Director, Student Health Center (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant)

Who is Saint Louis University? Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service.

Director, Student Health Center (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant)

Shape the Future of Student Health While Continuing to Practice

Saint Louis University is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to serve as the next Director of the Student Health Center. This unique leadership opportunity combines approximately 50% direct patient care and 50% administrative leadership, allowing you to maintain an active clinical practice while guiding the strategic vision and operations of a comprehensive student health center.

As Director, you will lead an experienced multidisciplinary team dedicated to supporting the health, well-being, and success of SLU students. Working within the Division of Student Development, you will help advance our Jesuit mission of cura personalis—care for the whole person—through an integrated approach to healthcare, wellness, prevention, and student support.

This role is ideal for a provider who enjoys both patient care and leadership and is looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact within higher education and college health.

Why Join Saint Louis University?

• Maintain an active clinical practice while serving in a leadership role
• Care for a diverse college-aged and graduate student population in an outpatient setting
• Lead an established Student Health Center supported by experienced clinical and administrative staff
• Collaborate closely with Counseling Services, Campus Recreation and Wellness, and Dean of Students teams
• Influence strategic planning, clinical operations, and student health initiatives across campus
• Work in a mission-driven environment committed to holistic student well-being
• Competitive salary range of $110,000–$130,000
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, and tuition benefits

About the Role

The Director provides strategic, operational, and clinical leadership for Student Health Services and Physical Therapy at Saint Louis University. The position balances direct patient care with leadership responsibilities that support clinical excellence, operational effectiveness, and student-centered service delivery.

The Director reports to the Assistant Vice President for Student Well-being and collaborates with campus partners and healthcare providers to ensure high-quality, accessible care for students.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Practice & Patient Care

• Provide primary care services to Saint Louis University students in an outpatient setting
• Conduct health assessments, physical examinations, preventive care, and follow-up treatment
• Support patient care management and complex case consultation as needed
• Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals
• Serve as an Epic EHR clinician, accessibility manager, and super user

Leadership & Operations

• Lead the daily operations of the Student Health Center and Physical Therapy services
• Guide strategic planning, goal setting, and continuous quality improvement initiatives
• Oversee departmental policies, procedures, compliance efforts, and clinical best practices
• Manage departmental budgeting, resource allocation, and operational planning
• Monitor healthcare trends and recommend innovative approaches to student health services

Team Development

• Provide leadership and support to clinical and administrative staff
• Foster a collaborative, patient-centered culture focused on service excellence
• Support recruitment, onboarding, supervision, and professional development efforts
• Partner with leadership staff to ensure effective staffing and service delivery

Campus & Community Collaboration

• Partner with departments across the University to support student well-being and success
• Participate on relevant committees, leadership teams, and campus initiatives
• Collaborate with local healthcare systems, public health agencies, and community partners
• Oversee student health and immunization compliance programs
• Support campus health response planning and public health initiatives

On-Call Support

• Participate in an administrative and clinical on-call structure that supports operational needs and student health concerns during non-business hours.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing, Physician Assistant Studies, or related health field
• Licensed Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant eligible to practice in Missouri
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Five years of clinical experience, including leadership, supervisory, administrative, or program management responsibilities
• Experience working with electronic health records (Epic experience preferred)

Preferred Qualifications

• Leadership experience in college health, ambulatory care, primary care, or student health settings
• Experience managing clinical operations, budgets, and personnel
• Knowledge of public health, healthcare compliance, and quality improvement practices
• Experience collaborating across diverse teams and stakeholder groups

Function

Student Support

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.