Physiatry Physician

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all educational and operational aspects of the PM&R residency program.
• Submit complete and accurate data to ACGME and GMEC.
• Ensure compliance with institutional policies, including those related to grievances, non-discrimination, and educational standards.
• Manage resident selection, evaluation, promotion, and disciplinary actions.
• Provide semiannual and final evaluations of residents' progress.
• Document education verification for residents within 30 days of their departure.
• Design and implement a curriculum that aligns with the institution's mission and the needs of the community.
• Ensure educational experiences across all ACGME competencies.
• Foster a learning environment that balances education with high-quality patient care.
• Approve or remove program faculty members as needed.
• Support faculty development and professionalism, ensuring alignment with program goals.
• Appoint the Clinical Competency Committee and oversee faculty evaluations.
• Ensure a safe, equitable, and inclusive training environment for residents.
• Promote a culture that allows for the reporting of mistreatment or concerns without fear of retaliation.
• Serve as a role model of professionalism and ethical conduct.
• Act as the primary liaison with ACGME and institutional leadership.
• Encourage and support scholarly activity for residents and faculty.

Program Director Qualifications

• Current board certification by ABPMR or AOBPMR.
• Minimum of 3 years of documented educational and/or administrative experience.
• Ongoing clinical activity in PM&R is required.

Time Commitment

The Program Director is required to dedicate at least 0.2 FTE to the residency program. Additional FTE may be allocated based on the total number of residents (e.g., +0.3 FTE for 11-15 residents).

Additional Notes

• Support the confidential feedback process for residents.
• Maintain compliance with institutional and ACGME policies.