Medical Director (Medical Director, State Hospital/Developmental Center)

Job Description and Duties Porterville Developmental Center is seeking an accomplished Medical Director to provide executive-level direction for comprehensive medical and clinical services supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities This is a unique opportunity to shape clinical standards, advance quality improvement and health outcomes, and partner with executive leadership and multidisciplinary teams to deliver specialized, person-centered healthcare. Effective July 31, 2025, State employees are subject to a salary reduction of 4.62% in exchange for eight hours per month of the Personal Leave. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements • This position(s) require(s) a(n) Medical License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to to being hired. Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate: Knowledge of: Principles and practices of medicine, multidisciplinary treatment, and healthcare administration; care and treatment of individuals with developmental disabilities; applicable laws, regulations, and accreditation standards; quality improvement and program evaluation methods. Ability to: Plan, organize, and direct medical programs; analyze complex clinical and administrative issues and develop effective solutions; provide leadership and direction in a complex healthcare environment.