Medical Director

DEPARTMENT: Vanderburgh County Health Department

STATUS: Part-time

SALARY: TBD

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Reports to the Health Officer; works closely with the Health Administrator and departmental leadership

• Provide day-to-day medical leadership across departmental programs and services.
• Supervise and support clinical services delivered by the Department and its partners.
• Ensure programs operate in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and best practices.
• Serve as a clinical resource for staff and division leaders.

2. Departmental Operations and Improvement

• Work collaboratively with division directors to strengthen and improve existing programs.
• Evaluate departmental programs using key performance indicators and recommend improvements, prioritization, or expansion.
• Support implementation of the Department’s strategic plan through operational execution.
• Promote a culture of excellence, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

3. Policy Implementation and Technical Expertise

• Provide medical and scientific input into policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Assist with development and review of public health initiatives, emergency preparedness, and response activities.
• Stay current on emerging public health trends, clinical guidelines, and regulatory changes.

4. Internal Collaboration and Communication

• Maintain close working relationships with the Health Officer and Health Administrator.
• Provide regular updates on program performance, operational challenges, and resource needs.
• Participate in internal leadership meetings and planning efforts.