare environment

FLSA Exempt: Yes

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit our website.

The University of Oregon is an equal-opportunity institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please email us or call View phone number on click.appcast.io.

UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy (including pregnancy-related conditions), age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including family medical history), ancestry, familial status, citizenship, service in the uniformed services (as defined in federal and state law), veteran status, expunged juvenile record, and/or the use of leave protected by state or federal law in all programs, activities and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable laws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy. Questions may be referred to the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access. Contact information, related policies, and complaint procedures are listed here.

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Advertised: 11 Sep 2026 Pacific Daylight Time

Applications close:


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