Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program Director

Job ID: EB-1821934444
Job Title: Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program Director
Location: Salisbury, MD

Program Director
ACGME Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program
TidalHealth – Located on the Delmarva Peninsula

TidalHealth is a leading healthcare provider on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, dedicated to offering comprehensive care to our community with cutting-edge technology and a compassionate approach. As we expand our Graduate Medical Education (GME) programs, we are excited to announce the launch of our ACGME-accredited Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program, sponsored by TidalHealth. We are seeking a visionary physician leader (MD, DO) to serve as our Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program Director in collaboration with Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates. This is a unique opportunity to build and shape an innovative residency program from the ground-up, ensuring the next generation of Orthopaedic Surgeons are well-equipped to serve diverse patient populations with excellence.

As the Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program Director, you will have the opportunity to lead and develop our brand-new residency program in Salisbury, MD. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in graduate medical education, a passion for teaching, and a commitment to advancing the field of Orthopaedic Surgery. You will oversee the design, implementation, and management of the program, ensuring compliance with ACGME accreditation standards and fostering an environment that promotes learning, research, and clinical excellence. This position offers a competitive salary, relocation assistance, excellent benefits package including malpractice, health insurance, CME coverage & Onsite Daycare!

Responsibilities:

• Designs, organizes, plans the program structure, and directs the new Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program at TidalHealth.
• Maintains current knowledge of and compliance with ACGME Institutional and Program Requirements.
• Participates in Graduate Medical Education Committee (GMEC), subcommittees and task forces (including program representation at all GMEC meetings), and internal review panels as requested.
• Curriculum development and oversees education and clinical care in all program-related patient care areas, as well as the organization of rotations, and other educational activities at all clinical sites that participate in the program.
• Maintains active clinical practice in Orthopaedic Surgery with Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates.
• Recruits, interviews, and selects the Orthopaedic Surgery Residents.
• Submits reports on program, faculty, and resident performance to the GMEC as requested by the Chair of the GMEC.
• Updates annually both program and resident records through the ACGME’s Accreditation Data System.
• Ensures the implementation of fair policies, grievance procedures, and due process, as established by the GMEC, and in compliance with the ACGME Institutional Requirements.
• Prepares an accurate statistical and narrative description of the program as requested by the Review Committee of the ACGME.
• Prepares for and participates in the on-site program reviews.

Position Requirements:

• Clinically practicing physician (MD or DO degree) with current board certification by the American Board Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS) in Orthopaedic Surgery, Trauma Board-certified is preferred, with evidence of periodic updates of knowledge and skills to discharge the roles and responsibilities for teaching, supervision, and formal evaluation of residents.
• Licensed to practice medicine in the State of Maryland.
• Eligible for unrestricted Active Medical Staff Privileges at TidalHealth and Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates.

Experience/Skills:

• At least three (3) years of documented educational and/or administrative experience, teaching residents or fellows.
• Knowledge and understanding of the requirements for enduring accreditation as an ACGME-accredited program in Orthopaedic Surgery.
• A skilled clinician who prioritizes patient-centered care.
• Demonstration of professional behaviors that allow the Program Director to serve as a role model.

Why Join TidalHealth?

Practicing medicine with TidalHealth provides an extraordinary work/life balance. This physician-led, professionally managed, multispecialty group practice is a place that promotes low stress and resilience, and where providers enjoy a familial sense of collegiality. With 2 flagship hospitals, over 40 ambulatory locations, and over 300 providers, we are growing to serve the needs of our community.

• Opportunity to build a transformative Orthopaedic Surgery Residency program from its inception.
• Onsite BRAND-NEW Simulation Center and state-of-the-art robotic technology in both hospitals.
• Work in a supportive, dynamic, and collaborative environment.
• Access to cutting-edge technology and a broad patient base on Maryland’s scenic Eastern Shore.
• A 40-minute drive to one of USA’s top 25 beaches – Maryland’s Atlantic Ocean Resort, Ocean City, Maryland – A Best Place to Live & Work!

Application Instructions:

To ensure full consideration, inquiries, nominations, CVs and applications should be submitted electronically in confidence to c/o: Elaine Auerbach, MBA, MPH, at eauerbach@kbic.com and/or academicmedicine@kbic.com

Applicants can directly apply online by clicking the “Apply Now” button below.

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