Family Medicine Residency Program Director

Mohawk Valley Health System; Town of Union (NY); On-site; USD 300,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Family Medicine Residency Program Director to lead and manage patient care within a recognized area of practice. This role involves providing direct medical evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment for patients, while also training and supervising medical students and residents. The ideal candidate will possess a medical degree and have completed a residency, demonstrating strong leadership and communication skills. Join a forward-thinking organization that values quality care and continuous improvement, and make a meaningful impact in the community by enhancing medical education and patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Medical degree and residency completion required.
• Strong supervisory and communication skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage direct patient care including evaluations and treatment.
• Supervise medical students and residents in specialty activities.
• Direct and coordinate patient care activities of nursing staff.

Skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Ability to supervise and train clinical professionals

Knowledge of legal and ethical standards

Ability to maintain quality and safety standards

Knowledge of community medical services

Ability to develop educational programs

Ability to work independently and in teams

Knowledge of current medical principles

Education

Medical degree (M.D. or D.O.)

Completion of residency and internship

Job description

Family Medicine Residency Program Director

Under indirect supervision, provides and manages direct medical evaluation, diagnosis, procedures, and care for patients within a recognized area of practice, or for a specified patient population.

Core Job Responsibilities

• Provides and manages direct patient care, including physical examinations, evaluations, assessments, diagnoses and treatment for a specified patient population.
• Prescribes pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens as appropriate to assessed medical conditions.
• Refers patients to specialists and to relevant patient care resources as appropriate.
• Trains and supervises medical students and residents engaged in specialty activities and procedures, as appropriate.
• May manage the daily operations of a specific medical program, patient care unit, or other function.
• Directs and coordinates the patient care activities of nursing and support staff as required.
• Follows established organizational, departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards.
• As appropriate to the position, participates in specified health promotion, education and/or prevention programs.
• Performs related duties as directed or indicated.

Education/Experience Requirements

REQUIRED:

• Medical degree (M.D. or D.O.) and successful completion of a residency and internship.
• Experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified, which may include residency in a directly related medical specialty.
• Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
• Knowledge of community medical diagnostic and patient care services in area of medical expertise.
• Ability to supervise, advise, and train clinical professionals and/or students in area of expertise.
• Knowledge of relevant drugs and non-pharmaceutical patient care aids and ability to prescribe dosages and instruct patients in correct usage.
• Ability to develop and present educational programs and/or workshops.
• Knowledge of current principles, methods and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment in area of expertise.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.
• Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Licensure/Certification Requirements

REQUIRED:

• Current NYS Certification/Licensure
• Board certified or Board Eligible in Specified Area of Medical Specialty, Medical Specialty License or Certification if applicable

Disclaimer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.
Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.

Req Id 93264
Department FAMILY MEDICINE CENT
Shift Days
Shift Hours Worked 8.50
FTE 1
Employee Status A1 - Full-Time
Union Non-Union
Pay Range $300,000 -$350,000