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Job Summary:
The Internal Medicine Program Director is a highly influential and dynamic leadership role responsible for overseeing the Internal Medicine Residency Program. As the head of the program, the Program Director plays a critical role in the education and training of medical residents, ensuring the program's compliance with accreditation standards, and fostering a positive learning environment. The Program Director collaborates with faculty, residents, and other stakeholders to maintain the program's excellence and support the professional growth of residents.
Qualifications:
• Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school.
• Board certification in Internal Medicine.
• Eligibility for medical licensure in the state/region of practice.
• Previous experience as a Core Faculty member or Assistant Program Director within an internal medicine residency program preferred.
• Understanding of ACGME accreditation standards and requirements.
• Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate others.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Research experience and/or scholarly activities preferred.
Responsibilities:
1. Program Leadership and Management:
• Provide visionary leadership and strategic direction for the Internal Medicine Residency Program.
• Oversee and coordinate all aspects of the program, including recruitment, orientation, scheduling, evaluations, and graduation of residents.
• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and initiatives to enhance the program's effectiveness and resident satisfaction.
2. Curriculum Development and Evaluation:
• Collaborate with faculty to design and update the internal medicine curriculum, ensuring it meets the educational objectives and aligns with accreditation requirements.
• Regularly assess the curriculum's effectiveness and make necessary adjustments to maintain its relevance and quality.
• Aligning the Curriculum to meet the needs of the community along with the mission of the Sponsoring Institution and Program.
3. Resident Education and Mentorship:
• Foster a supportive and enriching learning environment for residents, promoting academic and personal growth.
• Provide mentorship and career guidance to residents, assisting them in their professional development and research pursuits.
4. Accreditation and Compliance:
• Ensure the program's compliance with the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) and other relevant accrediting bodies' standards.
• Coordinate the preparation and submission of required documentation for accreditation reviews and site visits.
5. Assessment and Evaluation:
• Oversee the development and implementation of resident assessment tools, including regular evaluations, milestone assessments, and In-Training Examinations (ITE).
• Review resident performance data and provide feedback to help residents achieve their learning objectives.
6. Quality Improvement and Research:
• Lead quality improvement initiatives to enhance the program's educational outcomes and resident experiences.
• Encourage and support residents and faculty in research projects and scholarly activities.
7. Faculty Development:
• Promote faculty development opportunities to enhance teaching and mentoring skills.
• Model and mentor faculty in their academic and research pursuits.
8. Committee Participation and Institutional Collaboration:
• Serve on internal medicine residency program committees and participate in institutional meetings to represent the program and collaborate on cross- disciplinary initiatives.
9. Resident Well-being and Advocacy:
• Advocate for resident well-being and work to ensure a healthy work-life balance.
• Address and resolve resident concerns and issues promptly and effectively.
• Work-life balance focused practice, including flexible schedules and unmatched practice support
• We can focus on providing excellent patient care without managing overhead and billing.
• We demonstrate our commitment to a culture of equity, inclusion, and diversity by hiring physicians that reflect and celebrate the diversity of people and cultures.
• We practice in an environment with patients at the center and deliver culturally responsive and compassionate care to member populations.
• Multi-specialty collaboration with a mission-driven integrated health care delivery model.
• An outstanding electronic medical record system that allows flexibility in patient management
• We have a very rich and comprehensive Physician Health & Wellness Program.
• We are Physician-led and develop our own leaders.
• Professional development opportunities in teaching, research, mentorship, physician leadership, and community service.
EXTRAORDINARY BENEFITS:
• Shareholder track
• Moving allowance
• Comprehensive medical and dental
• Home loan assistance up to $250,000 (approval required)
• Malpractice and tail insurance
• Three retirement plans, including pension
• Paid holidays, sick leave, education leave
We are an EOE/AA/M/F/D/V Employer. VEVRAA Federal Contractor
https://tpmg.permanente.org/careers/
Contact Harjit Singh at:
Harjit.X.Singh@kp.org | (510) 625-5963
Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and qualifications for the position of Internal Medicine Program Director. Specific duties and requirements may vary based on the institution and program's needs.
Compensation Information:
$300000.0 / Annually - $300000.0 / Annually
Starting At: 300000.0 Annually
Up To: 305040.0 Annually
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