Psychiatry Residency Program Director

Job Summary

Reading Hospital is seeking an experienced and dedicated psychiatrist to lead our Psychiatry Residency Program. The Program Director will be responsible for overseeing the educational, clinical, and administrative components of the residency program, ensuring the highest standards of training and professional development for our residents.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership and Administration:

• Oversee the daily operations of the Psychiatry Residency Program.

• Develop and implement educational policies and procedures in line with ACGME requirements.

• Ensure compliance with all accreditation standards and maintain the program's accreditation status.

• Manage and mentor faculty members involved in the residency program.

• Serve as a liaison between the residents, faculty, and hospital administration.

Educational and Clinical Oversight:

• Design, coordinate, and evaluate the curriculum to ensure a comprehensive training experience.

• Facilitate didactic sessions, case conferences, journal clubs, and other educational activities.

• Monitor resident progress through regular evaluations and provide constructive feedback.

• Promote a culture of scholarly activity, encouraging resident participation in research and academic pursuits.

• Ensure residents receive a diverse and well-rounded clinical experience.

Resident Recruitment and Support:

• Lead the recruitment and selection process for new residents.

• Provide guidance and support to residents, addressing their academic, professional, and personal needs.

• Foster an inclusive and supportive training environment that promotes wellness and professional growth.

Program Development and Innovation:

• Continuously assess and improve the residency program based on feedback and evolving best practices.

• Develop and implement innovative educational tools and resources.

• Participate in institutional and national committees related to graduate medical education.

The Benefits We Offer:

• Competitive compensation package

• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance

• Retirement savings plan with employer automatic contribution and employer match

• Malpractice insurance & Tail Coverage

• Retention Bonus

• Generous paid time-off allowance

• CME time and money

• Relocation assistance

• H1B & Green Card Support

• Spousal/Domestic Partner Job Search Support

• Supportive health system to advance goals

Reading Hospital is a 697-bed nonprofit teaching hospital that provides high quality healthcare, cutting-edge technology, and experienced, caring medical professionals. As the nationally recognized, Magnet designated flagship institution of Tower Health, Reading Hospital is home to many top-tier specialty care centers and services, including the McGlinn Cancer Institute, Miller Regional Heart Center, one of the state's busiest Emergency Departments and a Level I Trauma Center, and Beginnings Maternity Center, which houses the region's only Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Reading Hospital is home to many top-tier specialty care centers and services, was named one of America's 50 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades and has been ranked as one of the Top Ten Hospitals by U.S. News and World Report the second year in a row.

The Community:

Reading Hospital is located in West Reading, part of Berks County, Pennsylvania. This is an area that offers many wonderful places to live and raise a family. Berks County is within driving distance of major metropolitan areas like Baltimore, Philadelphia, and New York City, offering an easy chance to get away for some big city excitement.

The Reading Symphony Orchestra and Reading Public Museum are considered among the best in the state. GoggleWorks is one of the nation's largest interactive community arts centers. And each year, the Berks Arts Council presents the largest jazz festival on the east coast. In addition, the Santander Arena and Performing Arts Center bring some of the world's top acts to Reading.

The great outdoors is right in your backyard, including the National Scenic Appalachian Trail, Blue Marsh Lake, French Creek State Park, and the Hawk Mountain Sanctuary. And you'll find lakes for boating, swimming, ice fishing, and skating. Reading also ranks fourth nationwide in minor-league sports markets, hosting our own minor league hockey (Reading Royals) and baseball (Reading Fightin' Phils) teams.

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Websites:

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Contact Name: Christopher David

Contact Email: Christopher.David@towerhealth.org

Contact Phone: 570-401-4510 (Call or Text)

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.

• Must be board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology in Psychiatry.

• A valid PA Medical License or the ability to obtain one is required.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in clinical psychiatry, with at least 3 years in a teaching or academic leadership role.

• Experience as an assistant or associate training director or experience as a training director preferred, but not required.

• Must be up to date with literature and clinically experienced in psychopharmacology.

• Appreciates both the psychosocial and biological components of behavior and their contribution to behavioral and psychiatric disorders.

• Research experience preferred.

• Demonstrated commitment to resident education and training.

• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with a diverse group of stakeholders.

Overview

Tower Health is a regional integrated healthcare system that offers compassionate, high-quality, leading-edge healthcare and wellness services to communities in Berks, Chester, Montgomery, and Philadelphia Counties. With approximately 11,500 employees, Tower Health consists of Reading Hospital in West Reading; Phoenixville Hospital in Phoenixville; Pottstown Hospital in Pottstown; and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children in Philadelphia. Tower Health has partnered with Drexel University College of Medicine to open a new medical school one-half mile walking distance from Reading Hospital, a regional medical campus for Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health. The school opened in 2021 and is currently accepting enrollment applications for the second class in 2024. In addition, Reading Hospital is the main training hospital for the medical school and supports ACGME accredited residency and fellowship programs. For more information, visit towerhealth.org