Family Practice - Without OB Physician

We are seeking a highly qualified Family Medicine Program Director in Weslaco, TX!

Under the direction of the Designated Institutional Official (DIO ), the Program Director is responsible for the general administration, curriculum planning, recruitment, and teaching and supervision of the FM Residency Program (FM Program or Program). The Program Director establishes the strategic direction of the Program and is responsible for the standards, quality and reputation of such. The Program Director is expected to support integration of the FM Program with physician practices and hospital clinical services in a manner that enhances value and quality, and that promotes an optimal environment for professional practice and medical education.

• Clinical Teaching and Supervision of Residents
• Core Program Clinical Teaching
• General Administration
• GME Committees / Meetings
• GME Lecturing / Teaching Conferences
• GME Recruiting / Interviewing
• GME Research / Scholarly Activity
• Resident Evaluation / Monitoring
• Program Evaluation

Required qualifications :

Interested candidates must have three to five years of Family Medicine post residency clinical experience as well as core faculty experience in an ACGME-accredited Family Medicine Residency program . A minimum of 3 years of GME teaching / administrative experience as Program Director or Associate Program Director is also required . Qualified candidates will have excellent communication skills, active involvement in research and scholarship (publications, presentations, etc.), and mentorship experience of residents and students in scholarship and development of scholarship programs. Inpatient and administrative experience is preferred.

This is an exciting opportunity for the right Family Medicine physician to lead our Residency program and enjoy quality of life and team comradery working alongside highly trained physicians and support staff.

Overview :

Knapp Medical Center is a 227-bed not-for-profit, acute care hospital, and a member of the Prime Healthcare Foundation. Located in Weslaco, TX, we provide exceptional healthcare services to residents of the Mid-Valley. Knapp is proud to be recognized as the only CMS 5 Star hospital in the entire valley. Additionally, we have achieved a Leapfrog Hospital Grade A multiple times in a row. These accomplishments reflect our unwavering commitment to excellence in healthcare. With state-of-the-art technology, progressive diagnostic and treatment options, and patient-focused care, we continuously strive to exceed expectations and deliver the highest standard of healthcare to our community.

About Prime Healthcare :

Founded in 2001 by Dr. Prem Reddy, Prime Healthcare has emerged as one of the largest physician-led health systems in the United States. Our company includes 51 hospitals and more than 360 outpatient locations across 14 states. 18 hospitals are members of the Prime Healthcare Foundation, a 501(c)(3) public charity. Prime Healthcare is proud to be named one of "America's Greatest Workplace" for 2024 by Newsweek and has been recognized among the nations top health systems by Truven Health Analytics and is the only health system to receive the prestigious John M. Eisenberg Patient Safety and Quality Award in 2021 for addressing social determinants of health. We stand apart from others by our unique ability to save and transform hospitals.