Physician - Psychiatry

Assistant/Associate Program Director - Community Psychiatry

1.5 Hours from the South Carolina Coast and 2 Hours from Charlotte and Charleston

Loan Forgiveness Available

Seeking a dynamicAPDto launch and lead a newCommunity Psychiatry Residency Programat the state-of-the-art behavioral health facility. Be part of a nationally recognized academic health system and play a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of psychiatrists while expanding access to behavioral health care across South Carolina.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Ground-up leadershipof a brand-new ACGME-accredited residency program
• Practice in anew behavioral health facilitywith comprehensive services:
  • Rapid Access Center for walk-in psychiatric care
  • Telepsychiatry across the region
  • Crisis stabilization (adult & adolescent beds)
  • Intensive Outpatient & Partial Hospitalization Programs
  • 63-bed inpatient psychiatric unit

Leadership Responsibilities

• Partner with the Program Director to provide administrative and clinical leadership for the residency program
• Support ACGME accreditation compliance and adherence to GME policies
• Assist with resident supervision, evaluation, and educational programming, including oversight of goals, procedures, and work hours
• Contribute to program development, growth, and continuous quality improvement initiatives
• Participate in didactics, journal clubs, and grand rounds
• Engage in faculty development, academic societies, and scholarly activities
• Play an active role in resident teaching, mentorship, and program operations

Clinical & Teaching Role

• Providedirect patient careat a single, modern facility
• Supervise and teach residents in both clinical and didactic settings
• Participate in research and academic initiatives
• Flexible mix of20-60% administrative / 40-80% clinical(varies during program development and launch)

Qualifications

• Board eligible/certified in Psychiatry
• Passion for medical education, program building, and community psychiatry

Community Highlights - Florence, South Carolina:

• Regional Hub with Easy Access- Centrally located along I-95 and I-20, making travel to Charleston, Columbia, and Myrtle Beach quick and convenient
• Affordable, Family-Friendly Living- Lower cost of living with spacious homes, excellent schools, and a welcoming community atmosphere
• Growing Healthcare & Education Center- Home to Medical University of South Carolina regional network and Francis Marion University
• Revitalized Downtown & Dining Scene- Vibrant downtown with local shops, restaurants, and entertainment, anchored by Florence Center
• Outdoor Recreation Year-Round- Access to parks, golf courses, and nearby lakes, plus close proximity to South Carolinas coast for weekend getaways

Job Reference # PD 26514