Family Medicine Program Director

Job Summary

South Central Regional Medical Center (SCRMC) in Laurel, Mississippi, is seeking a full-time, board-certified Family Medicine physician to serve as Program Director for its future Family Medicine Residency Program, set to launch in 2027.

This is a unique leadership opportunity to shape the future of family medicine education in a thriving, supportive healthcare environment while living in one of Mississippi's most charming towns.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Overall leadership, administration, and oversight of the Family Medicine Residency Program in accordance with ACGME Family Medicine Program Director requirements.

• Developing and implementing an innovative, high-quality curriculum that meets both ACGME standards and the evolving needs of patients and learners.

• Providing direct supervision, mentorship, and evaluation of residents in a variety of clinical settings, including ambulatory and inpatient care.

• Ensuring the program meets or exceeds requirements related to resident education, scholarly activity, quality improvement, and board preparation.

• Recruiting and retaining high-caliber faculty and residents.

• Participating in clinical practice (approximately 20-30%) to maintain engagement in patient care and serve as a role model to residents.

• Promoting a learning environment that fosters resident well-being, equity, and professionalism.

• Collaborating with SCRMC's DIO, administrative leadership and community partners to ensure program growth and sustainability.

• Overseeing resident and faculty scholarly activity, including quality improvement, patient safety initiatives, and community health projects.

Requirements

• Board Certified in Family Medicine.

• Minimum of three years of educational and/or administrative experience within an accredited Family Medicine Residency Program.

• A Mississippi medical license.

• Demonstrate commitment to excellence in teaching, patient care, and leadership.

• Proven ability to work collaboratively with academic and clinical teams.

• Experience in developing or leading a residency program is strongly preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary

• Full suite of health and retirement benefits

• CME allowance

• Relocation assistance

• Med malpractice coverage

• Supportive work environment and strong administrative backing