Family Medicine Residency Program Director - Tulare, CA
Company: Adventist Health
Location: Tulare
Posted on: November 3, 2025
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Job Description:
Adventist Health Tulare is seeking an experienced and visionary
leader to serve as Program Director for our Family Medicine
Residency Program . This is a unique opportunity to shape the
future of primary care by mentoring the next generation of family
physicians, guiding a mission-driven team, and advancing academic
excellence in a supportive, community-focused environment. POSITION
HIGHLIGHTS: Community and Hospital-based ACGME-accredited program
Maintain clinical practice while leading the residency Mission- and
values driven healthcare system Supportive and collaborative team
of diverse, family-oriented faculty MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Champion the mission and goals of the residency program and
sponsoring institution. Ensure compliance with ACGME Institutional,
Common, and Family Medicine Program Requirements, maintaining full
accreditation status. Develop and maintain a high-quality
curriculum aligned with ACGME standards, State of California
guidelines, and board certification expectations, including
achievement of an >80% board pass rate and above-average
in-training exam scores. Provide mentorship and oversight to
teaching faculty, including annual performance evaluations and
professional development opportunities in evidence-based teaching
and evaluation methods. Recruit, retain, and mentor a diverse,
high-performing group of residents who embody excellence in
whole-person care, scholarship, professionalism, and leadership.
Promote a safe and inclusive learning environment where residents
can provide feedback and raise concerns confidentially and without
retaliation. Oversee the residency budget and ensure resources meet
ACGME and institutional requirements, while demonstrating financial
stewardship. Build and maintain collaborative relationships with
community-based and academic teaching institutions to enhance
curriculum, faculty development, and resident education. Serve as
an institutional leader and advocate for graduate medical education
within Adventist Health Bakersfield and the broader community.
BENEFITS: Wage scale $346,200.00 - $400,200.00 Competitive
compensation Comprehensive benefits package including medical,
dental, and vision insurance. Starting bonus Retirement savings
plan with employer match. Top rated malpractice insurance coverage.
Relocation reimbursement QUALIFICATIONS: Must hold or be eligible
for an unrestricted California medical license Board certified in
Family Medicine Graduate of an ACGME-accredited Family Medicine
residency program Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience in
family medicine At least 2 years as a core faculty member in an
ACGME accredited family medicine residency program Current medical
licensure and appropriate medical staff appointment. Ongoing
clinical activity. Minimum of 3–5 years of clinical and
administrative experience in graduate medical education, preferably
as Program Director, Associate Program Director, Site Director, or
Core Faculty Demonstrated commitment to resident education,
clinical excellence, and fostering an inclusive academic
environment COMMUNITY: Central Location : Tulare is located in the
San Joaquin Valley of California. It's situated between San
Francisco to the north, Los Angeles to the south, Central Coast to
the west, and Sequoia National Park to the east. Diverse Community
: Tulare has a diverse population, reflecting the cultural mix of
California's Central Valley. Recreational Opportunities : The city
offers various recreational opportunities, including parks, sports
facilities, and outdoor spaces for residents and visitors.
Educational Institutions : Tulare is served by public schools as
well as private educational institutions. It's also in proximity to
colleges and universities in neighboring cities. Community Events :
Throughout the year, Tulare hosts various community events,
festivals, and cultural celebrations that bring residents together.
Retail and Dining : The city has retail centers and dining options
catering to the needs and preferences of its residents and
visitors. Agricultural Hub : Tulare is primarily an agricultural
community, known for its farming activities. It is surrounded by
farmland that produces a variety of crops including grapes, citrus
fruits, nuts, and dairy products. Adventist Health Tulare provides
whole-person care to the primarily rural community we are called to
serve. Compelled by our mission to live God's love by inspiring
health, wholeness and hope, we will transform the health experience
of our communities by improving physical, mental and spiritual
health; enhancing interactions; and making care more accessible and
affordable.
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