Assistant Site Director, Sault Ste. Marie Stream Family Medicine Residency Program

Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM); Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in medical education is seeking an Assistant Site Director for the Family Medicine Residency Program. This role involves collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance residency education, ensuring that learners are well-prepared for practice in northern and rural communities. The position requires a Doctor of Medicine degree, Family Medicine certification, and strong communication skills. Ideal candidates will have experience in postgraduate education and residency program administration. Join a forward-thinking institution committed to innovative education and research for a healthier north.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine degree and Family Medicine certification required.
• Experience in postgraduate education and residency administration is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Direct all aspects of education for Family Medicine residents.
• Collaborate on residency program development and assessment.
• Ensure learners are prepared for practice in rural communities.

Skills

Postgraduate education involvement

Residency program administration

Effective communication in English

French/Indigenous language skills

Education

Doctor of Medicine degree

Certification in Family Medicine (CCFP)

Current license to practice medicine in Ontario

Job description

Assistant Site Director, Sault Ste. Marie Stream Family Medicine Residency Program

Competition Number: 2025-1947-DM

Position Title: Assistant Site Director, Sault Ste. Marie Stream Family Medicine Residency Program

Unit: Postgraduate Medical Education

Location: Northern Ontario

Term: Two (2.0) years, renewable

Number of Positions: 1

Closing Date: Open until filled.

Position Start Date: March 1, 2025

Reporting

The Sault Ste. Marie Stream Assistant Site Director for the NOSM University (NOSM U) Family Medicine residency program reports to the Program Director, Family Medicine, or designate.

Responsibilities

Summary of Functions

In collaboration with Family Medicine Program Director, the other Stream Site Directors, and the Sault Ste. Marie Stream Faculty and/or Competency Coaches, providing direction for all aspects of education for the Sault Ste. Marie Stream residents including:

• Planning, development and promotion of residency education including competencies, objectives, outcomes, curriculum and assessment consistent with the accreditation standards of the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC) and with the mission and values of NOSM U.
• Working in collaboration with the site administrative coordinator (SAC) or other administrative personnel to ensure a practical orientation and a welcoming positive environment for learners.
• Ensuring that learners are well prepared for practice in northern, rural and remote communities.
• Participating in overall program assessment and evaluation such as annual quality improvement.
• Contributing to the recruitment and development of clinical academic sites across Northern Ontario.

Specific Responsibilities

Collaborates with the other stream Site Director(s) and the Sault Ste. Marie Stream Site Director in the following tasks and responsibilities:

Administration

• Selection of residents to the stream/program.
• Acts as a dossier reviewer and/or attends residency interview days.
• Represents and/or attends as the stream delegate to:
• Residency Program Committee (RPC)
• Annual face-to-face RPC retreat
• Resident Assessment Committee
• Academics Curriculum Committee
• Any other program committees as required.
• Maintains regular contact with designated residents by phone or email to discuss strategies to improve learning, teaching and the learning environment in the rural communities.
• Visits active teaching sites at the request of the Program Director.

Academic

Assists with the following:

• Overseeing the clinical experiences of rural residents to ensure all objectives and competencies can be achieved.
• Scheduling of resident rotations, in collaboration with the SAC and the LEG administrator.
• Ensuring appropriate assessment of residents in line with the program requirements.
• Ensuring that each Sault Ste. Marie resident has an identified Competency Coach.
• Identifying and securing resources required for the delivery of the curriculum.
• Maintaining regular communication with clinical teachers and Competency Coaches.
• Ensuring the provision of safe learning/teaching, research and clinical environments for learners, staff and faculty.

Qualifications

Education

• Doctor of Medicine degree.
• Certification in Family Medicine (CCFP).
• Possession of a current license to practice medicine in the province of Ontario.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Holds (or is eligible for) a faculty appointment with NOSM U.
• Several years of involvement in postgraduate education is an asset.
• Experience in the administration of postgraduate residency programs is an asset.

Language

• Must be able to communicate effectively in English (verbally, written and comprehension).
• French/Indigenous language skills would be considered an asset.

Remuneration

• As per the stipendiary faculty remuneration process.

Time Commitment

• One and one-half (1.5) days per month.

Interested candidates are invited to apply online or submit a resume along with verification of academic accomplishments quoting the competition number # 2025-1947-DM to:

NOSM University
Attention: Human Resources
935 Ramsey Lake Road, Sudbury, Ontario P3E 2C6
Email: [e-mail]
Fax: [phone]

NOSM University (NOSM U) offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout its recruitment processes.

NOSM U invites applications from all qualified individuals and is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace.

NOSM U needs to gather information about applicants’ status as either Permanent Residents of Canada or Canadian citizens.

While all responses are appreciated and will be handled with the strictest confidence, only those being considered for interviews will be acknowledged.

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