OB/GYN Associate Program Director Opportunity

OB/GYN Associate Residency Program Director Opportunity

Overview

The Associate Program Director (APD) for the Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program is a key leadership position that supports the Program Director in all aspects of program administration, resident education, and compliance with ACGME requirements. The APD plays a crucial role in enhancing the educational experience for residents and contributing to the overall success and continuous improvement of the program.

Key Responsibilities

• Program Support & Administration:
  • Assist the Program Director in ensuring full compliance with ACGME Program Requirements for Obstetrics and Gynecology and ACGME Common Program Requirements.
  • Support the development, implementation, and evaluation of the residency curriculum.
  • Participate in the annual program review and contribute to the development of program improvement initiatives.
  • Act as a liaison between residents, faculty, and the Program Director on various matters.
  • Assume the responsibilities of the Program Director in their absence.
  • Requires a minimum of 0.2 FTE (8 hours per week) of dedicated administrative time for program support and management.
• Resident Education & Mentorship:
  • Provide direct mentorship and advising to residents, guiding their professional and personal development.
  • Participate in the resident recruitment and selection process, including reviewing applications and conducting interviews.
  • Contribute to the resident evaluation process, including providing feedback, conducting performance assessments, and participating in Clinical Competency Committee (CCC) meetings.
  • Oversee specific areas of resident education, such as didactic sessions, simulation training, or specific clinical rotations, as assigned by the Program Director.
  • Monitor resident duty hours and ensure compliance with ACGME requirements.
• Faculty Engagement:
  • Collaborate with the Program Director in faculty development initiatives.
  • Assist in the evaluation of faculty teaching and mentorship.
  • Encourage faculty participation in resident education and program activities.
• Quality Improvement & Scholarly Activity:
  • Participate in program-specific quality improvement initiatives.
  • Encourage and facilitate resident scholarly activity, including research and quality improvement projects.
  • Engage in personal scholarly activity.
• Curriculum Development (Specific Focus):
  • May be assigned specific areas of curriculum development, such as specific subspecialty rotations, resident research curriculum, or resident well-being initiatives.
  • Ensure educational goals and objectives are met within assigned curriculum areas.

Qualifications

• Education & Certification:
  • Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree.
  • Board Certification by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ABOG) or equivalent.
  • Current, unrestricted medical license in the state where the program is located.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of one year of experience as an active faculty member in an ACGME-accredited Obstetrics and Gynecology residency program.
  • Demonstrated interest and experience in medical education, curriculum development, or resident mentorship.
• Skills & Attributes:
  • Strong organizational and administrative skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a leadership team.
  • Commitment to resident education and well-being.
  • Familiarity with ACGME requirements and accreditation processes.
  • Proactive and problem-solving oriented.

Reporting Structure

The Associate Program Director reports directly to the OB/GYN Residency Program Director.

Interviews are being scheduled now. If interested, send a CV and cover letter to: Robin Harrington, Physician Recruiter, rharringt@stamhealth.org