Lead Idahos first and only Pediatric Residency Program.
Pediatric Residency of Idaho (PRI) is seeking a dynamic, collaborative, and forward-thinking pediatric educator to serve as our next Program Director.
PRI is committed to training outstanding, broad-spectrum pediatricians prepared to practice in all settings, including rural and underserved communities, while providing high-quality, affordable, and equitable care to children and families throughout Idaho.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
- 4-day weekday workweek
- Approximately 50% administrative / 50% clinical
- 30 days of PTO annually, including 6.5 paid holidays
- 5 CME days + $3,000 annual CME allowance
- Limited after-hours telephone call
- Only 8 weekends per year of Newborn Nursery rounding
- Potential for medical student loan repayment
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
- Work with an established, fully accredited residency program
- Live and work in Boise, Idaho, with outstanding access to outdoor recreation
About Pediatric Residency of Idaho
PRI is the first and only Pediatric Residency Program in Idaho and the first pediatric residency program in the country to be based out of a Federally Qualified Health Center.
Our program offers:
- Continuing ACGME accreditation with no citations or areas for improvement
- Outstanding and engaged faculty
- A strong, friendly, and cohesive resident group
- Excellent institutional and community support
- An exceptional continuity clinic experience
- Two full blocks of Advocacy and Community Pediatrics
- A required rural pediatrics rotation during each year of residency at one of seven sites throughout Idaho
PRI is supported by its sponsoring institution, Full Circle Health, and our partnering childrens hospital, St. Lukes Childrens Hospital.
Your Role
As Program Director, you will provide leadership and oversight for the Pediatric Residency of Idaho while continuing to practice clinically.
Schedule:
- 4 weekdays per week
- Approximately 50% administrative and 50% clinical
- 8 weekends per year of Newborn Nursery rounding
- No inpatient overnight call
- After-hours telephone call is screened by nurse triage and averages approximately one call for every four call nights
Compensation & Benefits
We offer a competitive salary with additional compensation based on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Multiple medical and dental plan options
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Employer-paid long-term disability
- Employee assistance program
- Financial advising services
- 30 days of PTO annually, including 6.5 paid holidays
- 5 CME days
- $3,000 annual CME allowance
- 403(b) retirement plan with automatic enrollment and employer match
- FTCA malpractice coverage
- Potential eligibility for medical student loan repayment
- Additional optional benefits
Qualifications
Education
Experience
- Three or more years of previous Program Director or Associate Program Director experience preferred
Licensure & Certification
- Ability to be fully credentialed, licensed, and privileged
- Unrestricted license to practice medicine in the State of Idaho
- Current board certification through the American Board of Pediatrics or American Osteopathic Board of Pediatrics
- Unrestricted Board of Pharmacy and DEA registrations
- All required federal narcotics and controlled substance licenses
- Eligibility to participate in Medicare, Medicaid, and other contracted third-party payment programs
Preferred Skills & Experience
Ideal candidates will demonstrate:
- Knowledge of ACGME policies and procedures
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Ability to lead effectively in a changing environment
- Knowledge of healthcare administration systems
- Knowledge of American Board of Pediatrics and American Osteopathic Board of Pediatrics policies
- Understanding of governmental regulations and compliance requirements
- Strong judgment, initiative, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Ability to identify and resolve problems effectively
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to respond calmly and effectively in urgent situations
Live & Work in Boise
Boise offers the amenities of a growing metropolitan area with incredible outdoor recreation just minutes away. The local medical community is highly collaborative, with physicians and healthcare organizations working together toward shared goals and better outcomes for Idaho communities.
If you are passionate about pediatric education, physician leadership, community health, and preparing the next generation of pediatricians, we invite you to explore this unique leadership opportunity with Pediatric Residency of Idaho.
Apply today to help shape the future of pediatric medicine in Idaho.