Program Director – Family Medicine Residency_Schenectady, NY
Position Overview
We are seeking a Program Director to provide both clinical and supervisory leadership of the residency. The program currently has 30 residents and a faculty team led by the Program Director and two Associate Directors.
As the only residency program on-site, trainees develop true ownership of patient care across a wide range of services, including :
- Comprehensive outpatient care, including complex disease management, addiction medicine, HIV / viral hepatitis, women’s health, and procedures
- Inpatient medicine, ICU (adult and neonatal), and labor & delivery
- Point-of-care ultrasound and osteopathic manipulation
- Broad exposure to subspecialty services with strong mentorship and procedure opportunities
The program produces holistic family physicians prepared for primary care or hospital medicine, with many graduates continuing to practice in the region.
This position is :
100% on-site (no hybrid or remote option)Permanent, full-timeResponsibilities
Provide visionary leadership, strategic planning, and oversight for the residency program.Ensure compliance with ACGME accreditation standards.Supervise, mentor, and evaluate residents and faculty.Oversee curriculum design, didactic sessions, and scholarly activities.Maintain active clinical practice in family medicine.Promote a resident-centered learning environment focused on quality, compassionate care.Compensation & Benefits
Base Salary : $212,000 + incentivesStarting Bonus : Up to $50,000 (discussed at interview)Retention Bonus : $15,000 annually for 2 yearsRelocation Allowance : Reimbursement-based, amount determined by relocation distanceInsurance : Health, dental, visionMalpractice Coverage : Paid, including post-employment tail coverageRetirement : 403(b) with employer matchingCME : Time and expense allowancePaid Time Off : Generous PTO packageLoan Repayment : Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)Qualifications
Board Certified in Family Medicine (ABFM or AOBFP) – RequiredActive NY License (or willingness to obtain) – RequiredDEA License (or ability to obtain) – RequiredMinimum 3 years of educational and / or administrative leadership experience in Family Medicine – RequiredMust not be a local candidate within 30 miles of Ellis Medicine