Internal Medicine Residency Program Director at Piedmont Healthcare
Job Description
Shape the Future of Internal Medicine Education in the Heart of Atlanta
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital is a 643-bed, not-for-profit academic medical center located in the Buckhead neighborhood of Atlanta. As part of Piedmont Healthcares growing academic strategy, this new Internal Medicine Residency Program will be a cornerstone of physician workforce development across Georgia.
Position Overview
As the Founding Program Director, you will lead the design, accreditation, and launch of a new Internal Medicine Residency Program. You will build a culture of academic excellence, equity, and patient-centered care while maintaining clinical practice as a role model for trainees.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and oversee implementation of the program curriculum and evaluation systems
 - Lead recruitment and development of faculty and residents
 - Ensure ongoing compliance with ACGME standards
 - Foster a culture of professionalism, scholarship, and resident wellness
 - Maintain a clinical role in internal medicine
 - Collaborate with system leaders to grow future fellowships
 
Minimum Qualifications
- MD or DO from an accredited medical school
 - Board Certification in Internal Medicine
 - Eligibility for unrestricted Georgia medical license
 - Minimum of three years of GME experience
 
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience developing or expanding residency programs
 - Strong knowledge of ACGME accreditation and site visit process
 - Interest in DEI, faculty mentorship, and scholarly innovation
 
Why Piedmont?
- Opportunity to lead a new residency program from the ground up
 - Flagship hospital with advanced clinical services and subspecialty support
 - Collaborative GME leadership with strong administrative infrastructure
 - Atlanta offers dynamic urban living, cultural depth, and travel convenience
 
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