Psychiatry Residency Program Director; Founding Program

Psychiatry Residency Program Director (Founding Program)
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* Job Description:

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* Job Title:

** Residency Program Director  
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* Location:

** Springfield, MO  
** Department:
** Psychiatry  
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* Employment Type:

** Full-time
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* Job Summary:

** Are you a visionary leader in psychiatry ready to shape the future of medical education? Join our collaborative, mission‐driven team as the
** Residency Program Director
** for a new Psychiatry Residency Program launching in 2028.This is a unique opportunity to
** build a program from the ground up****,
** influence the next generation of psychiatrists, and expand access to high‐quality behavioral healthcare across the communities we serve.  The role offers a balanced structure of
** 50% administrative leadership and 50% clinical practice****,
** allowing you to stay engaged in patient care while driving educational excellence and  this role, you will provide
** strategic leadership, program oversight, and continuous quality improvement**, ensuring full compliance with ACGME requirements and institutional policies. You will also foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment for residents while leading program development, recruitment, curriculum design, and faculty engagement aligned with ACGME competencies and best practices.

** Life in the Springfield / Southwest Missouri area:
** Springfield, Missouri offers a rare combination of executive-level opportunity and exceptional quality of life. As the economic and healthcare hub of Southwest Missouri, the region is anchored by major employers across healthcare, education, and human services—creating a stable, growth-oriented environment where leaders can make a visible, lasting impact. Home to Missouri State University, Springfield benefits from a strong talent pipeline, vibrant campus culture, and continued investment in workforce development.

With a cost of living well below the national average, executives enjoy a higher standard of living—more space, shorter commutes, and greater financial flexibility.

Beyond the workplace, the greater Springfield metro—including highly desirable communities like Nixa, Republic, Willard, Ozark, and Battlefield—offers a balanced, livable lifestyle that’s increasingly hard to find in larger markets. The area combines accessibility, strong schools, and close-knit communities with convenient access to outdoor recreation in the Ozarks and destination spots like Table Rock Lake. For executives seeking both career impact and a better everyday experience, Springfield represents a strategic move—not a compromise.
** This position offers...**•
** Sign-On Bonus:** $40,000  •
** Employee Assistance Program** – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost  *
* • Mileage Reimbursement** – Company paid for work functions requiring travel  •
** Workplace Culture** – An environment that prioritizes employee wellbeing, values each individual, and promotes a positive, purpose-driven workforce  •
** Additional Perks & Benefits** – Scroll to the bottom of this posting to learn more
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* Key Responsibilities:

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* • Lead the design, implementation, and ongoing evaluation of the Psychiatry Residency Program  
• Oversee resident recruitment, selection, evaluation, promotion, and disciplinary processes  
• Ensure resident education occurs within a framework of high-quality, patient-centered care  
• Supervise residents and support their professional growth, clinical development, and well-being  
• Approve, evaluate, and develop program faculty; address performance concerns as needed to maintain program standards  
• Develop and maintain a curriculum aligned with ACGME competency domains, promoting scholarly activity and professionalism  
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting to the DIO, GMEC, and ACGME, maintaining full regulatory compliance  
• Foster a safe, inclusive learning environment that…