Program Director & Open Rank Professor, 12 Month Salaried (TMH General Surgery Residency Program - College of Medicine)

Department

College of Medicine, TMH General Surgery Residency Program

Located at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital

Responsibilities

The Program Director oversees the General Surgery Residency Program ("GS Program" or "Program") under the guidance of the Designated Institutional Official (DIO). The Program Director handles the general management, curriculum development, and teaching and mentoring of the Program. The Program Director sets the strategic vision of the Program and ensures its standards, quality, and reputation. The Program Director is expected to support the collaboration of the GS Program with physician practices and hospital clinical services in a way that improves value and quality, and that fosters a positive environment for professional practice and medical education. The Program Director will also work in collaboration with the existing program leadership to ensure outstanding educational offerings within Tallahassee Memorial Hospital.

• Clinical Teaching and Supervision of Residents
• Core Program Clinical Teaching
• Clinical Practice in General Surgery or applicable Subspecialty
• General Administration
• Graduate Medical Education (GME) Committees/Meetings
• GME Lecturing/Teaching Conferences
• GME Recruiting/Interviewing
• GME Research/Scholarly Activity
• Resident Evaluation/Monitoring
• Program Evaluation

This is a non-tenured/tenure-earning position.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree from an accredited institution or the highest degree appropriate in the field of specialization
• Must be board certified in General Surgery by the American Board of Surgery (ABS).
• Current/active and unrestricted Florida Medical License, and DEA License, or the ability to obtain prior to starting with the Program Director position.
• Demonstrated record of achievement in teaching, academic research, and service.

Preferred Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years of faculty and administrative experience in an ACGME accredited General Surgery residency program.
• Effective professional management skills, including the ability to plan, organize and schedule work in an efficient and productive manner, focusing on key priorities and meeting deadlines.
• Outstanding interpersonal, leadership, mentoring and teaching skills.
• A strong work ethic and desire to participate in a team-oriented, performance-driven health system.
• Ability to communicate with others in a clear and professional manner in person, on the phone, electronically, and in writing.
• Ability to build and lead high-performing teams; must be able to provide clear and accurate direction and guidance.
• Strong administrative and team building skills.

Other Information

• The Florida State University College of Medicine will educate and develop exemplary physicians who practice patient-centered health care, discover and advance knowledge, and are responsive to community needs, especially through service to elder, rural, minority, and underserved populations. The FSU College of Medicine will lead the nation in preparing compassionate physicians to deliver the highest quality 21st Century patient-centered medicine to communities of greatest need.
• The Florida State University College of Medicine Office of Graduate Medical Education will foster programs that provide optimal clinical learning environments to develop exemplary physicians who independently practice culturally sensitive, patient-centered health care; commit to life-long learning and wellbeing; and lead their specialties and communities, especially through compassionate service to vulnerable populations. The College of Medicine Office of Graduate Medical Education currently supports 25 residency and fellowship programs across the state of Florida with its nine healthcare partners with over 300+ residents and fellows. The FSU GME enterprise is growing and aims to add more healthcare partners, residency programs, and residents.
• Tallahassee Memorial Hospital is a rapidly growing facility that serves communities in Florida's panhandle, located within the State Capitol of Tallahassee, FL. Tallahassee Memorial Hospital is part of Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare, a not-for-profit health care organization that is nationally recognized. Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare (TMH) is closing in on the top-10 ranked hospitals in Florida, having been recognized as a Best Regional Hospital for 2023-2024 by U.S. News & World Report, a global authority in hospital rankings and consumer advice.

The City of Tallahassee, FL

• Located in Florida's panhandle, near Georgia's southwest border, this unique city enjoys four distinct seasons. The city's Southern heritage influences its architecture, landscape, attitude, and pace of life.
• Founded in the 1820s as a stopover between St. Augustine and Pensacola, Tallahassee, the capital of Florida, is a genteel town with good manners, rolling hills, oak-canopied roads, and genuine Southern hospitality. This Capital City boasts a number of historic districts, including a 10-block stretch that preserves Tallahassee's gracious old homes and an historic inn, alongside bars and restaurants patronized by legislators, students and everyone in between.

Helpful

• The successful candidate will have the opportunity to shape the program in their vision and recruit core faculty.
• Candidates with recent scholarly activity such as peer reviewed funding, publication of original research or review articles in peer-reviewed journals, chapters in textbooks, publication or presentation of case reports or clinical series at scientific society meetings, or participation in national committees or education organizations are highly encouraged to apply.
• The incoming physician will receive a faculty appointment through the Florida State University College of Medicine.

Contact Info

Jessee Graham: jjgraham@med.fsu.edu

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there's the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow's news!

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Anticipated Salary Range

Negotiable based on qualifications and experience.

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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific Faculty job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://hr.fsu.edu/facultyjobs. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include education details even if attaching a Vita.

Considerations

This is a Faculty position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check .

This position is being advertised as open until filled.

Equal Employment Opportunity

An Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer.

FSU's Equal Opportunity Statement can be accessed at : https://hr.fsu.edu/sites/g/files/upcbnu2186/files/PDF/Publications/diversity/EEO_Statement.pdf .