Physician - Family Medicine Residency Program - Associate Director
About the role
Christus St. Vincent, in partnership with the University of New Mexico School of Medicine, is seeking an experienced family medicine physician to serve as Associate Program Director for the University of Santa Fe Family Medicine Residency at Christus St. Vincent. This is a unique opportunity to lead a community‑based, university‑affiliated 1+2 residency program where residents spend their first year at the University of New Mexico and their second and third years at Christus St. Vincent in Santa Fe. The program is designed to train physicians to meet the needs of the rural and underserved populations of northern New Mexico. Christus St. Vincent serves as the primary clinical site and is northern New Mexico's only Level III trauma center. The ideal candidate is committed to primary care and teaching family medicine to serve the underserved northern New Mexico community.
Responsibilities
- Leadership and Oversight: Assist the program director in residency program operations, curriculum development, faculty recruitment, and accreditation compliance.
- Resident Education: Foster a supportive, academically rigorous environment for resident learning and professional growth.
- Collaboration: Work closely with UNM School of Medicine, Christus St. Vincent leadership, and community partners to advance program goals.
- Innovation: Champion community‑based, rural‑focused training that addresses health equity and workforce development in New Mexico.
Why Join Us
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.
- Mission‑driven culture where your work truly matters.
- Recognized as one of New Mexico's Best Places to Work and a Family Friendly Business for six consecutive years.
- Member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network, providing access to world‑class expertise for high‑quality, personalized care close to home.
- Compassionate team dedicated to making a lasting impact.
Santa Fe Living
Enjoy 300+ sunny days per year, short commute times, and a thriving cultural, art, and music scene. Livability.com ranked Santa Fe #4 for "The Best Home Base Cities for Adventure Enthusiasts." With 300 miles of bike trails, an extensive wilderness trail system, the legendary Santa Fe Margarita Trail, and five ski areas, streams, and lakes all within two hours of the historic downtown plaza, Santa Fe offers ample outdoor opportunities year‑round. As New Mexico's capital city, Santa Fe has earned national and international recognition. Learn more at santafechamber.com.
Qualifications
- Board Certified in Family Medicine.
- Minimum of 3 years of clinical and academic experience in Family Medicine.
- Eligible for medical licensure in New Mexico.
- Commitment to underserved populations and community health.