Psychiatry Program Director

Job Description

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. 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