Surgery - General Physician

General Surgery Program Director opening in GeorgiaLocated in AugustaFull-Time & Permanent

• Lead the new General Surgery GME Residency Program in Augusta, GA.
• This surgeon is responsible for the leadership, organization, operation, and general administration of the General Surgery Residency Program.
• This role ensures compliance with ACGME requirements while fostering a high-quality educational environment that supports residents pursuing diverse pathways.
• This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced, motivated, surgical leader to continue shaping and lead this residency program.
Requirements:
• Board Certified in General Surgery
• 3 years of educational / administrative experience
• Willing to work clinically and devote a significant amount of professional effort to program administration
• Strong administrative and team building skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Have a current, or be able to obtain an unrestricted license to practice in Georgia - not subject to any restrictions, probationary terms or conditions
• No history of license to practice being revoked, restricted or suspended by any professional licensing agency in any state or jurisdiction
• Have current, unrestricted DEA registration
Duties:
• Authority and accountability for the operation of the General Surgery residency program
• Development of curriculum, policies, and procedures for the program
• Maintaining ACGME accreditation, compliance, and state approval
• Recruiting residents into the program and developing evaluation process for performance
• Participating in competency evaluations of residents
• Additional responsibilities to ensure program of excellence
• Strong, committed faculty team with deep experience and knowledge
• Coordinate rotations across multiple departments
• Ensure curriculum supports diverse career pathways and specialties

Location:Nestled along the banks of the Savannah River, Georgia's second largest city offers its visitors and residents a traditional Southern charm plus all the perks of metro living - arts, culture, shopping, educational opportunities, fine cuisine, state-of-the-art healthcare, and sports. Here you can literally soak up the best of all worlds.