Exciting opportunity to join Advocate Health as the General Surgery Residency Program Director

Join Advocate Health as the General Surgery Residency Program Director and trauma surgeon in Park Ridge, IL —part of

Advocate Health, one of the largest nonprofit integrated health systems in the country.

At Advocate Health, we’re committed to being a Best Place to Care—where physicians are empowered, heard, and equipped to do their best work. You’ll be part of a leading integrated system with a shared commitment to innovation, well-being, and the communities we serve. Whether you're seeking professional growth, meaningful impact, or a team that lifts you up—this is where it starts.

We are seeking a skilled trauma surgeon to join our medical education team as the Program Director for our General Surgery

Residency Program. As the Program Director, you will play a crucial role in leading and overseeing our General Surgery

Residency program at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital and Advocate Christ Medical Center, both in the Chicagoland area. You will also provide clinical services as a trauma surgeon at our busy Level I center. Your expertise and guidance will be instrumental in shaping the future of our program and supporting the development of aspiring surgeons.

This is a full-time position with .5 FTE dedicated to the Program Director role, and .5 FTE for your clinical work as a

trauma / surgical critical care surgeon.

HIGHLIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design, implement, and maintain a comprehensive curriculum that meets ACGME requirements and prepares residents for independent surgical practice.
• Oversee the recruitment, selection, and onboarding of new residents.
• Conduct regular evaluations of residents and faculty, ensuring timely feedback and documentation.
• Coordinate educational activities across both hospital sites to ensure consistency and quality of training.
• Engagement in scholarly activities.
• Facilitate faculty development and engagement in the educational mission.
• Promote a culture of professionalism, wellness, and inclusivity within the residency program.
• Support and encourage resident involvement in scholarly activity and research.
• Maintain program accreditation through compliance with institutional and ACGME policies.
• Lead the Clinical Competency Committee (CCC) and guide the Program Evaluation Committee (PEC).

ACCOUNTABILITIES

ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

BENEFITS

About Park Ridge, Illinois

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Compensation Information :

$432961.00 / annually - $432961.00 / annuallyDetails :

A .5 FTE will be dedicated to the Program Director role with the remaining .5 the clinical practice, trauma surgery and SCC.