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JOB POSTING
Find your path at UC Santa Cruz in Student Health Services. We are excited to announce a leadership opportunity on our clinical team.
Are you a Physician who is passionate about working with a diverse student community?
Would you like to make a positive difference in a college student's experience ?
We are seeking an Associate Medical Director who is an equity-minded professional committed to caring for and treating students from a wide range of socioeconomic, cultural, gender, and ethnic identities.
UC Santa Cruz is the county's largest employer and one of the most beautiful campuses in the nation. Perched on the coast overlooking Monterey Bay, our main campus offers a stunning setting and a vibrant community where over 3,100 staff members build meaningful careers, enjoy comprehensive benefits, and contribute to a mission that makes a difference.
UCSC offers staff a comprehensive benefits package designed to support health and well-being. Sample benefit options include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• UC Retirement Pension Plan
• Optional group term life, legal, and pet insurance
• Paid holidays, plus accrued vacation and sick leave
• Discounts at UCSC recreation facilities

For details, please visit: UCnet Benefits
https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html
Thank you for your interest in joining the UC Santa Cruz community.
Please Note: Review of applications will begin immediately following the initial review date (IRD). SHS will continue to review applications received after the IRD until a candidate is selected. Please consider applying if the IRD has passed based on this information.
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INITIAL REVIEW DATE (IRD)
UC Santa Cruz jobs are posted until filled. All application materials submitted by 11:59 pm on the IRD will be routed to the hiring team for consideration. NOTE: Applicants who miss the IRD are still encouraged to apply; their materials will still be forwarded for consideration if requested by the hiring team. Application materials cannot be accepted outside of the jobs portal. Applications cannot be edited on an applicant's behalf. For more information about the IRD and the applicant review process, view this link .
The IRD for this job is: 05-04-2026
ABOUT UC SANTA CRUZ
UC Santa Cruz is a public university like no other in California, combining the experience of a small, liberal arts college with the depth and rigor of a major research university. It's known as an unconventional place where innovation and experimentation is part of the campus's DNA. That playful, bold spirit still thrives today, all on a campus renowned as among the most beautiful in the world.
DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW
UC Santa Cruz (UCSC) Student Health Services (SHS) is a full-service medical facility offering clinical, educational, and psychological support to UCSC students. SHS is deeply committed to ensuring affordable, well-integrated, multidisciplinary healthcare that effectively supports the university's diverse campus communities through equitable access and culturally competent, high-quality programs and services.
The Primary Care Program offers primary care and same-day care services, supported by on-site radiology, a COLA-accredited clinical laboratory, and the campus pharmacy offering prescription and over-the-counter products. Counseling and Psychological Services, Case Management and Psychiatry services are available for crisis intervention, mental health support, and outreach services.
Additional departments include Student Health Outreach and Promotion (SHOP), home of the Condom Co-op, the Cove Collegiate Recovery Program (CCRP), where students receive harm-reduction and recovery services; CARE (Center for Advocacy, Resources & Empowerment) the advocacy and prevention education office that supports those who have experienced sexual assault, stalking, and dating/domestic violence; Optometry, and Student Insurance and Referral Programs.
Student Health Services employs approximately 150 staff and welcomes staff with an interest and experience working with college students with a wide range of ethnic, cultural, and gender identities.
More information can be found at healthcenter.ucsc.edu.
JOB SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Medical Director, the Associate Medical Director is a member of the University of California, Santa Cruz Student Health Services Management Team and, in conjunction with the Medical Director, is responsible for ensuring that issues affecting clinical practice, quality of care, staffing and clinician job satisfaction are appropriately managed in our Primary Care and Same Day Care Clinics.
The Associate Medical Director assumes responsibility for directly supervising primary and urgent care clinicians, and assumes a leadership role in ensuring the quality and consistency of care. The Associate Medical Director provides assistance to the Medical Director in matters that affect clinical practice and functions as a strategic partner and consultant to higher levels of management.
APPOINTMENT INFORMATION
Budgeted Salary: $285,000 - $325,000 annually
Under California law, the University of California, Santa Cruz is required to post a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. The salary shown above is the budgeted amount the University reasonably expects to pay and the salary extended should not exceed this posted amount.
Benefits Level Eligibility: Full benefits
Schedule Information:

• Full-time, Fixed
• Percentage of Time: 100%, 40 Hours per Week
• Days of the Week: Mon-Fri
• Shift Includes: Day

Employee Classification: Career appointment
Job End Date: None
Work Location: UC Santa Cruz Main Campus
Union Representation: Non-Represented
Job Code Classification: 000586 (PHYSCN SHS MGR 1) - Grade 30
Travel: Never or Rarely
JOB DUTIES
60% - Clinical Staff Leadership

• Serves as a key member of the clinical services management and primary care leadership teams, ensuring quality of care and participating in compliance and accreditation, policy development, and clinical workflows.
• Supervises career and per diem clinicians in Primary Care and Same Day Care Clinics, including recruitment, onboarding, scheduling, quality ensurance, and performance appraisals.
• Manages continuing educational development programs for medical staff.
• Partners with campus stakeholders to address student health and wellness needs.
• Works closely with the Medical Director in addressing clinic-wide issues.
• Acts in the role of the Medical Director in their absence.

40% - Patient Care & Clinic Resource

• Maintains an active clinical practice in Primary and/or Same Day Clinics.
• Functions as a resource for consultation with clinical staff on complex or difficult patient cases.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Current MD or DO California medical license in good standing (see Special Conditions of Employment for additional requirements)
• Board Certification in an applicable primary care specialty
• Minimum 3 years post-residency work experience providing primary care and/or urgent care to adults and/or adolescents (fellowship training may be counted toward this)
• Advanced clinical skills appropriate to the role as a clinical leader
• Effective diagnostic and decision-making skills in handling more difficult cases
• Urgent care skills and competence in performing minor outpatient surgical procedures and managing urgent medical problems
• Experience leading a team of clinical professionals
• Advanced written communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively in writing with patients, colleagues, and staff members
• Advanced oral communication and listening skills, with the ability to receive and give clear and concise information and communicate clearly and effectively with patients, colleagues, and staff members
• Demonstrated knowledge, understanding, and stated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the delivery of clinical services

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Clinical experience in a college health setting
• Additional training or clinical experience in areas that impact college-aged patients: adolescent medicine, infectious diseases, contraception, HIV prevention, depression, anxiety, gender-affirming health care, substance abuse, and disordered eating
• Experience with point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS)

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Current MD or DO California medical license in good standing.
• Graduate of an accredited medical or osteopathic school.
• Board Certification in an applicable primary care specialty.
• Current DEA Registration NPI (National Practitioner Identifier) number CA CURES Registration (Department of Justice).
• Selected candidate will be required to successfully complete a pre-hire criminal history background check and a pre-hire credentialing check.
• Selected candidate must pass the employment misconduct disclosure process.
• Must possess a current CPR certificate.
• Selected candidate will be required to take a TB test within 60 days of hire.
• Selected candidate will be required to complete training within established time frames as directed including UC compliance training.
• Complete Health Insurance Portability and Accessibility (HIPAA) training within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to read signs and follow directions on labels that are written in English as well as ability to read and understand Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) and the proper use of chemical compounds.
• Will be required to comply with current Student Health Center employee health safety requirements for health care workers as defined by state and federal regulatory agencies. Current health safety requirements are discussed during interview.
• The selected candidate will be required to work all scheduled hours on-site.
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends as directed.
• Ability to maintain appearance and conduct suitable for working in a professional setting.
• The University of California has implemented a Vaccination Policy covering all employees. Employees, including new hires, are required to comply with any applicable policies relating to the University of California vaccine program.
• Per the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA), this position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter. The selected candidate will be required to report known or suspected child abuse or neglect as defined by CANRA and will be required to sign a Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse prior to commencing employment. CANRA Penal Codes, and related definitions, requirements, and responsibilities may be obtained here .
• Exercise the utmost discretion in managing sensitive information learned in the course of performing their duties. Sensitive information includes but is not limited to employee and student records, health and patient records, financial data, strategic plans, proprietary information and any other sensitive or non-public information learned during the course and scope of employment. Understands that sensitive information should be shared on a limited basis and actively takes steps to limit access to sensitive information to individuals who have legitimate business need to know. Ensure that sensitive information is properly safeguarded. Follow all organizational policies and laws on data protection and privacy. This includes secure handling of physical and digital records and proper usage of IT systems to prevent data leaks. The unauthorized or improper disclosure of confidential work-related information obtained from any source on any work-related matter is a violation of these expectations.

MISCONDUCT DISCLOSURE REQUIREMENT
As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

• "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct:
  • UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
  • UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
  • Abusive Conduct in the Workplace

SAFETY STATEMENT
All UCSC employees must understand and follow job safety procedures, attend required health and safety training, proactively promote safety at work, and promptly report actual and potential accidents and injuries.
NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY
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