Program Director – Internal Medicine Residency | New Program, $380K+, Northeast MO

Britt Medical; Hannibal (MO); On-site; USD 342,000 - 418,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus: $50K+

Student loan repayment up to $100K

Relocation stipend: $10K

CME allowance: $5K

Paid malpractice coverage

Job summary

Britt Medical in Hannibal, Missouri, seeks a Board Certified Internal Medicine physician as Program Director for a new Residency Program, starting in 2027. This full-time role involves overall program leadership, curriculum development, and active clinical involvement.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for educating future physicians in a supportive environment. The position offers a competitive salary, sign-on bonus, generous benefits, and the chance to shape a new physician workforce in a meaningful and rural training setting.

Qualifications

• Board Certified in Internal Medicine (ABIM or AOBIM).
• Minimum of 3+ years of documented Graduate Medical Education experience.
• Active medical licensure and hospital privileges (or eligibility).

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the Internal Medicine Residency Program.
• Manage resident recruitment, selection, and evaluation.
• Engage in ongoing clinical practice in Internal Medicine.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Interpersonal skills

Graduate Medical Education experience

Education

MD or DO with Internal Medicine specialty training

Job description

A not‑for‑profit, single‑hospital healthcare system in northeast Missouri is seeking an experienced, Board Certified Internal Medicine physician to serve as Program Director for a newly accredited Internal Medicine Residency Program. With residents beginning in 2027, this is a rare opportunity to build and lead a rural training program from the ground up while maintaining meaningful clinical practice.

Position Highlights

• Full‑time Program Director role for new Internal Medicine Residency Program
• Residency program recently accredited; inaugural class begins 2027
• Responsible for overall program leadership, administration, and academic oversight
• Key duties include:
  • Resident recruitment, selection, supervision, and evaluation
  • Curriculum development and educational programming
  • Clinical teaching within patient care settings
  • Promotion, remediation, and disciplinary oversight
  • Development of a strong academic and learning environment across training sites
  • Scholarly activity and engagement with ACGME requirements and reporting
• Accountable to Graduate Medical Education leadership and accreditation bodies
• Ongoing expectation for active clinical practice in Internal Medicine
• Opportunity to help shape a new physician workforce in a rural training environment

Qualifications

• MD or DO with Internal Medicine specialty training
• Board Certified in Internal Medicine (ABIM or AOBIM)
• Minimum of 3+ years of documented Graduate Medical Education experience
• Active medical licensure and hospital privileges (or eligibility)
• Strong clinical and interpersonal leadership skills
• Commitment to ongoing patient care alongside academic leadership

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary starting around $380K+ (negotiable based on experience)
• Sign‑on bonus: $50K+
• Student loan repayment up to $100K
• Relocation stipend: $10K
• Annual CME allowance: $5K
• Paid malpractice coverage
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Retirement plan options
  • Paid time off
  • CME support and academic resources
• Additional incentives may include quality, productivity, and performance‑based bonuses

Location & Lifestyle

Located in a scenic Mississippi River community in northeast Missouri, this area offers a unique blend of small‑town charm, cultural heritage, and outdoor recreation. Residents enjoy a strong sense of community, affordable housing, and a relaxed pace of life with access to parks, trails, and Mississippi River recreation including boating and fishing. The region also features a growing arts scene, local festivals, and expanding outdoor amenities such as hiking and biking trails. With a location approximately 1.5 hours north of St. Louis, residents benefit from convenient access to a major metropolitan area while enjoying the comfort and affordability of a close‑knit community setting.