Dignity Health – Northridge Hospital Medical Center, a proud member of Dignity Health, is seeking an experienced and dedicated Family Medicine Residency Associate Program Director (APD) to join our leadership team. The APD will play a key role in assisting the Family Medicine Residency Program Director (PD) to lead and oversee the Family Medicine Residency Program. The APD is responsible for helping to ensure the program meets its goals and requirements while providing direct supervision, mentoring, and teaching to residents.

One Community. One Mission. One California

As the Program Director, you will be the cornerstone of the residency program, leading both the educational and clinical components, shaping the next generation of family physicians, and ensuring the program remains innovative, compliant, and aligned with institutional and healthcare needs.

• 40% Associate Program Director: Oversee all aspects of the Family Medicine Residency Program, including curriculum development, faculty oversight, and accreditation compliance.
• 40% Resident Preceptor: Provide hands-on guidance, supervision, and mentorship to residents in clinical settings, helping them develop essential skills and clinical knowledge.
• 20% Non-Faculty Primary Care Clinic Provider: Provide direct patient care in our well-established primary care clinic, contributing to community health while maintaining clinical expertise.

We offer the following benefits to support you and your family:

• Competitive annual salary of $310,000 - $344,536
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and malpractice coverage.
• Annual Quality Bonus up to $18,000.00
• Signing incentives up to $25,000.00.
• Relocation assistance up to $20,000.00.
• Loan forgiveness lump sum, as well as eligibility for Public Student Loan Forgiveness.
• Join a team that actively prioritizes work-life balance to ensure a fulfilling career and personal life.
• Enjoy 8 weeks of accrued time away.
• Incredible Team Comradery
  • Work alongside a dedicated, friendly, and collaborative team of physicians and educators.
  • Join a team that values mutual support, shared goals, and lifelong friendships, creating a positive and dynamic working environment.

Founded in 1955, Dignity Health – Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394-bed acute care nonprofit community hospital located in Northridge, California. The hospital offers a full complement of award-winning services, including the Leavey Cancer Center, a cardiovascular center, stroke center, the Center for Assault Treatment Services, a pediatric medical center, and the only pediatric trauma center in the San Fernando Valley. As a leading provider of compassionate, high-quality, and affordable patient-centered care, we share a rich legacy with Dignity Health, one of the nation’s five largest healthcare systems. We are part of a 21-state network of nearly 9,000 physicians, 62,000 employees, and more than 400 care centers. Visit [Register to View] for more information.

In addition, Dignity Health Medical Group – Northridge, formerly known as Northridge Family Practice, is a multi-specialty group affiliated with Dignity Health, one of the largest health systems in the nation and the largest hospital system in California. Dignity Health is a part of CommonSpirit®, one of the nation's largest health systems dedicated to advancing health for all people.

Ready to Join Us?
Apply now to be part of a team that celebrates your success, supports your growth, and values your well-being. Let’s make a difference together in Northridge, CA.

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Your New Role

As the Family Medicine Residency Associate Program Director, you will:

• • Lead and Mentor Residents: Work closely with the Program Director to supervise and mentor residents, creating a dynamic and supportive learning environment. Provide direct teaching and continuous supervision in both clinical and academic settings to foster the development of emerging family physicians.
  • Curriculum Oversight & Innovation: Collaborate with the Program Director to oversee the development of a robust and innovative curriculum that aligns with ACGME standards and meets the evolving needs of residents and the healthcare system.
  • Accreditation & Compliance: Assist in ensuring that the Family Medicine Residency Program maintains compliance with ACGME requirements, institutional policies, and regulations for affiliated clinics and other hospitals. Support accreditation processes and documentation, ensuring ongoing program excellence.
  • Resident Recruitment & Retention: Support the recruitment, selection, and retention of residents, ensuring that a diverse and highly skilled cohort is chosen each year. Help facilitate the residency orientation process and participate in resident assessments, remediation, and career counseling.
  • Program Evaluation & Improvement: Collaborate with the Program Director to evaluate and improve the residency program, identifying areas for growth and innovation. Participate in the Program Evaluation Committee to help set program priorities, improve processes, and plan strategically for program enhancement.
  • Clinical & Educational Leadership: Participate in the education and training of residents, providing oversight for scholarly projects, quality improvement initiatives, and research within the residency program. Mentor residents in their academic and clinical endeavors, setting a strong example for future family medicine practitioners.
  • Faculty Development & Collaboration: Work with the Program Director to support faculty development, providing guidance and professional growth opportunities for faculty members to enhance their teaching and mentoring skills.
  • Resident Rotation & Scheduling: Collaborate with the Program Director, chief resident, and program coordinator to assist in creating resident rotation schedules, and help negotiate with other Graduate Medical Education (GME) and Undergraduate Medical Education (UME) programs and practice sites.
  • Scholarship & Research: Participate in and promote scholarly work, including education research, demonstration projects, and quality improvement initiatives. Serve as a mentor and facilitator to other faculty and residents engaging in academic research.
  • Additional Responsibilities: Perform other reasonable duties as assigned by the Program Director to support the Residency Program’s directives from the Designated Institutional Officer (DIO), Chief Medical Officer (CMO), Hospital President, Board of Directors, Community Board, and Chief of the Medical Staff.

• MD/DO
• Completion of an ACGME accredited Family Medicine residency program
• BC in Family Medicine
• Must possess or have an ability to obtain an unrestricted California medical license prior to employment
• Minimum of 2 years in an accredited teaching program with experience in both inpatient and outpatient family medicine practice.
• Previous experience as a Family Medicine Residency Program Director is strongly preferred.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in word processing and communication software.
• Knowledge of clinical practice laws, ethics, and ACGME requirements for graduate medical education.
• Familiarity with ACGME requirements, ABFM standards, and California licensure regulations.