PM&R Associate Residency Program Director

Rochester Regional Health | ACGME-Accredited PM&R Residency Program

Rochester Regional Health is seeking a passionate Board-Certified PM&R Physician to serve as the Associate Program Director for our ACGME-accredited Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) Residency Program. This is an exceptional opportunity to support the development and growth of a residency program that reflects RRH’s mission to uplift humanity through compassionate care for our community.

As the Associate Program Director, you will play a key leadership role in shaping the program’s curriculum, mentoring residents, and fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and innovation. This is a part-time administrative position combined with clinical practice, offering a balance of academic leadership and patient care.

Why You’ll Thrive Here:

At Rochester Regional Health, we are committed to:

• Caring like family: Our residency program emphasizes a supportive and collaborative environment that prioritizes the well-being of our residents, faculty, and patients.
• Serving as one: You’ll work closely with the Program Director and faculty to advance a unified vision for the program and ensure the highest standards of education.
• Embracing tomorrow, today: With an innovative and forward-thinking curriculum, our program prepares residents to address the challenges and opportunities of PM&R in the future.

About the Residency Program:

• 4-Year ACGME-Accredited Program: With a robust curriculum emphasizing brain injury, stroke rehabilitation, and general PM&R.
• Collaborative Leadership Team: You’ll work alongside the Program Director, faculty, and Program Coordinator to deliver a dynamic, high-quality educational experience for residents.
• Community-Focused: Our program is rooted in the belief that training compassionate, skilled physicians is key to transforming healthcare in our community and beyond.

Position Highlights:

• Administrative Responsibilities (50%):
  • Assist the Program Director in developing and implementing the residency curriculum, ensuring alignment with ACGME standards.
  • Play an active role in resident recruitment, onboarding, and mentorship.
  • Organize and lead didactic sessions, conferences, and other educational activities.
  • Collaborate with the Program Director to evaluate residents’ performance and progress, providing guidance and support to help them meet ACGME milestones.
  • Contribute to program assessments and continuous quality improvements to enhance resident education and patient care.
• Clinical Practice (50%):
  • Serve as an attending physician in the inpatient rehabilitation unit, outpatient brain and stroke clinics, or a combination of both.
  • Provide hands-on clinical teaching and mentorship to residents during rotations.
  • Deliver patient care that exemplifies RRH’s commitment to compassionate, patient-centered service.
• Program Development:
  • Foster collaboration among PM&R faculty to build a cohesive and supportive environment for education and care.
  • Contribute to scholarly activity, such as research, presentations, or educational innovations, that enhances the program’s reputation and impact.

Qualifications:

• Required:
  • Board Certification in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.
  • Minimum of three years of clinical or educational experience in an ACGME-accredited residency or fellowship program.
  • Demonstrated commitment to medical education and mentorship.
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Preferred:
  • Experience delivering lectures and leading educational initiatives.
  • Documented scholarly activity, such as publications, presentations, or contributions to academic medicine.

Benefits & Compensation:

• Competitive Compensation: Includes clinical base salary with an administrative stipend.
• Sign-On Bonus: Generous incentive offered upon joining.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package:
  • 6 weeks of vacation annually.
  • CME stipend with dedicated time for professional development.
  • Fully covered relocation assistance.

Why Join Us?

At RRH, our shared values—rooted in our community, serving as one, caring like family, and embracing tomorrow, today—drive our approach to care and education. As a member of the PM&R residency leadership team, you’ll have the opportunity to influence the future of the specialty while advancing your career within a health system recognized for its commitment to quality of life (ranked #9 on Forbes’ Best Quality of Life list).

With excellent schools, affordable living, and abundant recreational opportunities, Rochester offers the perfect backdrop for a fulfilling professional and personal life.

Interested candidates should contact our recruitment team to discuss further details and salary expectations.