Family Medicine Residency Program Director - Tulare,CA

Adventist Health Tulare is seeking an

experienced and visionary leader to serve as Program

Director for our Family Medicine

Residency Program . This is a unique opportunity to

shape the future of primary care by mentoring the next generation

of family physicians, guiding a mission-driven team, and advancing

academic excellence in a supportive, community-focused environment.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS :

Community and

Hospital-based ACGME-accredited program

Maintain clinical practice while leading the residency

Mission- and values driven healthcare system

Supportive and collaborative team of diverse,

family-oriented faculty

MAJOR

RESPONSIBILITIES :

Champion the mission and goals of the residency program and

sponsoring institution.

Ensure compliance

with ACGME Institutional, Common, and Family Medicine Program

Requirements, maintaining full accreditation status.

Develop and maintain a high-quality

curriculum aligned with ACGME standards, State of California

guidelines, and board certification expectations, including

achievement of an >

80% board pass rate and above-average

in-training exam scores.

Provide mentorship

and oversight to teaching faculty, including annual performance

evaluations and professional development opportunities in

evidence-based teaching and evaluation methods.

Recruit, retain, and mentor a diverse,

high-performing group of residents who embody excellence in

whole-person care, scholarship, professionalism, and leadership.

Promote a safe and inclusive learning

environment where residents can provide feedback and raise concerns

confidentially and without retaliation.

Oversee the residency budget and ensure resources meet ACGME and

institutional requirements, while demonstrating financial

stewardship.

Build and maintain collaborative

relationships with community-based and academic teaching

institutions to enhance curriculum, faculty development, and

resident education.

Serve as an institutional

leader and advocate for graduate medical education within Adventist

Health Bakersfield and the broader community.

BENEFITS : Wage

scale $346,200.00 -

$400,200.00

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive

benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Starting bonus

Retirement savings plan with employer match.

Top rated malpractice insurance coverage.

Relocation reimbursement

QUALIFICATIONS : Must hold or be

eligible for an unrestricted California medical license

Board certified in Family

Medicine

Graduate of an

ACGME-accredited Family Medicine residency program

Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience in

family medicine

At least 2 years as a core

faculty member in an ACGME accredited family medicine residency

program

Current medical licensure and

appropriate medical staff appointment.

Ongoing clinical activity.

Minimum of 3–5

years of clinical and administrative experience in graduate medical

education, preferably as Program Director, Associate Program

Director, Site Director, or Core Faculty

Demonstrated commitment to resident education, clinical excellence,

and fostering an inclusive academic environment

COMMUNITY :

Central Location : Tulare is located in the San

Joaquin Valley of California. It's situated between San Francisco

to the north, Los Angeles to the south, Central Coast to the west,

and Sequoia National Park to the east.

Diverse Community : Tulare has a

diverse population, reflecting the cultural mix of California's

Central Valley.

Recreational

Opportunities : The city offers various

recreational opportunities, including parks, sports facilities, and

outdoor spaces for residents and visitors.

Educational Institutions : Tulare is

served by public schools as well as private educational

institutions. It's also in proximity to colleges and universities

in neighboring cities.

Community Events : Throughout the year, Tulare

hosts various community events, festivals, and cultural

celebrations that bring residents together.

Retail and Dining : The city has

retail centers and dining options catering to the needs and

preferences of its residents and visitors.

Agricultural Hub : Tulare is

primarily an agricultural community, known for its farming

activities. It is surrounded by farmland that produces a variety of

crops including grapes, citrus fruits, nuts, and dairy products.

Adventist Health

Tulare provides whole-person care to the primarily

rural community we are called to serve. Compelled by our mission to

live God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope, we will

transform the health experience of our communities by improving

physical, mental and spiritual health; enhancing interactions; and

making care more accessible and affordable.