United Health Services
Founding Program Director – Part-time or Full-time - Family Medicine Residency -
United Health Services, Norwich, New York, United States
CMH is recruiting a
Founding Program Director
to lead our new Rural Family Medicine Residency Program at UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital in Norwich, New York. This position is benefits eligible. The position can be part-time or full-time.
Salary Range:
$270,000 - $350,400 Annually Key Responsibilities and Expectations: We are actively recruiting a
board-certified Family Medicine Physician
to lead our new Rural Family Medicine Residency Program as its Founding Program Director. Chenango Memorial Hospital is a new site for Graduate Medical Education and is opening its first residency training program.
In collaboration with the well-established residency program at United Health Services, residents will train primarily at CMH with some required rotations at the urban site. CMH offers a busy Emergency Department, on-site Labor & Delivery, and robust outpatient pediatrics. It is located about a 50-minute drive from Binghamton, NY.
The program has received initial accreditation from the ACGME Family Medicine Review Committee and plans to admit its first class of 2 residents in July 2026.
The Program Director will be part of a team including a DIO, VP of Medical Affairs, and family medicine core faculty with extensive GME experience. Faculty development opportunities are available through the urban site and our partnership with SUNY Upstate.
The candidate must have an interest in developing a new residency program, with dedication and passion for graduate medical education. A thorough knowledge of ACGME requirements, clinical family medicine care, and the ability to fulfill the following duties are essential:
Develop, implement, and maintain the curriculum for family medicine residents, preparing them for independent practice in compliance with ACGME standards.
Define, supervise, and evaluate all aspects of the program including faculty, facilities, and educational resources to achieve and maintain accreditation.
Implement feedback mechanisms, evaluations, and action plans for faculty and residents, including remediation.
Lead resident recruitment and selection aligned with program and institutional missions.
Participate in the Graduate Medical Education Committee of the sponsoring institution.
Requirements:
MD or DO Degree
Board certification through the American Board of Family Medicine or American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians
Current or ability to obtain license in New York and DEA registration
At least three years of documented experience, including administrative roles, as an active faculty member in a Family Medicine Residency Program
Leadership experience in curriculum development, teaching, mentoring, and evaluation
What You Can Expect:
50% FTE dedicated to residency administration, teaching, and supervision, with negotiable clinical time
Competitive salary and benefits, including 403b with employer match
Clinical academic appointment at SUNY Upstate Medical University
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible employer
Community Information: Located in the Southern Tier of New York State, Chenango County offers a welcoming community, rural lifestyle, and four seasons of natural beauty. The area is known for its agriculture, with dairy farms and local markets, and is home to companies like Chobani, GE Unison, and Raymond Corporation.
Norwich, the county seat, features a charming downtown, historic homes, and a relaxed pace in its villages and hamlets. Outdoor recreation year-round includes hiking, skiing, kayaking, hunting, and fishing. The region hosts festivals such as the Chenango Blues Fest, Colorscape Arts Festival, and the Chenango County Fair.
Explore the rich cultural heritage and close-knit communities that make Chenango County a special place to live and work.
Contact Information: Please click "Apply" to submit your application.
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Founding Program Director
to lead our new Rural Family Medicine Residency Program at UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital in Norwich, New York. This position is benefits eligible. The position can be part-time or full-time.
Salary Range:
$270,000 - $350,400 Annually Key Responsibilities and Expectations: We are actively recruiting a
board-certified Family Medicine Physician
to lead our new Rural Family Medicine Residency Program as its Founding Program Director. Chenango Memorial Hospital is a new site for Graduate Medical Education and is opening its first residency training program.
In collaboration with the well-established residency program at United Health Services, residents will train primarily at CMH with some required rotations at the urban site. CMH offers a busy Emergency Department, on-site Labor & Delivery, and robust outpatient pediatrics. It is located about a 50-minute drive from Binghamton, NY.
The program has received initial accreditation from the ACGME Family Medicine Review Committee and plans to admit its first class of 2 residents in July 2026.
The Program Director will be part of a team including a DIO, VP of Medical Affairs, and family medicine core faculty with extensive GME experience. Faculty development opportunities are available through the urban site and our partnership with SUNY Upstate.
The candidate must have an interest in developing a new residency program, with dedication and passion for graduate medical education. A thorough knowledge of ACGME requirements, clinical family medicine care, and the ability to fulfill the following duties are essential:
Develop, implement, and maintain the curriculum for family medicine residents, preparing them for independent practice in compliance with ACGME standards.
Define, supervise, and evaluate all aspects of the program including faculty, facilities, and educational resources to achieve and maintain accreditation.
Implement feedback mechanisms, evaluations, and action plans for faculty and residents, including remediation.
Lead resident recruitment and selection aligned with program and institutional missions.
Participate in the Graduate Medical Education Committee of the sponsoring institution.
Requirements:
MD or DO Degree
Board certification through the American Board of Family Medicine or American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians
Current or ability to obtain license in New York and DEA registration
At least three years of documented experience, including administrative roles, as an active faculty member in a Family Medicine Residency Program
Leadership experience in curriculum development, teaching, mentoring, and evaluation
What You Can Expect:
50% FTE dedicated to residency administration, teaching, and supervision, with negotiable clinical time
Competitive salary and benefits, including 403b with employer match
Clinical academic appointment at SUNY Upstate Medical University
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible employer
Community Information: Located in the Southern Tier of New York State, Chenango County offers a welcoming community, rural lifestyle, and four seasons of natural beauty. The area is known for its agriculture, with dairy farms and local markets, and is home to companies like Chobani, GE Unison, and Raymond Corporation.
Norwich, the county seat, features a charming downtown, historic homes, and a relaxed pace in its villages and hamlets. Outdoor recreation year-round includes hiking, skiing, kayaking, hunting, and fishing. The region hosts festivals such as the Chenango Blues Fest, Colorscape Arts Festival, and the Chenango County Fair.
Explore the rich cultural heritage and close-knit communities that make Chenango County a special place to live and work.
Contact Information: Please click "Apply" to submit your application.
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