Medical Director

Herndon Solutions Group (HSG) is seeking an experienced Medical Director to provide clinical leadership and oversight for the Occupational Health Program supporting NASA Glenn Research Center (GRC) in Cleveland, Ohio. This role leads a comprehensive occupational health program supporting the health, safety, and readiness of the workforce behind NASA’s research and mission activities.

About the role

The Medical Director provides clinical leadership and oversight for the Occupational Health Program at NASA Glenn Research Center (GRC). This role ensures compliance with NASA Occupational Health Program requirements, oversees occupational medicine services, provides medical direction to clinical staff, and supports a safe, healthy, and mission-ready workforce. The Medical Director serves as the physician of record for occupational medical services and collaborates with NASA leadership, Safety and Health Division (SHeD), Industrial Hygiene, Emergency Management, Human Resources, and other stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Medical Director for the NASA Glenn Research Center Occupational Health Program.
• Provide clinical leadership and physician oversight for occupational medicine services.
• Supervise and mentor clinical staff, including physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and nursing personnel.
• Ensure high standards of clinical care and evidence-based medical practice.
• Perform and oversee occupational medical evaluations, medical surveillance examinations, and fitness-for-duty assessments.
• Evaluate and treat occupational injuries and illnesses; provide return-to-work recommendations, work restrictions, and medical guidance.
• Review medical information related to reasonable accommodations and consult on job-specific medical requirements.
• Identify workplace health trends and recommend preventive measures to improve employee health and safety.
• Lead the Medical Quality Assurance Program, ensuring compliance with NASA policies, HIPAA, OSHA, and applicable federal and state regulations.
• Develop, implement, and maintain clinical policies, procedures, and occupational health protocols.
• Support internal and external audits, Occupational Health Program reviews, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Provide medical leadership for emergency response planning, pandemic preparedness, and mass casualty planning.
• Oversee the NASA Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Program, including medical protocols and quality assurance.
• Participate in emergency response exercises and provide medical consultation during emergency events.
• Support employee health promotion, wellness initiatives, preventive medicine programs, and occupational health education.
• Provide travel medicine consultations, immunization recommendations, and medical clearances for domestic and international travel.
• Provide oversight of clinical documentation, electronic health records, medical record confidentiality, and regulatory reporting.
• Collaborate with NASA leadership, Safety & Health, Industrial Hygiene, Human Resources, and other stakeholders to support Occupational Health Program objectives.
• Participate on committees, working groups, and multidisciplinary teams supporting workforce health and safety.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited institution.
• Current unrestricted physician license in the State of Ohio.
• Board Certified in Preventive Medicine or a Primary Care specialty.
• Minimum of five (5) years of physician experience, preferably in Occupational Medicine.
• Demonstrated leadership experience overseeing clinical programs or multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Experience with occupational health regulations, workers' compensation, medical surveillance, and return-to-work programs.
• Experience with electronic health record systems.
• Current DEA registration.

Preferred Qualifications

• Board Certification in Occupational Medicine.
• Prior experience supporting federal agencies or government contractors.
• Knowledge of NASA Occupational Health Programs.
• Experience supporting industrial, aerospace, manufacturing, or research environments.
• Experience leading quality assurance and accreditation activities.
• Familiarity with OSHA, HIPAA, CLIA, and federal occupational health regulations.

Skills

• Ability to work independently with high initiative and attention to detail.
• Strong ethical character and professional integrity.
• Excellent communication skills with diverse stakeholders.
• Openness to innovation and adaptability to new environments.
• Confidence in personal ideas and ability to inspire a team.
• Commitment to high standards and quality work.

Schedule

This is a part-time position, scheduled for approximately 24 hours per week. The work schedule will be coordinated based on program needs and NASA Glenn Research Center operating requirements.

Working Conditions

The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

• Physical Demands: May require walking, sitting, or standing for extended periods; reaching with hands and arms; balancing; stooping; talking or hearing; manual dexterity for operating office equipment; occasional moving or lifting up to 50 pounds with assistance. Requires close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Work Environment: Primarily office and clinical setting at NASA Glenn Research Center. May include participation in emergency response activities, facility assessments, walking throughout campus facilities, and occasional support during emergency operations.
• Travel: Low amount of travel away from the office may be required.

This position is contingent upon contract award, with a tentative start date of November 1, 2026.