Agency Medical Director - Illinois Department of Corrections (Chicago)

The Illinois Department of Corrections is seeking a mission-driven Agency Medical Director to oversee healthcare across 32 facilities, ensuring that approximately 30,000 individuals in custody receive high-quality, evidence-based, and constitutionally appropriate care Position Highlights Chief of Health Services for IDOC Supervise medical staff and clinical operations Oversee healthcare contracts, budgets, and compliance Ensure quality assurance and continuous improvement Serve as liaison with legal, regulatory, and oversight bodies Position Benefits Health, dental, vision, and life insurance 12 weeks paid maternity / paternity leave Pension plan and deferred compensation Paid holidays, sick leave, personal days, and vacation Tuition reimbursement and career advancement opportunities Employee Assistance Program and mental health resources Position Requirements Illinois medical license (MD or DO) Board Certified in Internal medicine, Family Medicine, or Emergency Medicine 4 years leadership experience