Internal Medicine Residency Program Director

Piedmont Atlanta Hospital – Atlanta, GA

Shape the Future of Internal Medicine Education in the Heart of Atlanta

Piedmont Atlanta Hospital is a 643-bed, not-for-profit academic medical center located in the Buckhead neighborhood of Atlanta. As part of Piedmont Healthcare’s growing academic strategy, this new Internal Medicine Residency Program will be a cornerstone of physician workforce development across Georgia.

Position Overview

As the Founding Program Director, you will lead the design, accreditation, and launch of a new Internal Medicine Residency Program. You will build a culture of academic excellence, equity, and patient-centered care while maintaining clinical practice as a role model for trainees.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and oversee implementation of the program curriculum and evaluation systems
• Lead recruitment and development of faculty and residents
• Ensure ongoing compliance with ACGME standards
• Foster a culture of professionalism, scholarship, and resident wellness
• Maintain a clinical role in internal medicine
• Collaborate with system leaders to grow future fellowships

Minimum Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school
• Board Certification in Internal Medicine
• Eligibility for unrestricted Georgia medical license
• Minimum of three years of GME experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing or expanding residency programs
• Strong knowledge of ACGME accreditation and site visit process
• Interest in DEI, faculty mentorship, and scholarly innovation

Why Piedmont?

• Opportunity to lead a new residency program from the ground up
• Flagship hospital with advanced clinical services and subspecialty support
• Collaborative GME leadership with strong administrative infrastructure
• Atlanta offers dynamic urban living, cultural depth, and travel convenience