Description

Reports to: Designated Institutional Official (DIO) and Academic Chair of Department

Purpose: The Program Director for the Addiction Medicine program is responsible for the oversight and administration of the ACGME-accredited fellowship program. The Director ensures compliance with ACGME specialty-specific requirements and fosters excellence in clinical care, education, and research. The Director also plays a key role in the creation of a new program application.

Responsibilities:

• Program Administration:

• Oversee the daily operations of the Addiction Medicine fellowship program.
• Ensure compliance with ACGME program requirements and standards.
• Manage faculty development, evaluation and assessment, and appointments for core and clinical faculty.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to support the program's mission and goals.
• Allocate 0.2-0.25 FTE for academic program administration, including curriculum development, faculty appointments, and program evaluation.

Clinical Care:

• Maintain an active clinical practice.
• Provide direct patient care in inpatient and/or outpatient settings.
• Serve as a clinical supervisor and mentor to fellows, guiding them in the acquisition of clinical skills and professional development.

Education and Mentorship:

• Develop and implement the educational curriculum for the fellowship program.
• Mentor fellows in clinical, teaching, research, and advocacy skills.
• Participate in didactic activities, case conferences, and rounds.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional growth among faculty and fellows.

Research and Scholarly Activity:

• Engage in scholarly activities, including research, publications, and presentations.
• Encourage and support fellows in their research endeavors.
• Collaborate with other departments and institutions to advance the field of addiction medicine.

New Program Application:

• Lead the development and submission of a new program application to the ACGME.
• Ensure that the application meets all ACGME requirements and guidelines.
• Collaborate with the DIO, GMEC, and other stakeholders to gather necessary documentation and support for the application.

Qualifications:

• Board-certified in Addiction Medicine.
• 3 years of experience in academic medicine
• Demonstrated experience in medical education and program administration.

• Experience serving as a clinical supervisor in an inpatient or outpatient setting, developing curricula and/or participating in didactic activities.

• Record of involvement in scholarly activities, including research, publications, and mentorship.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders, including faculty, fellows, and institutional leaders.

Additional Information:

• The Program Director will be expected to attend all program director and other assigned GME meetings and participate in the oversight and evaluation of the program.
• The Director will work closely with the DIO and GMEC to ensure the program's success and compliance with accreditation standards.

Work Schedule: Days

Status: Full Time Regular 1.0

Location: Heart & Vascular Center

Location of Job: US:WV: Charleston

Talent Acquisition Specialist: Jessica.hutchison@vandaliahealth.org