Exciting opportunity to join Advocate Health as the General Surgery Residency Program Director

Job Description

Job Description

Join our organization as the Program Director for the General Surgery Residency and trauma surgeon located in Park Ridge, IL.

We are dedicated to being a premier healthcare provider, where our physicians feel empowered, valued, and equipped to excel in their roles. As part of a leading integrated health system, you will share our commitment to innovation, community well-being, and professional growth. If you are looking for a place to make a meaningful impact and be part of a supportive team, this is the opportunity for you.

We are in search of an experienced trauma surgeon to take on the role of Program Director for our General Surgery Residency Program. In this position, you will be instrumental in leading and managing our residency program at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital and Advocate Christ Medical Center, both situated in the Chicagoland area. Additionally, you will provide clinical services as a trauma surgeon at our busy Level I trauma center. Your expertise will be vital in shaping the future of our program and nurturing the next generation of surgeons.

This is a full-time role, with 0.5 FTE allocated to the Program Director responsibilities and 0.5 FTE for your clinical duties as a trauma/surgical critical care surgeon.

• Develop, implement, and sustain a comprehensive curriculum that aligns with ACGME standards and prepares residents for independent surgical practice.
• Manage the recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes for new residents.
• Conduct regular assessments of residents and faculty, ensuring timely feedback and documentation.
• Coordinate educational initiatives across both hospital locations to maintain consistency and quality in training.
• Engage in scholarly activities.
• Facilitate faculty development and involvement in the educational mission.
• Foster a culture of professionalism, wellness, and inclusivity within the residency program.
• Encourage resident participation in research and scholarly activities.
• Ensure program accreditation by adhering to institutional and ACGME policies.
• Lead the Clinical Competency Committee (CCC) and provide guidance to the Program Evaluation Committee (PEC).

• Ensure the residency program maintains good standing with ACGME and the organization’s GME office.
• Keep accurate and current program documentation, including resident files, evaluations, and curricular materials.
• Address resident concerns and performance issues promptly and constructively.
• Report program outcomes and improvement initiatives to institutional leadership.
• Guarantee equitable clinical exposure and operative experience for all residents.
• Uphold ethical standards and create a safe, respectful learning environment.
• Oversee and manage program resources, including faculty time and educational budgets, as necessary.

• Join a nationally recognized integrated organization with a physician-led medical group and embedded service line.
• Utilize DAX Copilot, an AI-driven clinical documentation tool integrated with Epic, to streamline clinical workflows by generating draft patient notes for efficient review and signature.
• Experience a work environment that prioritizes safe and equitable care for all patients.

• The ideal candidate will have completed an accredited general surgery residency and a fellowship in trauma/surgical critical care; however, we are open to considering candidates from other surgical specialties. Our aim is to find a dynamic, dedicated professional passionate about advancing their career and positively impacting our young surgeons.
• Must be board certified with at least 5 years of clinical experience, including a minimum of 3 years in a core faculty or GME leadership role.
• Strong leadership, relationship-building, and collaboration skills are essential for this position.

• Paid Time Off programs available for eligible roles.
• Comprehensive health and welfare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage.
• Retirement benefits, including 401(k) options with employer contributions and access to financial wellness resources.
• Flexible spending accounts for eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• Family support benefits, which may include parental leave, adoption assistance, and surrogacy support.
• Educational assistance and professional development programs.
• Paid medical liability insurance.
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowances.
• Relocation assistance.
• Compensation: $432,961, plus additional incentives and eligibility for a sign-on bonus.

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