Job no: 550569
Work type: Staff
Location: San Diego
Categories: Unit 1 - UAPD - Union of American Physicians/Dentists, Health Professionals, Temporary, Full Time, On-site (work in-person at business location)
Position Description

POSITION SUMMARY

San Diego State University’s Student Health Services (SHS) is seeking a dedicated Physician to provide high-quality, efficient, and student-centered medical care. Under the supervision of the Medical Director, the Physician will play a key role in delivering primary health care services, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and supporting the well-being of SDSU’s diverse student population.

DEPARTMENT SUMMARY

Student Health Services offers primary medical care and health promotion to students of San Diego State University through a wide range of programs and services. Care is provided by board certified physicians, certified nurse practitioners and other medical staff including nurses, clinical laboratory scientists, x-ray technologists, medical assistants, and pharmacists. In addition to the basic medical care, Student Health Services offers health education, orthopedics, and psychiatry.
The mission of SDSU Student Health Services is to provide high-quality, convenient, student- focused medical care in a safe and welcoming environment, actively partnering with our student- patients to help them achieve and maintain healthy lives in support of their personal and academic success.
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EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Graduation from a medical school and completion of a residency training program in a primary care field such as family medicine, general internal medicine, gynecology, general pediatrics, emergency medicine, preventive medicine accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) or equivalent.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge and skills in managing mental health problems, including longitudinal care for mild to moderate anxiety and unipolar depression.
• Knowledge of health promotion and ability to connect student-patients with appropriate campus or community resources.
• Proficiency with computers, including word processing, email, and electronic medical records documentation.
• Training and experience in interpreting digital x-rays, electrocardiograms (ECGs), and spirometry reports.
• Ability to manage a challenging workload, adapt to same-day scheduling changes, and maintain positive relationships with colleagues and students.
• At least one year of post-residency primary care experience, preferably in a college health or young adult setting, is preferred.
• Training and experience managing concussions in student-patients is preferred.
• Training and experience performing minor surgical procedures (e.g., punch biopsy, incision, and drainage, toenail avulsion, laceration repair) is preferred.
• Experience in specialized areas of student-patient care, including insertion/removal of long-acting reversible contraceptives, prescribing HIV PrEP/PEP, and prescribing gender-affirming therapy, is preferred.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION AND EMPLOYMENT

All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, San Diego State University (SDSU) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. SDSU complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.
SDSU is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At SDSU, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.

• Provide Comprehensive Medical Care: Assess, diagnose, and manage acute, episodic, and chronic conditions, as well as provide preventive and health maintenance services.
• Collaborate with Multidisciplinary Teams: Work closely with other physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, and medical staff to ensure coordinated and effective patient care.
• Utilize On-Site Resources: Incorporate radiology, laboratory, pharmacy, and in-house specialty clinics (Orthopedic and Gyn) into patient care.
• Support Student-Athletes: Consult with Athletic Medicine physicians and athletic trainers on student-athlete health concerns.Follow Clinical Protocols: Deliver care consistent with established standardized procedures and adapt to the changing needs of the health center.