Medical Director – Science and Education

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Maryland.

📋 Description

• Act as the senior physician advisor for Training Services at the American Red Cross.

• Deliver physician-level clinical governance, external credibility, and regulatory guidance across various domains including hospital, EMS, workplace, and aquatic environments.

• Collaborate with the Vice President, Chief Clinical Officer, and senior leadership on clinical standards, protocols, emerging scientific advancements, and overall organizational strategy.

• Ensure that clinical content and programs are in line with the latest ILCOR science, recommendations from the Scientific Advisory Council, and national best practices.

• Oversee peer review and credentialing for clinical content, instructional design, and program materials.

• Aid in quality improvement, regulatory compliance, accreditation, certification, and continuing education initiatives.

• Evaluate high-acuity content such as BLS, ALS, PALS, NALS, and prehospital education.

• Act as the main physician liaison to the Scientific Advisory Council and assist its sub-councils.

• Convert guidance from the Scientific Advisory Council into actionable program updates.

• Provide clinical validation and establish credibility within hospital, EMS, and prehospital settings.

• Facilitate engagement with hospitals, health systems, EMS agencies, and regulatory bodies during contracts, program assessments, and partnerships.

• Represent the organization in relevant clinical, scientific, and regulatory discussions.

• Grant signature authority on clinical documentation as mandated by state law and regulatory agencies.

• Collaborate with Clinical Directors and the Senior Director of Science and Education on the enterprise clinical strategy.

• Offer insights on new product development, market expansion, and program improvement.

⛳️ Requirements

• MD, DO, or PhD in Biomedical Science or a related field is required, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

• A current, active, and unrestricted U.S. medical license is required.

• At least 8 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience is required.

• Strong understanding of evidence-based medicine, clinical governance, and healthcare regulatory frameworks.

• Capability to translate clinical science into operational programs and educational materials.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong collaborative abilities with multidisciplinary clinical and operational teams.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant enterprise software systems.

• Willingness to travel 10-20% of the time.

• Active or previous experience as an EMS Medical Director is preferred.

• Experience in resuscitation science, ILCOR-aligned guideline development, or AHA/ARC program leadership is strongly preferred.

• Fellowship training in EMS, Critical Care, or Resuscitation is preferred.

• Board Certification in EMS medicine is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans.

• Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts.

• PTO: Starting at 15 days annually, based on job type and tenure.

• 11 paid holidays: six core holidays and five floating holidays.

• 401K plan with up to 6% match.

• Paid Family Leave.

• Employee Assistance Program.

• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance.

• Service Awards and recognition programs.

• Mentorship and career growth support.

• Competitive compensation along with benefits.

• Fully remote work-from-home opportunity.