Academic Surgeon for Inaugural Program Director General Surgery Residency Program in Reno, NV

Position Overview

The Inaugural Program Director will provide strategic leadership in developing the program's curriculum, clinical learning environment, and educational philosophy.

Responsibilities

• Establishing program policies and expectations for faculty and residents
• Overseeing initial and ongoing ACGME accreditation activities
• Building systems and processes to ensure long-term success and sustainability
• Fostering a culture of excellence, professionalism, collaboration, and patient-centered care

Clinical and Academic Responsibilities

• Approximately 0.3 – 0.5 dedicated to academic leadership and 0.5 – 0.7 clinical practice
• Comprehensive surgical care, including preoperative evaluation, operative management, postoperative care, and participation in multidisciplinary teams

Department of Surgery, University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine

• Committed to advancing surgical education, patient care, and research throughout Nevada
• Delivers hands-on clinical experiences for medical students and residents
• Includes fellowship-trained surgeons and dedicated educators fostering a collaborative, inclusive environment focused on excellence and patient-centered care
• Partnerships with Renown Health, the VA Sierra Nevada Health Care System, and other regional hospitals

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Current role 3-5 consecutive years as Program Director General Surgery
• Demonstrated integrity, professionalism, and passion for surgical education
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Able to foster an inclusive, respectful learning environment
• Mets UNR Med and ACGME requirements for Program Directors, including: Minimum of three years of graduate medical education leadership experience, Active clinical practice, Evidence of scholarly activity, MD with Board Certification in General Surgery (ABS)
• Eligibility for Nevada medical licensure, DEA registration, and controlled substance license
• Experience in GME leadership (Program Director, Associate Program Director, or equivalent)

Clinical Practice Highlights

• General Surgical APPs available for assisting in surgery
• Strong ancillary support: MAs, PARs, Surgery RN, dedicated surgery schedulers
• 24/7 Perfusionists and Anesthesia support
• 28 OR suites; 8 DaVinci Robots and Hybrid Suite
• ECMO program; VA and VV92 ICU Beds; Closed ICUs – Intensivists attend in all ICUs
• Competitive Compensation: Full Health Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, CME Stipend up to $5000, Paid Malpractice with 100% Tail Coverage, $30,000 Start Bonus, No State Tax
• Reno/Tahoe is in one of the West’s most desirable regions offering four seasons, more than 300 days of sunshine and a welcoming family-friendly community
• The city features a vibrant dining scene, growing arts and culture, and abundant recreational opportunities
• With easy access to nearby Lake Tahoe and the Sierra Nevada mountains, residents enjoy world-class outdoor activities year-round – from skiing in the winter to boarding, hiking and biking in the summer – providing an exceptional quality of life
• Renown Health is Nevada’s largest, not-for-profit integrated academic healthcare network serving northern Nevada, Lake Tahoe and northeast California
• In 2021, Renown Health and UNR Med joined to form Nevada’s first integrated academic health system to advance our mission of commitment to supporting health and advancing healthcare across the state by expanding clinical care, medical education, clinical research and access to evidence-based care
• The University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine (UNR Med) is a research-intensive, community-based medical school
• With over $30 million in annual grants and contracts, our transformative and ground-breaking research not only sets us apart but serves to attract top-tier researchers and students