The Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games will be hosted in Los Angeles, California in 2028, returning to the United States for the first time in over 30 years. 2028 will be the first time LA hosts the Paralympic Games, creating an opportunity to expand awareness, understanding and inclusion of people with disabilities.
LA28, the organizers for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, is on a mission to create an unparalleled Games experience for athletes, fans, partners, our community and our people. Our vision is to collectively create what's next through sport, community and the power of our differences.
Head of Medical Operations:The Head of Medical Operations will be a critical member of the Games Planning & Delivery (GPD) team. The Head of Medical Operations will sit within the GPD team and lead the medical operational planning required to deliver medical services for the Games, in collaboration with medical delivery partners and other LA28 functional area leads. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the role will:
Serve as the medical operational lead within LA28, responsible for medical operational planning, execution and decision making, in partnership with Senior Medical Advisor(s) and Chief Medical Officer (CMO)Drive operational planning, games-time requirements-gathering, and implementation of critical activities for the medical services functional area:Build medical services games operational planning and infrastructure to drive medical delivery for competition and non-competition venuesBuild the Olympic & Paralympic village medical services delivery model, including the PolyclinicCreate the medical workforce planWork closely with critical medical stakeholders, including the Senior Medical Advisor(s), CMO, USOPC medical leadership, the IOC Medical and Scientific Director, and the IPC CMO to inform planning and delivery of the medical services programEnsure alignment with government regulations and collaborate with community resources (e.g., EMS, hospitals) for large-scale events and delivery of medical servicesDevelop and manage the Medical Functional Area budgetServe as a link with the IOC Medical and Scientific Commission and IPC Chief Medical Officer on all medical services planning activities, including epidemiologic research initiatives in partnership with Senior Medical Advisor(s) and CMOCollaborate directly with the CMO, who will drive decisions for clinical delivery, medical policy, and medical procedureBackground & Qualifications:Minimum of 10 years of experience in medical planning and operational roles, clinical experience preferredExperience with medical delivery for large scale elite sporting eventsOlympic & Paralympic Games expertise preferredFluent working with Office suite products including Microsoft PowerPoint and ExcelDemonstrated commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB)Education:Master's degree or relevant work experience requiredDoctoral Degree in Sports Medicine or related field preferredSubmission Requirements:ResumeThe annual base salary range for this position is $150,000.00 - $170,000.00. The pay scale provided is the range that LA28 reasonably expects to pay as starting base compensation for this role. All LA28 compensation remains subject to final determination based on individual candidate qualifications, experience, or other reasonable criteria consistent with LA28's operational business needs and applicable law.
LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.
LA28 is committed to operating fair and unbiased recruitment procedures allowing all applicants an equal opportunity for employment, free from discrimination on the basis of religion, race, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, color, ethnic or national origin, or any other classification as may be protected by applicable law. We strive to build a team that is diverse, inclusive and encourages qualified candidates of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities to apply.
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