Support Provider Development and Clinical Education
The Student Health Center is committed to maintaining a clinical team that is prepared to respond to the evolving health needs of the student population. The Assistant Medical Director will have the opportunity to support provider development through mentorship, clinical education, and shared learning. Working together with the Medical Director, the Assistant Medical Director will need to identify educational needs, assist with clinical in-services, and reinforce the consistent use of current evidence-based practices.
Enhance Quality and Safety
Providing safe, reliable, and high-quality care requires an ongoing commitment to evaluation, learning, and improvement. The Assistant Medical Director will contribute to quality and safety efforts through the review of clinical outcomes, patient feedback, and peer review findings. There is an opportunity to help identify areas for improvement and assist with implementing and sustaining agreed-upon changes in practice.
Improve Access and Clinical Operations
As the student population and demand for services continue to evolve, the Student Health Center must regularly assess how students access and move through care. The Assistant Medical Director has the opportunity to provide clinical insight into scheduling and patient flow, and the use of primary care, specialty, nursing, and ancillary services in order to support timely access, continuity of care, and effective student experience.
Increase Interdisciplinary Collaboration
The Student Health Center’s collaborative care model depends on strong communication and coordination across SHC units, university departments, and external partners. The Assistant Medical Director will help foster productive working relationships, support shared approaches to student care, and address barriers that affect coordination, referrals, and continuity of services.