Residency Program Director - Emergency Medicine - Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola

Pensacola, FL - Seeking Emergency Medicine Residency Program Director

Join the Physician Partnership Where You Can Increase Your Impact

Vituity's ownership model provides autonomy, local control, and a national system of support, so you can focus your attention where you want it to be - on your patients.

Join the Vituity Team. Vituity is a 100% physician-owned partnership and is led by frontline physicians that are all equitable owners. As an equal and valued partner from day one, our ownership model provides you with financial transparency, a comprehensive benefits package including profit distribution, and multiple career development opportunities. Our leadership understands what your practice needs to thrive and gives you autonomy and local control so you can provide care when, where, and how your patients need it. You are backed by a best-in-class corporate healthcare team and supported by the broad peer-level expertise of 6,000 Vituity clinicians. At Vituity we've cultivated an environment where passion thrives, and success comes through shared purpose. We were founded in a culture that values team accomplishments more than individual achievements, an approach we call "culture of brilliance." Together, we leverage our strengths and experiences to make a positive impact in our local communities. We foster this through shared goals and helping our colleagues succeed, and we also understand the importance of recognition, taking the time to show appreciation and gratitude for a job well done.

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The Opportunity

• Be the inaugural program director responsible for building a new EM residency program at an established teaching institution in Pensacola, Florida.
• Work with Vituity's reputable academic team to leave a legacy and create a high-quality emergency medicine training program to augment the regional physician workforce.
• Enjoy the support and resources of a master affiliation with Florida State University.
• Responsible for the overall development, administration, organization, evaluation, teaching, resident supervision, precepting, and scholarship.
• Responsible for establishing the clinical and educational assignments and schedule of the residents to achieve the educational objectives of the program and meet ACGME requirements.
• Responsible for maintaining program accreditation in accordance with the ACGME and all other accrediting agencies.
• Establish the strategic direction and aims of the program and responsible for the standards, quality, and reputation of the program.
• Oversee and engage with all Residency Core Faculty, Clinical faculty, and Program Coordinators.
• Remain clinically active with 0.5 FTE support for nonclinical GME work.
• Administer and maintain an educational environment conducive to educating residents in each of the ACGME competency areas.

Required Experience and Competencies

• Board Certified by ABEM/ABOEM.
• Unrestricted Florida State Licensed physician as a Medical Doctor (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) required.
• Must maintain membership and privileges on Hospital's medical staff and comply with and abide by the bylaws, rules and regulations, and the policies and procedures of the Hospital's medical staff where services are being provided.
• Three (3) years of experience either as a Core Faculty Member, experience in Residency Program Development required, or other leadership acceptable by the ACGME EM RC.
• Experience with leadership/mentorship of residents required.
• Five years of core faculty experience in a residency program preferred.
• Scholarly activity within the last five years preferred.
• Ability to facilitate networking opportunities and create an environment that fosters mentorship and promotes the career advancement of Physician fellows.
• Comprehensive and detailed understanding of national accreditation policies, educational administration, and hospital policies to ensure program compliance and accreditation status.
• Ability to stay updated with the latest advancements, new developments, research, guidelines, and best practices in the relevant field/specialty.
• Demonstrated proficiency in providing excellent patient care.
• Strong teaching skills to effectively educate and mentor resident physicians.
• Strong communication skills to effectively interact with residents, fellows, faculty members, and other stakeholders: the ability to provide constructive feedback, address concerns, and foster a positive learning environment.
• Skilled in strategic planning, organizing, and directing the activities of a program; able to set program goals, coordinate rotations, manage resources, and ensure compliance with accreditation standards.
• Effective collaboration and teamwork skills.
• Competent at advocating for the interests and needs of the residents, fellows within the institution and the broader medical community; promoting professionalism, ethical conduct, and patient-centered care; upholding the values of the profession; and serving as a role model.

The Practice

Ascension Sacred Heart - Pensacola, Florida

• Ascension Sacred Heart is a 566-bed Level 1 Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center with both Adult and Pediatric Emergency Departments.
• The Ascension Sacred Heart campus in Pensacola Florida is home to the Studer Family Children's Hospital Ascension Sacred Heart.
• Ascension Sacred Heart in Pensacola provides specialized care in the areas of cardiovascular and stroke care, pediatrics, orthopedics, transplant, neurosurgery, surgery and women's health care.
• The sponsoring institution is experienced in GME and has had residency training programs in IM, FM, peds and OB/Gyn for years.

The Community

• Pensacola, Florida, known as the "City of Five Flags," is a coastal gem blending rich history, natural beauty, and vibrant living.
• Located in the westernmost part of the Florida Panhandle, it boasts pristine beaches like Pensacola Beach and Perdido Key with sugar-white sands and turquoise waters.
• Landmarks include the National Naval Aviation Museum, home to the renowned Blue Angels, and Historic Pensacola Village, which showcases the city's colonial heritage.
• Residents enjoy a variety of activities, from kayaking and fishing to attending festivals and live music events.
• Seasonal weather features mild winters and warm, sunny summers, ideal for outdoor recreation.
• Pensacola's thriving economy, affordable cost of living, and friendly neighborhoods attract families and professionals.
• Sports enthusiasts can cheer for the Pensacola Blue Wahoos, a minor league baseball team.

Benefits & Beyond*

Vituity cares about the whole you. With our comprehensive compensation and benefits package, we are mindful of what matters most, and support your needs of today and your plans for the future.

• Superior Health Plan Options
• Dental, Vision, HSA, life and AD&D coverage, and more
• Partnership models allows a K-1 status pay structure, allowing high tax deductions
• Extraordinary 401K Plan with high tax reduction and faster balance growth
• Eligible to receive an Annual Profit Distribution/yearly cash bonus
• EAP, travel assistance, and identify theft included
• Student loan refinancing discounts
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives including LGBTQ+ History, Dia de los Muertos Celebration, Money Management/Money Relationship, and more
• Purpose-driven culture focused on improving the lives of our patients, communities, and employees

We are unified around the common purpose of transforming healthcare to improve lives and we believe everyone has a role to play in that. When we work together across sites and specialties as an integrated healthcare team, we exceed the expectations of our patients and the hospitals and clinics we work in. If you are looking to make a difference, from clinical to corporate, Vituity is the place to do it. Come grow with us.

Vituity appreciates differences; our dedication to diversity, equity and inclusion is at the heart of our organization. Vituity does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law. Vituity is committed to complying with all applicable national, state and local laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity.

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