Opportunity Details
Psychiatry Program Director
Description: The Program Director will be responsible and accountable for operating the ACGME-accredited Psychiatry Residency Program. The role involves administering and maintaining an educational environment conducive to educating residents in all ACGME competency areas, with a focus on training compassionate, competent psychiatrists prepared for independent practice.
Job Specifics:
1. Time Commitment: Provide dedicated time for program administration as required by ACGME, with an FTE of 0.50 for administrative responsibilities.
2. Educational Oversight:
1. Develop and oversee quality didactic and clinical education experiences at all participating sites.
2. Establish goals, objectives, policies, and evaluation metrics in accordance with ACGME program requirements.
3. Monitor resident teaching, supervision, and well-being across training sites.
3. Program Administration:
1. Recruit and appoint local site directors accountable for resident education at each participating site.
2. Recruit, evaluate, and approve program faculty; ensure their continued participation based on evaluations.
3. Oversee program evaluations, ensuring compliance with ACGME and institutional policies.
4. Prepare and submit all required documentation to ACGME in a timely manner to maintain accreditation.
4. Resident Engagement:
1. Provide each resident with a documented, comprehensive evaluation and individualized learning plan at least twice yearly.
2. Maintain regular communication with residents during inpatient and outpatient rotations and monitor stress, wellness, and performance.
5. Committee Leadership:
1. Chair the Program Evaluation Committee (PEC).
2. Participate actively in Clinical Competency Committee (CCC) meetings.
6. Scholarly Activity:
1. Encourage and mentor residents and faculty in scholarly activities, including research, publications, and quality improvement initiatives.
7. Recruitment and Budgeting:
1. Annually recruit a qualified and diverse cohort of medical students through the NRMP Match.
2. Monitor and plan program budget costs in collaboration with institutional leadership.
8. Institutional Collaboration:
1. Attend required meetings (e.g., GMEC) and collaborate with the Designated Institutional Official (DIO) and Program Coordinator.
Requirements:
1. Certification and Licensure:
1. Board Certified in Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN).
2. Unrestricted licensure or eligibility for licensure to practice psychiatry in [State].
2. Experience:
1. Minimum of 3+ years of documented educational and/or administrative experience in Psychiatry Residency Programs (e.g., Core Faculty, Associate Program Director, or Program Director).
2. Demonstrated excellence in patient care, teaching, and leadership.
3. Evidence of ongoing scholarly activity per ACGME requirements (e.g., research, presentations, quality improvement projects).
3. Skills and Commitment:
1. Strong clinical, leadership, and communication skills.
2. Dedication to team-oriented care and resident education.
3. Familiarity with and adherence to ACGME and institutional policies and procedures.
Please send CV to Samantha.barnett@uhsinc.com
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