Family Medicine Program Director

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Position: Family Medicine Program Director

Department: Magee General Hospital

Created: July 24, 2025

Job Summary

South Central Regional Medical Center (SCRMC) in Laurel, Mississippi, is seeking a full-time, board-certified Family Medicine physician to serve as Program Director for its future Family Medicine Program, set to launch in 2027.

This is a unique leadership opportunity to shape the future of family medicine education in a thriving, supportive healthcare environment while living in one of Mississippi’s most charming towns.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Overall leadership, administration, and oversight of the Family Medicine Program in accordance with ACGME Family Medicine Program Director requirements.
• Developing and implementing an innovative, high-quality curriculum that meets both ACGME standards and the evolving needs of patients and learners.
• Providing direct supervision, mentorship, and evaluation of in a variety of clinical settings, including ambulatory and inpatient care.
• Ensuring the program meets or exceeds requirements related to resident education, scholarly activity, quality improvement, and board preparation.
• Recruiting and retaining high-caliber faculty and .
• Participating in clinical practice (approximately 20–30%) to maintain engagement in patient care and serve as a role model to .
• Promoting a learning environment that fosters resident well-being, equity, and professionalism.
• Collaborating with SCRMC’s DIO, administrative leadership and community partners to ensure program growth and sustainability.
• Overseeing resident and faculty scholarly activity, including quality improvement, patient safety initiatives, and community health projects.

Requirements

• Board Certified in Family Medicine.
• Minimum of three years of educational and/or administrative experience within an accredited Family Medicine Program.
• A Mississippi medical license.
• Demonstrate commitment to excellence in teaching, patient care, and leadership.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with academic and clinical teams.
• Experience in developing or leading a program is strongly .

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Full suite of health and retirement benefits
• CME allowance
• Relocation assistance
• Med malpractice coverage
• Supportive work environment and strong administrative backing

About Magee, Mississippi:

Magee is a welcoming, close-knit community located in central Mississippi. With access to regional healthcare facilities, affordable living, and strong community support, Magee offers an ideal environment for a program focused on rural and community-based family medicine.

Magee General Hospital

Work in an environment where a Family Physician truly matters. Enjoy a rewarding practice in a supportive environment with a supportive staff, strong patient relationships, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact in rural healthcare. Magee offers small-town, affordable living, and a genuine sense of purpose—plus, you're just a short drive from Jackson.

Join Us

If you are passionate about Family Medicine education, dedicated to shaping the next of physicians, and ready to lead in a community-centered medical institution, we encourage you to apply.