Physician Psychiatric-Mental Health - Competitive Salary

Company: Universal Health Services
Location: Mcallen
Posted on: July 8, 2025

Job Description:

Job Description Psychiatry Program Director Description: The Program Director will be responsible and accountable for operating the ACGME-accredited Psychiatry Residency Program. The role involves administering and maintaining an educational environment conducive to educating residents in all ACGME competency areas, with a focus on training compassionate, competent psychiatrists prepared for independent practice.Job Specifics: - Time Commitment: Provide dedicated time for program administration as required by ACGME, with an FTE of 0.50 for administrative responsibilities. - Educational Oversight: - Develop and oversee quality didactic and clinical education experiences at all participating sites. - Establish goals, objectives, policies, and evaluation metrics in accordance with ACGME program requirements. - Monitor resident teaching, supervision, and well-being across training sites. - Program Administration: - Recruit and appoint local site directors accountable for resident education at each participating site. - Recruit, evaluate, and approve program faculty; ensure their continued participation based on evaluations. - Oversee program evaluations, ensuring compliance with ACGME and institutional policies. - Prepare and submit all required documentation to ACGME in a timely manner to maintain accreditation. - Resident Engagement: - Provide each resident with a documented, comprehensive evaluation and individualized learning plan at least twice yearly. - Maintain regular communication with residents during inpatient and outpatient rotations and monitor stress, wellness, and performance. - Committee Leadership: - Chair the Program Evaluation Committee (PEC). - Participate actively in Clinical Competency Committee (CCC) meetings. - Scholarly Activity: - Encourage and mentor residents and faculty in scholarly activities, including research, publications, and quality improvement initiatives. - Recruitment and Budgeting: - Annually recruit a qualified and diverse cohort of medical students through the NRMP Match. - Monitor and plan program budget costs in collaboration with institutional leadership. - Institutional Collaboration: - Attend required meetings (e.g., GMEC) and collaborate with the Designated Institutional Official (DIO) and Program Coordinator. Requirements: - Certification and Licensure: - Board Certified in Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN). - Unrestricted licensure or eligibility for licensure to practice psychiatry in [State]. - Experience: - Minimum of 3 years of documented educational and/or administrative experience in Psychiatry Residency Programs (e.g., Core Faculty, Associate Program Director, or Program Director). - Demonstrated excellence in patient care, teaching, and leadership. - Evidence of ongoing scholarly activity per ACGME requirements (e.g., research, presentations, quality improvement projects). - Skills and Commitment - Strong clinical, leadership, and communication skills. - Dedication to team-oriented care and resident education. - Familiarity with and adherence to ACGME and institutional policies and procedures.

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