Job Details
Wright State University's Boonshoft School of Medicine (WSU BSOM) and Premier Health are seeking a physician that is an experienced educator to serve as the Associate Program Director (APD), Family Medicine to lead and support the Family Medicine program. This role requires an innovative leader with a passion for education, clinical excellence, and the development of future family practice physicians. The Associate Program Director serves as a key educational leader, clinician, and mentor,…
fostering excellence in teaching, clinical practice, and professional development. The successful candidate will work closely with the Graduate Medical Education (GME) leadership and others to ensure the program's success and alignment with Premier Health and WSU BSOM's mission of providing exceptional patient care while advancing medical education.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead, develop, and assist the Program Director in the overall management and improvement of the residency program.
- Ensure compliance with Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) standards, institutional policies, and regulatory requirements.
- Perform ongoing clinical activity in a manner reflecting the highest quality of care and professionalism.
- Lead efforts to recruit high-quality resident candidates, participating in interviews and selection.
- Develop and implement a comprehensive curriculum that fosters resident growth, competency, and readiness for board certification.
- Mentor and support medical students, residents, and faculty, encouraging professional development and a collaborative learning environment.
- Monitor resident performance, providing feedback and support to ensure achievement of competency milestones.
- Foster a culture of academic excellence, professionalism, and patient-centered care.
- Serve as a liaison between the program, the medical community, and relevant stakeholders, both internal and external.
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure cohesive residency and fellowship education across specialties.
- Participate in the continuous improvement and evaluation of the residency program.
In this role, you will be part of both Wright State University's Boonshoft School of Medicine and Premier Health, one of the largest and most comprehensive healthcare systems in Southwest Ohio. This partnership creates a dynamic environment where patient care, clinical research, and medical education intersect. As a faculty physician, you will contribute to improving patient outcomes, advancing clinical innovation, and shaping the next generation of healthcare professionals. Premier Health's expansive resources-including five inpatient hospital campuses, a broad network of urgent care centers, free-standing emergency departments, and specialized services-combined with the academic excellence of Wright State University, offer an unparalleled platform for growth and impact in both healthcare and medical education. Join us in advancing academic medicine and community health while shaping the future of medical education in Southwest Ohio.
Job Requirements
- Education: M.D. or D.O. degree with board certification in Family Medicine.
- Experience: Experience in medical education or administration, with proven leadership skills.
- Licensure: Active medical license.
- ACGME Expertise: Comprehensive knowledge of ACGME standards and graduate medical education regulations.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in research and academic medicine.
- Previous leadership roles within residency or fellowship programs, such as Associate Program Director, Chair of Clinical Competency Committee, Chair of Quality Improvement Committee.
- Advanced training in family medicine obstetrics, vaginal deliveries, and cesarean sections.
Skills:
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders, including residents, faculty, and hospital administration.
- Commitment to resident education and well-being.
About Premier Health
Where Physicians Build Academic Careers That Matter
At Premier Health, our mission-We care. We teach. We innovate. We serve. -guides everything, we do. Physicians join a private, nonprofit academic health system designed to advance education, research, and clinical excellence. Through our partnership with Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine, physicians are at the center of teaching, innovation, and high-impact care across Southwest Ohio.
With 1,700+ physicians, 14,000 caregivers, five hospitals, and 100+ care locations, Premier Health offers the scale, resources, and academic environment to support long-term growth, collaboration, and meaningful impact.
Why Physicians Choose Premier Health
- Integrated system with academic and community practice options
- Strong referral network to build a busy practice quickly
- Physician-led culture with accessible, supportive leadership
- Access to advanced technology and innovation
Grow Your Career
- Flexibility to shape your path across settings and roles
- Opportunities in leadership, teaching, and research
The Difference
- Efficient support so you can focus on patient care
- Physicians valued as long-term partners with room to grow
Premier Health offers a career built around you.
Choose Your Lifestyle
In Greater Dayton and Southwest Ohio you'll find a wonderful mix of lifestyle options in some of the country's most affordable communities.
- 37 area high schools recognized as "Best in the Nation." View list of area schools and their ratings.
- Air travel made easy with three major airports nearby, Dayton International Airport, Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport and John Glenn Columbus International Airport.
- A diverse and plentiful selection of shopping, dining, arts, sports, and recreation.
- Choose vibrant, metropolitan living in urban lofts, historic homes, and upscale neighborhoods. Or you may prefer newer, family-friendly neighborhoods in our progressive suburban communities. Or the charm of small-town or country living.
- Access to country clubs and YMCA's located throughout Southwest Ohio.
Premier Physician Network
Premier Physician Network of Premier Health offers you and your family one of the largest selections of primary care and medical specialists in Southwest Ohio. That's more than 1700+ physicians and advanced practice providers in more than 125 care locations - from as far north as Versailles to as far south as Liberty Township in Northern Cincinnati. You'll find convenient access to quality health care, wherever you live in Southwest Ohio, at each stage of life.