Psychiatry Program Director

South Texas Health System


Date: 9 hours ago
City: Edinburg, TX
Contract type: Full time
Description

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

  • Time Commitment: Provide dedicated time for program administration as required by ACGME, with an FTE of 0.50 for administrative responsibilities.
  • Educational Oversight:
    • Develop and oversee quality didactic and clinical education experiences at all participating sites.
    • Establish goals, objectives, policies, and evaluation metrics in accordance with ACGME program requirements.
    • Monitor resident teaching, supervision, and well-being across training sites.
  • Program Administration:
    • Recruit and appoint local site directors accountable for resident education at each participating site.
    • Recruit, evaluate, and approve program faculty; ensure their continued participation based on evaluations.
    • Oversee program evaluations, ensuring compliance with ACGME and institutional policies.
    • Prepare and submit all required documentation to ACGME in a timely manner to maintain accreditation.
  • Resident Engagement:
    • Provide each resident with a documented, comprehensive evaluation and individualized learning plan at least twice yearly.
    • Maintain regular communication with residents during inpatient and outpatient rotations and monitor stress, wellness, and performance.
  • Committee Leadership:
    • Chair the Program Evaluation Committee (PEC).
    • Participate actively in Clinical Competency Committee (CCC) meetings.
  • Scholarly Activity:
    • Encourage and mentor residents and faculty in scholarly activities, including research, publications, and quality improvement initiatives.
  • Recruitment and Budgeting:
    • Annually recruit a qualified and diverse cohort of medical students through the NRMP Match.
    • Monitor and plan program budget costs in collaboration with institutional leadership.
    • Institutional Collaboration:
      • Attend required meetings (e.g., GMEC) and collaborate with the Designated Institutional Official (DIO) and Program Coordinator.
    Requirements

    • Certification and Licensure:
      • Board Certified in Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN).
      • Unrestricted licensure or eligibility for licensure to practice psychiatry in [State].
    • Experience:
      • 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).
      • Demonstrated excellence in patient care, teaching, and leadership.
      • Evidence of ongoing scholarly activity per ACGME requirements (e.g., research, presentations, quality improvement projects).
    • Skills and Commitment:
      • Strong clinical, leadership, and communication skills.
      • Dedication to team-oriented care and resident education.
      • Familiarity with and adherence to ACGME and institutional policies and procedures
    Please send CV to [email protected]

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