Physician Program Director - Family Medicine

Knappmed; Weslaco (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Physician Program Director for their Family Medicine Residency Program. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead a program recognized for its excellence, with a focus on quality patient care and education. The ideal candidate will bring extensive clinical experience and a passion for teaching, ensuring the highest standards in medical education. Join a collaborative team committed to professional growth and community health, and enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance in a supportive environment. If you are ready to make a significant impact in the field of family medicine, this position is for you.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of Family Medicine clinical experience required.
• Experience in ACGME-accredited residency program is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee administration and curriculum planning for the FM Residency Program.
• Responsible for teaching, supervision, and recruitment of residents.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Mentorship experience

Inpatient care experience

Research and scholarship involvement

Education

Family Medicine post residency clinical experience

GME teaching/administrative experience

Job description

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Overview

Knapp Medical Center is a 227-bed not-for-profit, acute care hospital, and a member of the Prime Healthcare Foundation. Located in Weslaco, TX, we provide exceptional healthcare services to residents of the Mid-Valley. Knapp is proud to be recognized as the only CMS 5 Star hospital in the entire valley. Additionally, we have achieved a Leapfrog Hospital Grade “A” multiple times in a row. These accomplishments reflect our unwavering commitment to excellence in healthcare. With state-of-the-art technology, progressive diagnostic and treatment options, and patient-focused care, we continuously strive to exceed expectations and deliver the highest standard of healthcare to our community.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Designated Institutional Official (DIO), the Program Director is responsible for the general administration, curriculum planning, recruitment, and teaching and supervision of the FM Residency Program. The Program Director establishes the strategic direction of the Program and is responsible for the standards, quality and reputation of such. The Program Director is expected to support integration of the FM Program with physician practices and hospital clinical services in a manner that enhances value and quality, and that promotes an optimal environment for professional practice and medical education.

• Clinical Teaching and Supervision of Residents
• Core Program Clinical Teaching
• General Administration
• GME Committees/Meetings
• GME Lecturing/Teaching Conferences
• GME Recruiting/Interviewing
• GME Research/Scholarly Activity
• Resident Evaluation/Monitoring
• Program Evaluation

Qualifications

Education and Work Experience

Interested candidates must have three to five years of Family Medicine post residency clinical experience as well as core faculty experience in an ACGME-accredited Family Medicine Residency program. A minimum of 3 years of GME teaching/administrative experience as Program Director or Associate Program Director is also required. Qualified candidates will have excellent communication skills, active involvement in research and scholarship (publications, presentations, etc.), and mentorship experience of residents and students in scholarship and development of scholarship programs. Inpatient and administrative experience is preferred.

This is an exciting opportunity for the right Family Medicine physician to lead our Residency program and enjoy quality of life and team comradery working alongside highly trained physicians and support staff.

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Wellness and Fitness Services
• Medical Practices
• Hospitals and Health Care