Medical Director

The University of North Carolina School of the Arts trains talented students from high school to graduate school for professional careers in the performing, visual and film and television arts. Students are admitted by audition or interview to the schools of: Dance, Design & Production, Drama, Film making, and Music. The Division of Student Affairs serves the physical, social, and emotional needs of a highly diverse student body, ages 13+, in the areas of health, wellness, counseling, transportation, orientation, residence life/housing, activities, and student development.
Within the Division of Student Affairs, the Wellness Center has healthcare professionals, counselors, athletic trainers and physical therapists. The Center offers a comprehensive array of services designed to nurture every aspect of our students well-being-from physical health to mental resilience. Our dedicated team of healthcare professionals, counselors, dietitians, psychiatrists, and athletic trainers is committed to providing personalized care and guidance to help students thrive throughout their academic journey at UNCSA and beyond.

This position ensures the delivery of safe, effective, and high-quality healthcare to students, promoting their physical, mental and emotional well-being. Serves as the medical officer within the Wellness Center, providing consultation to providers on complex medical cases in addition to providing direct primary care services to UNCSA students. Participate actively in various committee meetings, including divisional team meetings, student groups, and academic and other campus partners' planning sessions, as appropriate. Serve on and sometimes lead various committees that pertain to the delivery of quality health care and the promotion of health and wellness within the university community. The Medical Director is aware of social factors influencing health and actively maintains a varied and engaged environment. This position reports to the Vice Provost of Student Affairs.

Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm with occasional weekends

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing with a bachelor's degree ( BSN) and completion of a graduate master's or doctoral program. The position requires expertise in professional nursing with sound knowledge of nursing theory and concepts, standards of care, the ability to understand and apply public health rules, the ability to interpret applicable laws, and demonstrate good judgment. Experience in a clinic, an emergency department, or a physician's office. Experience in management and demonstrated effective leadership skills.

Successful completion of the Nurse Practitioner program and licensing as a Registered Nurse by the North Carolina Board of Nursing. If credentials exist outside of the state of North Carolina, the individual must be approved by the North Carolina Joint Subcommittee of the Board of Nursing and Board of Medical Examiners and "approved to practice medical acts" by the Joint Subcommittee within 60 days of hire.

Important Notice to Interested Candidates

To learn more about this position or to apply please visit the following link and submit the required application materials there.

Procedure for Candidacy:

Applications should include, as separate documents, a CV or resume and a letter of interest.

WittKieffer is assisting the University of North Carolina School of the Arts in this search. For fullest consideration, candidate materials should be received by April 30, 2025. The position will remain open until filled.

Leadership Profile: uncsa-medical-director-leadership-profile-4-3-25.pdf

Application materials should be submitted using WittKieffer's Medical Director-WittKieffer

Nominations and inquiries can be directly emailed to Christy Pratt and Jess Cummings at UNCSAMedicalDirector@wittkieffer.com

The University of North Carolina School of the Arts strives to cultivate an environment of respect and a sense of belonging for all individuals. UNCSA is committed to prohibiting employment discrimination based on race, religion, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, political affiliation, National Guard or Veteran status, genetic information, or disability.

This is an Exempt Professional Staff position. PLEASE NOTE: A criminal background check will be conducted on the finalist prior to the offer of employment. Applications will be treated confidentially until the final stages of the search process. Salary will be commensurate with experience.