Assistant Program Director - General Surgery Residency

Department: SOM Wichita Surgery ----- Surgery Position Title: Assistant Program Director - General Surgery Residency Job Family Group: Academic Job Description Summary: The Assistant Program Director (APD) supports the Program Director in the leadership, administration, and continuous improvement of the ACGME-accredited General Surgery Residency Program at KU School of Medicine-Wichita. This is a part-time, benefit eligible position, at 20 hours per week. This position will focus on surgical education, resident mentorship, curriculum development, and program compliance. The APD serves as a strategic partner in maintaining the academic and clinical excellence of the program. Job Description: Job Duties: Educational Leadership Contribute to the design and enhancement of the didactic curriculum, including conference schedules and educational activities Lead the McEwen Visiting Professor Conference series: identify, invite, and host visiting faculty, including arranging travel and delivering introductions Facilitate and/or lead resident educational sessions and conferences Organize and conduct mock oral board examinations to prepare residents for ABS certification Collaborate with residents on at least one research project annually Resident Oversight and Support Participate in the evaluation and feedback process for residents, including milestone assessments and semiannual reviews Participate in reviewing and addressing incident reports related to resident conduct or performance Assist in technical skills development through skills labs and simulation training Participate in medical student teaching, mentorship, and oral exams Program Operations Support the Program Director in ensuring compliance with all Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) and Residency Review Committee (RRC) requirements Collaborate in defining, organizing, and optimizing resident clinical rotations across training sites Serve on the Resident Selection Committee and contribute to recruitment efforts Coordinate with GME staff and hospital leadership to support program administration and site-specific needs (particularly at Wesley Medical Center) Engage in internal and external reviews, including RRC site visits and WCGME internal evaluations Attend and contribute to conferences (e.g., M&M, grand rounds, specialty-specific sessions) Participate in strategic planning for program growth and innovation Contribute to faculty meetings addressing resident performance, curriculum development, and promotion decisions Professional Engagement Attend 1–2 national/regional professional meetings annually (e.g., APDS, American College of Surgeons, Southwestern Surgical Congress, Midwest Surgical Association) Contribute to presentations and scholarly publications This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, duties, and assignments. Furthermore, job duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work Environment: Benefits-eligible at .50 FTE (20 hours per week) Location: Wesley Medical Center Campus, Via Christi Campus, and affiliated training sites This role spans clinical, academic, and administrative settings, including hospital campuses, simulation labs, and educational offices. Flexibility in scheduling is essential to accommodate both educational and clinical commitments. The APD will collaborate closely with medical education staff, hospital personnel, faculty, and learners. Required Qualifications: Education: M.D. or D.O. from an accredited institution This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have the foundational knowledge and skill set required to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is based on accreditation requirements, institutional standards of academic and professional excellence, alignment with peer institution benchmarks, and contributes to the credibility and effectiveness of the role within the university community. Certification/Licenses: Board certification in General Surgery or an approved surgical subspecialty Licensed or eligible for medical licensure in the State of Kansas Wesley Healthcare and/or Ascension Via Christi hospital privileges Work Experience: Demonstrated experience teaching medical students and/or residents Proven leadership experience in academic or clinical settings Preferred Qualifications: Work Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in surgical education Documented contributions to the development or enhancement of a surgical residency program Strong understanding of the American Board of Surgery (ABS) certification process Required Documents: CV If selected as a final candidate for this position, you may be required to complete the Association of American of Universities Representations and Warranties document and sign a release of records that will allow the University of Kansas Medical Center to conduct a further background check with former employers. A copy of the Representations and Warranties document can be found here. Comprehensive Benefits Package: Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available. Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire, plus ten paid holidays. One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment. A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available. https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html Employee Type: Regular Time Type: Part time The mission of the University of Kansas Medical Center is to improve lives and communities in Kansas and beyond through innovation in education, research, and health care. The University of Kansas Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. 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