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Morehouse School Of Medicine Residency Program Director in Atlanta, Georgia
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About MSM
Morehouse School of Medicine ( MSM ) is a place of distinction, serving as the nation’s leading academic medical center for vulnerable populations. It’s also a place for passionate individuals looking to join a dedicated community working today to help prepare tomorrow’s leaders.
We exist to:
• Improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities;
• Increase the diversity of the health professional and scientific workforce;
• Address primary health care through programs in education, research and service;
With emphasis on people of color and the under-served urban and rural populations in Georgia, the nation and the world.
At Morehouse School of Medicine, we’re leading the creation and advancement of health equity. You will find a fulfilling career at MSM !
Posting Number ACAD439
Job Title Residency Program Director
Position Title Residency Program Director
Position Type Faculty
Number of vacancies 1
Salary
Department Pediatrics Residency
Position Summary
Morehouse School of Medicine Department of Pediatrics seeks an energetic and compassionate Program Director to lead our amazing Pediatrics Residency Training Program.
The Morehouse School of Medicine Pediatric Residency Training Program is committed to training excellent pediatricians with an expertise in community-based health delivery and advocacy, aimed at promoting lifelong health habits that decrease health disparities in poor, rural, racially, and economically disadvantaged populations.
Appointment as full-time Associate Professor or Professor of Pediatrics at Morehouse School of Medicine will be commensurate with experience, training, and achievement. The anticipated start date is Fall 2023.
Broadly, the program director has responsibility, authority, and accountability to oversee all aspects of pediatric residency education and training. This includes oversight of curriculum, evaluation, learning environment, resident supervision, program management and accreditation. Ultimately, the program director ensures the program’s compliance with the ACGME Pediatric Program Requirement which can be found at: https://www.acgme.org/specialties/pediatrics/program-requirements-and-faqs-and-applications/.
The person in this role reports to the Chair of the Department of Pediatrics and the DIO of Morehouse School of Medicine. The role has 0.5 FTE allocated for administrative leadership and development of the residency program.
Applicants must be board certified in Pediatrics and /or a subspecialty and possess and valid Georgia state medical license and DEA . Experience in Graduate Medical Education leadership and Residency Program Development is also required.
To learn more about our program, visit our website here (https://www.msm.edu/Education/GME/PedsResidencyProgram/index.php) .
Application Instructions
Interested candidates should submit a formal CV and cover letter via email to:
S. Lynn Gardner, MD, MBA , FAAP Zsa Zsa Lambert
Interim Chair, Department of Pediatrics and Administrative Assistant to Dr. Gardner
Morehouse School of Medicine zzlambert@msm.edu
sgardner@msm.edu
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must be board certified in Pediatrics and /or a subspecialty and possess and valid Georgia state medical license and DEA . Experience in Graduate Medical Education leadership and Residency Program Development is also required.
Preferred Qualifications
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link https://careers.msm.edu/postings/19884
EEO Statement Summary
Morehouse School of Medicine is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Georgia State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Morehouse School of Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.
Job Duties
Description of Job Duty
Work with program directors and faculty to assign resident call schedule for the academic year
Liaise with residents who cannot fulfill their clinical obligations and work with the program directors to arrange schedule changes
Ensure the efficient and smooth operation of clinical services
Report cases of serious personal or disciplinary problems to the residency program director and appropriate faculty members
Collect feedback from residents regularly to understand challenges that are preventing them from performing duties effectively
Represent other residents in meetings and discussions related to policy and guidelines that can affect working environment and education
Teach and train residents on various aspects of clinical practices, including diagnosis and in-patient care
Meet with residents to share the key points of meetings with program directors
Collaborate with program staff and faculty to create and coordinate lecture schedule
Attend hospital committee meetings depending on availability and interests
Facilitate the recruitment process of new residents into the program
Perform clinical duties based on the needs of the program
Perform educational activities and other duties assigned by the program directors
Pre-Employment/Employment Requirements
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization
Immunization Requirements
It is MSM’s Immunization policy that all Prospective Employees are required to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID -19 prior to commencement of employment. If employment will commence during Flu Season, MSM requires all individuals to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless granted an exemption. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain an exemption from MSM will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae or Resume
Optional Documents
Medical License
Federal DEA Registration