Internal Medicine Residency Program Director - Associate Chief Medical Officer

Bonus Amount

TBD

Bonus Information

Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process.

Overview

Internal Medicine Residency Program Director / Associate Chief Medical Officer (ACMO)

Riverview Regional Medical Center | Gadsden, Alabama

A Prime Healthcare Hospital

Riverview Regional Medical Center is seeking an experienced Internal Medicine Physician to serve in the dual role of Internal Medicine Residency Program Director and Associate Chief Medical Officer (ACMO). This unique leadership opportunity is designed for a physician passionate about Graduate Medical Education, physician mentorship, quality improvement, and organizational leadership.

The successful candidate will lead the Internal Medicine Residency Program while partnering with hospital leadership to advance clinical excellence, patient safety, physician engagement, and strategic growth initiatives.

Opportunity Highlights

• Dual leadership role combining Graduate Medical Education and hospital administration
• Lead and develop a growing Internal Medicine Residency Program
• Protected administrative time for residency and ACMO responsibilities
• Collaborate directly with executive leadership, medical staff, and residency faculty
• Opportunity to shape the future of physician training and healthcare delivery
• Employed position through Prime Healthcare
• Competitive base salary plus leadership stipend
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement plans, CME allowance, malpractice insurance, and paid time off
• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance available

Associate Chief Medical Officer Responsibilities

• Partner with the Chief Medical Officer and executive leadership team on clinical and operational initiatives
• Support quality improvement, patient safety, and regulatory compliance programs
• Assist in physician engagement, recruitment, retention, and medical staff development
• Lead initiatives to improve clinical outcomes, patient experience, and operational efficiency
• Participate in hospital committees and strategic planning efforts
• Promote evidence-based medicine and clinical best practices
• Serve as a liaison between administration, medical staff, and residency leadership

 

Riverview Regional Medical Center is a full-service acute care hospital serving the residents of Northeast Alabama. As a member of Prime Healthcare, Riverview is committed to delivering exceptional patient care, advancing medical education, and supporting physician leadership development.

Live and Work in Gadsden, Alabama

Located along the Coosa River in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, Gadsden offers a welcoming community, affordable cost of living, excellent outdoor recreation, and easy access to Birmingham, Huntsville, Atlanta, and Chattanooga. Physicians enjoy a high quality of life with family-friendly neighborhoods, strong schools, and abundant cultural and recreational opportunities.

Join Our Team

Become part of a mission-driven organization where you can influence the next generation of physicians while helping shape the strategic direction of a growing healthcare system.

For confidential consideration, apply today to learn more about this exceptional physician leadership opportunity with Riverview Regional Medical Center and Prime Healthcare.

Responsibilities

 

• Provide leadership and oversight for the Internal Medicine Residency Program
• Ensure compliance with ACGME requirements, accreditation standards, and institutional policies
• Recruit, develop, and evaluate residents and faculty members
• Design and implement educational curricula that promote academic excellence
• Conduct regular resident evaluations, mentoring, and career development activities
• Oversee residency program quality improvement initiatives
• Participate in residency recruitment and selection processes
• Promote scholarly activity among residents and faculty
• Foster a positive learning environment that supports physician wellness and professional growth

Qualifications

 

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school
• Board Certified in Internal Medicine
• Eligible for unrestricted Alabama medical licensure
• Minimum of three years of educational and/or administrative leadership experience preferred
• Prior Program Director, Associate Program Director, Core Faculty, Chief Resident, or GME leadership experience strongly preferred
• Knowledge of ACGME accreditation standards and residency program requirements
• Demonstrated commitment to physician education and mentoring
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and leadership skills

 

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

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