Family Medicine Residency Program Director - Tehachapi,CA

Adventist Health Tehachapi 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

ABOUT TEHACHAPI,

CALIFORNIA :

Four Distinct Seasons – Unlike much

of Kern County, Tehachapi experiences snowy winters, mild springs,

warm summers, and crisp autumns, making it appealing if you like

seasonal changes.

Small-Town

Feel with Community Spirit – Tehachapi has a

charming downtown, local festivals (like the Mountain Festival),

and a close-knit community that values small-town living.

Outdoor Recreation

– Surrounded by mountains, the area offers hiking,

cycling, horseback riding, and proximity to national forests. The

famous Tehachapi Loop (a railroad engineering landmark) is also a

draw.

Affordable Living

(Compared to SoCal) – Housing costs are lower than

in Los Angeles or coastal areas, making it popular with commuters

and retirees looking for more space at a better price.

Wind & Location

– Tehachapi is known for being windy, thanks to its

location in the Tehachapi Pass (home to one of the largest wind

farms in the world). It’s also a convenient midpoint between Los

Angeles, Bakersfield, and Mojave.

Employed model

through Adventist Health Medical

Group (AHMG)

AHMG is

committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and

patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all

required vaccinations, including, but not limited to, measles,

mumps, flu (based on the seasonal availability of the flu vaccine

typically during October-March each year), COVID-19 vaccine

(required in CA, HI and OR) etc., as a condition of employment, and

annually thereafter. Medical and religious exemptions

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benefits!

compensation may vary based on additional services, including call

coverage, administrative services, performance bonus, etc.

Compensation may also vary based on productivity after initial

guarantee period.