Emergency Medicine Residency Program Director

Mission Health, partnered with TeamHealth, is seeking an experienced and dynamic individual to become the inaugural Emergency Medicine (EM) Residency Program Director within our state-of-the-art facility in Asheville, North Carolina.This leadership position is ideal for a candidate with a strong background in EM, a passion for medical education, and the ability to create a positive and innovative learning environment.As the EM Residency Program Director, you will play a crucial role in shaping the next generation of EM physicians and ensuring the highest standards of education and patient care.About the Emergency Department:94-bed EDAnnual ED visits: 100,000+Daily APC coverageEMR: Cerner FirstNetComprehensive Stroke CenterDedicated Pediatric ED1.7 - 2.1 patients per hourAcademic Affiliation: Yes, EM residentsAbout Mission Health:Western NC's flagship hospital licensed for 815 bedsRegional referral center for tertiary and quaternary care and the region's only Level II trauma centerNew 630,000 square foot North Tower, including state-of-the-art 94-bed emergency department220-bed acute and critical care facility29 ORs and 3 daVinci surgical robotsThe ED team is organized into pods based on acuity, allowing for a smooth workflow and efficient patient care. Our physicians work closely with nursing staff, specialists, and other healthcare professionals to provide compassionate care in a fast-paced environmentPosition Highlights:Core program clinical teachingClinical teaching and supervision of residentsGeneral administration - 50%Participation in GME committees/meetingsGME lecturing/teachingOrganizing conferencesGME recruiting/interviewingConducting GME research/scholarly activityResident evaluation and mentoringProgram evaluationQualifications:Board-certified in emergency medicinePrevious experience in medical education and familiarity with ACGME requirements and accreditation processesMust be willing to spend 50% of time on program administration and 50% of time teaching/clinicallyMust have educational/administrative experience in the past 3 years, such as the following:assistant/associate residency program director or site directorexperience serving on the program's Clinical Competency Committee, Program Evaluation Committee or Graduate Medical Education Committee, or serving as a fellowship program directorholding a leadership role in the program, such as the Chair of the department, Chair of the CCC, Research Director, etc.Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skillsDemonstrated ability to mentor and inspire residents and facultyAbility to collaborate with other top emergency medicine programs around the countryIncentive/Benefits Package:Impressive/competitive compensation packageEmployee with full benefits (health, dental, vision, 401K, long-term disability and life insurance paid by TeamHealth, paid professional liability insurance with tail, etc.)Enhanced sign-on and relocation packagesComprehensive corporate benefits package including health and 401kWhether you enjoy outdoor adventures, arts and culture, live music, shopping or fine cuisine, Asheville offers something for everyone! With over 200 waterfalls and four navigable rivers, hiking trails for all skill levels, fantastic terrain for both road and mountain bikes, it is no surprise that Asheville is consistently rated one of the top US places to live. Asheville is known not only for its dynamic food scene and microbreweries but also for ethnic and exotic dining at the area's 250-plus independent restaurants.Asheville offers over 20 city and county public schools, a variety of faith-based schools with challenging curriculums as well as a number of private schools, including some of the best boarding schools in the US. Residents also enjoy easy access to air travel nearby in Asheville, Charlotte, NC and Greenville, SC.

Created: 2025-10-02