GME- Internal Medicine Residency Faculty Member

Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center, a distinguished 427-bed non-profit hospital and regional referral center, invites applications for an Internal Medicine Residency Faculty Member position. Serving an extensive 17-county region in Athens and northeast Georgia, our center provides a Level II trauma center, a Level III NICU, and a vast network of esteemed primary care physicians and specialists dedicated to delivering comprehensive care to patients across all age groups.

Established in 1919 by physicians with a vision for a community-focused healthcare model, Piedmont Athens Regional remains a beacon of innovative healthcare delivery in the region. We are committed to fostering real change in healthcare practices, maintaining our legacy of excellence, and continuing to grow as a central pillar of the Athens community.

Hospital Services:

• Strategic location in Athens-Clarke County, extending services to a broad spectrum of counties including Oconee, Madison, Jackson, and more.
• A strong team of over 3,300 professionals, encompassing physicians and a broad array of healthcare specialists.
• Offering comprehensive 24-hour emergency services alongside a full range of medical, surgical, and diagnostic care, including Cardiology, Oncology, Women's Health, Orthopedics, Pediatrics, and more.
• Ranked among the top 100 hospitals nationally for patient preference and included in U.S. News and World Report's Best Hospitals list.

Role Requirements:

• Board Certification in Internal Medicine (ABIM or AOBIM).
• Eligible for an unrestricted medical license in Georgia.
• At least two years of clinical experience preferred, with openness to considering emerging talents in the field.
• A strong dedication to comprehensive and compassionate patient care.

Role Details:

• The role is primarily academic/administrative with a clinical practice component.
• Key responsibilities include mentoring and guiding residents, supervising residents in clinic, delivering both small group and lecture-based education, and serve as an advisor to residents.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Full benefits package including health, life, and disability insurance
• Professional liability insurance
• Retirement plan options with employer contributions (6% 401K match)
• Support for professional development and continuing medical education
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and official holidays

About Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center:

As a major healthcare provider and the second-largest employer in the region, Piedmont Athens Regional significantly impacts the local economy with contributions exceeding $800 million annually. Our commitment to superior patient experiences and comprehensive care has garnered national recognition. We take pride in our role as the official healthcare provider for the University of Georgia Athletic Association, reflecting our deep community ties and dedication to promoting health and wellness.

Living in Athens, Georgia:

Athens is celebrated for its vibrant cultural scene, historic charm, and dynamic community. Known for its excellent educational institutions, rich musical heritage, and diverse culinary landscape, Athens offers a unique blend of southern tradition and contemporary lifestyle, making it an ideal place for professionals and families.

Join Our Team:

We are looking for a dedicated Internal Medicine professional who shares our vision for high-quality, patient-centered care. If you are passionate about teaching and making a meaningful impact in the lives of residents and patients alike, Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center is your home.

Piedmont Athens Regional is one of northeast Georgia’s largest not-for-profit hospitals. The 427-bed, acute care hospital joined the Piedmont family in 2016 and features a regional Level II trauma center and Level III neonatal ICU. Founded by physicians in 1919, the hospital has garnered national acclaim in patient experience, comprehensive cardiac care including open heart and thoracic surgery, orthopedics, neurosciences, minimally invasive surgeries, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics, oncology and gastroenterology. Today, Piedmont Athens Regional is committed to providing accessible healthcare by making seamless connections between patients and providers. To support our commitment, in 2022, Piedmont Athens opened a $194 million patient tower with state-of-the-art technology to deliver convenient care to patients from across the region.

Piedmont Athens Regional is proud to be the official healthcare provider for the University of Georgia Athletic
Association. The hospital also serves as an educational training site for hundreds of medical students from the
Augusta University/University of Georgia Medical Partnership.

Key Hospital Facts:

• Located in Athens-Clarke County while serving the following counties: Athens-Clarke, Oconee, Oglethorpe, Madison, Jackson, Barrow, Walton, Morgan, Greene, Taliaferro, Wilkes, Elbert, Hart, Franklin, Banks, Stephens and Habersham
• More than 3,300 employees including physicians and healthcare professionals
  • Major Services
    
    • Emergency Services
    • Heart Care
    • Home Health
    • Imaging Services
    • Laboratory Services
    • Maternity Care
    • Neurosciences
    • Oncology
    • Orthopedic/Sports Medicine/Rehabilitation
    • Pediatrics Care
    • Surgical Specialities
    • Wound Care & Hyperbaric services

Awards and Recognition

• Piedmont Athens Regional CEO Michael Burnett
presented the Distinguished American Award, N al Football Foundation and College Hall of
Fame, 2022
• Emergency Quality Network (E-QUAL) Honor Roll, Stroke, American College of Emergency Physicians,
2022
• Best Maternity Hospital 2022, Newsweek
• LifeLink Platinum Award, LifeLink Workplace Partnership for Life, 2021
• Named a Top Large Hospital in Georgia, Georgia Trend, 2021
• Gold Plus with Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite Plus and Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll, Get
With the
Guidelines® Target Stroke, American Heart Association/ American Stroke Association, 2022.
• Heart Failure, Gold Plus, Get With the Guidelines® Heart Failure, American Heart Association/
American Stroke Association, 2022.

Received the American College of Cardiology’s NCDR
Chest Pain – MI Registry Gold Performance Achievement
Award, one of only 30 hospitals nationwide to receive this
honor, 2020
• Ranked No. 4 in Georgia in a World’s Best Hospitals list for
2020, Newsweek, 2020

It's Time to Get Better

Piedmont Healthcare is a top-rated system with award winning hospitals and employees comprised of over 22 hospitals, more than 2,500 physicians, and over 700 clinic practice locations across greater Atlanta and North Georgia. With over 1 million outpatient encounters, you will have the opportunity to see and treat a variety of medical conditions. Metro Atlanta’s vibrant economy fuels a wealth of global communities and diverse cultural experiences, while the state of Georgia offers coastline beaches and mountain views. Live and work with the best at Piedmont in the big and small towns of the Peach State

At Piedmont, we believe it's always time to get better.

Time to build on our reputation of excellence and enhance our services to deliver a whole new level of compassionate care, and time for discovering new treatment options while providing technology and tools that give patients the information they need - and the voice they deserve in choosing their healthcare.

Piedmont’s purpose to make a positive difference in every life we touch is our Promise, and it governs our delivery of holistic patient-centric care. And we keep this promise every day. From our patients and their families, to our employees, volunteers, vendors and communities – making a positive difference is not just what we do, it’s who we are. Our team is committed to a common set of priorities aimed at creating a one-of-a-kind experience that always puts the patient first.

Home to the University of Georgia, Athens is as much a city of knowledge as its Greek counterpart. Located 78 miles east of Atlanta, Athens has a rich culture and thriving music scene, which ranked the city on our Top 10 Best Music Scenes list. This college town also has year-round recreation activities, restaurants and more than 65 downtown shops, which help support the local small-business economy.

Today's Athens is full of creative energy, as evidenced by the city's world-renowned music scene, nightlife, art scene and festivals.

With a year-round mild climate, beautiful natural countryside and a focus on healthy living, folks in Athens just naturally seem to love being active.