Family Medicine Residency Program Director

Whiddon College of Medicine at the University of South Alabama; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Whiddon College of Medicine at the University of South Alabama is seeking a Family Medicine Residency Program Director in the Mobile area. This full-time, on-site role oversees curriculum design, implementation, and quality improvement to meet ACGME standards.

The director mentors residents, conducts evaluations, and partners with clinical and academic leadership to advance patient-centered care and accreditation readiness.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills for teaching, mentoring, and feedback.
• Expertise in Family Medicine with board certification.
• Experience with case management in outpatient/inpatient settings.
• Leadership in graduate medical education and curriculum development.
• Excellent organizational and administrative abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the Family Medicine residency program.
• Design and implement curriculum and continuous quality improvement.
• Supervise residents, conduct evaluations, and support learning plans.
• Recruit residents, coordinate faculty schedules, maintain accreditation docs.
• Collaborate with leadership to advance the department and college.

Skills

Communication

Family Medicine

Case Management

GME Leadership

Organizational Skills

Education

MD/DO

Job description

Company Description

The University of South Alabama Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine is a member of the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) and offers an LCME-accredited Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) program and a Ph.D. program in Basic Medical Sciences. USA Health residency and fellowship programs are affiliated with the College and accredited by the ACGME, providing robust training pathways for future clinicians and scientists. The institution is committed to innovative research, education, and clinical care within a culture of excellence, discovery, and scholarship. Its mission is to prepare the next generation of physicians, scientists, and educators to advance patient-centered, equitable healthcare in the region and beyond.

Role Description

The Family Medicine Residency Program Director is a full-time, on-site leadership role based in the Mobile Metropolitan Area. This position oversees all aspects of the Family Medicine residency program, including curriculum design, implementation, and continuous quality improvement to meet ACGME standards. The Program Director provides direct supervision and mentorship to residents, conducts regular evaluations, and supports individual learning plans and professional development. Responsibilities include recruiting and selecting residents, coordinating faculty teaching and conference schedules, and ensuring an educational environment that promotes evidence-based, patient-centered care. The role also involves collaborating with clinical and academic leadership, maintaining accreditation documentation, leading program meetings, and participating in departmental and institutional committees to advance the mission of the College of Medicine and USA Health.

Qualifications

• Strong Communication skills, including the ability to teach, mentor, provide constructive feedback, and collaborate effectively with residents, faculty, and interdisciplinary teams.


• Expertise in Family Medicine and clinical Medicine, with board certification in Family Medicine and a record of high-quality patient care.


• Experience with Case Management in outpatient and inpatient family medicine settings, including care coordination, continuity of care, and population health approaches.


• Demonstrated leadership experience in graduate medical education, including curriculum development, resident assessment, and familiarity with ACGME requirements and competency-based education.


• Excellent organizational and administrative skills, with the ability to manage program operations, accreditation documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives.


• M.D. or D.O. degree from an accredited institution and eligibility for medical licensure in the state of Alabama.