GRADUATE MEDICAL EDUCATION INTERNAL MEDICINE PROGRAM DIRECTOR - PHYSICIAN

SGMC Health; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health organization in Valdosta seeks an Internal Medicine Program Director to oversee all aspects of residency education, ensuring alignment with ACGME standards while maintaining an active clinical practice. Responsibilities include administration, resident recruitment, evaluation processes, and fostering partnerships with community hospitals. Candidates should hold an MD or DO, possess internal medicine certification, and have significant leadership experience. Competitive compensation and benefits will be offered, making this an excellent opportunity for visionary educators.

Qualifications

• At least three years of documented educational and/or administrative experience in internal medicine.
• Proven ability to lead culture change and promote mission across complex clinical settings.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and data-driven improvement skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain an educational environment for residents.
• Ensure recruitment and evaluation processes reflect commitment to care.
• Lead Program Evaluation Committee to ensure continuous improvement.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Data-driven improvement

Leadership in culture change

Education

MD or DO from an accredited medical school

Current certification in internal medicine

License to practice in Georgia

Job description

Description

Graduate Medical Education Internal Medicine Program Director – Physician

Job Description

The Internal Medicine Program Director must responsibly, be authority and accountable for: 1) administration and operations, 2) teaching and scholarly activity, 3) resident recruitment and selection, 4) evaluation and promotion of residents, 5) disciplinary action, 6) supervision of residents, and 7) resident education in the context of patient care. The Program Director must administer and maintain an educational environment conducive to educating residents/fellows in each of the ACGME competency areas and in conformance with SGMC policies and procedures. Additionally, the Program Director must maintain clinical practice in addition to their administrative duties.

Mission, Vision, Values Anchor

SGMC Graduate Medical Education exists to improve the lives of all we serve by providing compassionate, high-quality care and training physicians through graduate medical education to fulfil SGMC Health’s mission with clinical excellence and community dedication. We are committed to increasing access to care in South and rural Georgia and broadening the pipeline of physicians serving these communities.

Program Director Responsibilities

• Champion our program purpose and identity and communicate this identity consistently to residents, applicants, faculty, hospital stakeholders, and community partners (e.g., at orientation, faculty meetings, PEC/CCC, website and recruitment materials).
• Translate values into measurable goals and track progress; share outcomes annually with residents, faculty, DIO/GMEC, and hospital leadership.
• Ensure recruitment, curriculum, and evaluation processes reflect our commitment to compassionate care, clinical excellence, and community dedication.
• Promote initiatives that expand access to care in South and rural Georgia and strengthen the physician workforce pipeline.
• Maintain high‑quality clinical and didactic education aligned with ACGME standards and SGMC Health priorities.
• Lead Program Evaluation Committee (PEC) and Annual Program Evaluation (APE) to ensure continuous improvement.
• Provide competency‑based evaluations and ensure readiness for independent practice.
• Design mission‑driven recruitment strategies to attract candidates committed to rural and underserved care.
• Build partnerships with community hospitals and clinics to broaden training opportunities and access to care.
• Maintain full compliance with ACGME and institutional requirements; prepare for site visits and reporting.
• Mentor faculty to deliver education that reflects SGMC Health’s mission and values.

Qualification Requirements

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
• Current certification in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine or the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine.
• A license to practice medicine in the state of Georgia or the ability to obtain a full, unrestricted license in Georgia.
• At least three years of documented educational and/or administrative experience in internal medicine.
• Proven ability to lead culture change and promote mission, vision, values across complex clinical settings.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and data‑driven improvement skills.
• Maintain clinical privileges at SGMC Health.
• Onsite M–F.
• 50% administrative responsibility.
• Comply with all hospital bylaws, rules and regulations, and policies.

Clinical Duties

The Program Director will maintain an active clinical practice as determined by SGMC GME Office to meet ACGME requirements for administrative responsibilities and SGMC physician employment requirements.

Academic/Educational/Administrative Duties

The Program Director is accountable to the DIO, GMEC, and ACGME RRC for timely, accurate, and high‑quality completion of all tasks. While some duties may be delegated, ultimate responsibility remains with the Program Director.

Key Responsibilities

Oversight of Education

Ensure quality of didactic and clinical education across all sites.

• Review and update curricula as needed.
• Select and evaluate associate directors and faculty annually.
• Approve site directors and maintain accurate faculty lists in ADS.
• Conduct annual program evaluation and monitor action plans.
• Implement timely resident evaluations (semiannual and summative).

GME Governance

Mentor new program directors/other faculty for future leadership roles.

• Comply with SGMC GME policies and ACGME requirements.

Regulatory Compliance

• Maintain accurate resident schedules.
• Ensure faculty supervision documentation and compliance with duty hour regulations.
• Facilitate resident credentialing (NPI, permits).

Community

Valdosta is one of Georgia’s most enriched and successful communities. The area boasts a thriving business community, superb educational system, affordable housing, and endless opportunities for recreation, entertainment and the arts. Enjoy a short scenic drive to the pristine beaches of Florida’s Atlantic and Gulf Coast. Access to Atlanta, Jacksonville and Tallahassee. Enjoy a vibrant downtown, eateries & tranquil city parks. We have an abundance of family amenities including sport leagues, swim/tennis/golf & country clubs. We are home to Moody Air Force Base and Georgia’s very own Valdosta State University with over 12,000 students. Our local regional airport has non‑stop flights to Atlanta Hartsfield International Airport daily. Come see why we are the “Azalea City of the South.”

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