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As of Jun 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for graduate medical education in the United States is $76.10, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $192.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is Graduate Medical Education (GME)?

Graduate Medical Education (GME) refers to the formal medical training that physicians undergo after finishing medical school, typically in the form of residency and fellowship programs. These programs provide hands-on clinical experience and advanced education in a medical specialty or subspecialty. GME is essential for physicians to gain the knowledge, skills, and certification required to practice independently. It is regulated by accreditation bodies and often takes place in teaching hospitals under the supervision of experienced doctors.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in Graduate Medical Education (GME) administration?

Professionals in GME administration often navigate complex accreditation requirements, manage schedules for residents and fellows, and balance the needs of faculty, trainees, and institutional leadership. A key challenge is keeping up with evolving accreditation standards and ensuring compliance across multiple programs. Additionally, managing communication among a diverse group of stakeholders and supporting the well-being of residents can require creative problem-solving and strong organizational skills.

What is the difference between Graduate Medical Education vs Medical Residency?

AspectGraduate Medical EducationMedical Residency
CredentialsMedical degree (MD or DO), completion of medical schoolSame as GME; MD or DO, after medical school
Work EnvironmentTeaching hospitals, academic institutionsHospitals, clinics, teaching hospitals
PurposeTraining physicians post-medical school, preparing for specializationHands-on clinical training in a specialty
DurationVaries (1-7 years depending on program)Typically 3-7 years depending on specialty

Graduate Medical Education (GME) refers to the postgraduate training physicians undergo after medical school, including residencies and fellowships. Medical Residency is a specific component of GME, focusing on specialized clinical training in a chosen medical field. Both involve similar credentials and work environments, but GME encompasses a broader range of postgraduate training programs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Graduate Medical Education, and why are they important?

Success in Graduate Medical Education requires a medical degree (MD or DO), strong clinical knowledge, and a commitment to lifelong learning. Familiarity with residency management systems, electronic health records (EHRs), and accreditation standards such as ACGME is essential. Outstanding communication, leadership, and organizational skills help candidates excel in teaching, mentoring, and program administration. These skills ensure the effective training of future physicians, adherence to accreditation requirements, and the delivery of high-quality patient care.
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Infographic showing various Graduate Medical Education job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $158,293 per year, or $76.1 per hour.

Director of Graduate Medical Education (Full Time)

North Country Healthcare

Whitefield, NH • On-site

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

North Country Healthcare (New Hampshire) rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

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Job description

About North Country Healthcare (NCH):
North Country Healthcare is a non-profit affiliation of four medical facilities, Androscoggin Valley Hospital, North Country Home Health & Hospice Agency, Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital, and Weeks Medical Center, located in the White Mountains Region of New Hampshire. NCH includes numerous physicians and medical providers at multiple locations. This leading comprehensive healthcare network which employs hundreds of highly-trained individuals delivers integrated patient care through three community hospitals, specialty clinics, and home health and hospice services. NCH remains committed to the health and well-being of the communities we serve. As a leader in a management position this role emphasizes advancing High-Reliability Organization (HRO) principles, embedding a culture of safety, accountability, and consistent high performance.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Adhering to System Values, Service Excellence and Standards of Behavior, North Country Healthcare (NCH) is seeking an accomplished and visionary Director of Graduate Medical Education to lead the development, accreditation, launch, and ongoing administration of the organization's inaugural Family Medicine Residency Program, anticipated to accept its first residents in 2027.
This is a unique opportunity to build a residency program from the ground up within a rural health system committed to improving access to care, strengthening the physician workforce pipeline, and advancing the future of rural healthcare delivery. The Director will serve as the operational and strategic leader for all Graduate Medical Education activities, working collaboratively with executive leadership, the Designated Institutional Official (DIO), residency program leadership, clinical departments, academic partners, and accrediting organizations.
The successful candidate must bring extensive experience in graduate medical education, residency program development and administration, accreditation processes, and physician workforce development. Experience in rural medicine, rural residency programs, or community-based training environments is strongly preferred.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, education, public administration, business administration, or related field.
  • Master's degree is strongly preferred.

Certification:
  • All employees and contracted staff will have either successful completion of an American Heart Association* accredited course in Basic Life Support (BLS), or ACLS and PALS combined. (for clinical staff), Heartsaver CPR AED (for nonclinical staff), and renewal on a regular basis.

*Refer to the NCH Life Support Certification Policy for position specific requirements.
Skills:
  • Extensive knowledge of ACGME accreditation requirements and graduate medical education best practices.
  • Strong understanding of residency program administration, physician training, and academic medicine.
  • Demonstrated project management and organizational leadership skills.
  • Ability to work effectively with physicians, executives, educators, regulators, and community stakeholders.
  • Exceptional communication, facilitation, and relationship-building abilities.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Commitment to rural healthcare, physician workforce development, and educational excellence.

Work Experience:
Required Experience
  • Minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in Graduate Medical Education administration.
  • Demonstrated experience supporting ACGME-accredited residency programs.
  • Experience managing accreditation activities, institutional compliance, and residency operations.
  • Experience leading complex projects involving multiple stakeholders.

Preferred Experience
  • Experience launching a new residency program and/or participating in initial ACGME accreditation.
  • Experience within rural hospitals, critical access hospitals, rural training tracks, or community-based residency programs.
  • Knowledge of CMS GME funding, DGME, IME, Medicare reimbursement methodologies, and residency financing.
  • Experience establishing institutional GME infrastructure within organizations new to graduate medical education.
  • Experience supporting Family Medicine residency programs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Residency Program Development and Launch
  • Lead the operational development and implementation of NCH's inaugural Family Medicine Residency Program.
  • Coordinate all activities necessary to maintain accreditation through the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME).
  • Collaborate with executive leadership and physician leaders to establish educational infrastructure, governance structures, policies, and procedures.
  • Develop timelines, project plans, budgets, and readiness assessments related to program launch.
  • Coordinate residency recruitment strategies and support participation in the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP).
  • Assist in the development of curriculum, educational resources, evaluation systems, and faculty development initiatives.

Graduate Medical Education Administration
  • Establish and oversee NCH's GME office and support infrastructure.
  • Develop institutional policies and procedures governing resident education, supervision, duty hours, wellness, professionalism, and compliance.
  • Monitor compliance with all applicable ACGME, CMS, state, and federal requirements.
  • Coordinate accreditation reviews, site visits, annual reports, surveys, and institutional documentation.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert regarding GME regulations, funding, and operational requirements.
  • Develop systems to support resident onboarding, credentialing, evaluation, scheduling, and performance monitoring.

Strategic Leadership
  • Partner with organizational leadership to develop a long-term GME strategy aligned with NCH's workforce development goals.
  • Identify opportunities for future residency and fellowship program expansion.
  • Assist in the development and management of GME budgets, grants, and funding opportunities, including DGME and IME reimbursement programs.
  • Build relationships with medical schools, teaching institutions, academic partners, and rural health organizations.
  • Serve as a champion for physician workforce development and rural healthcare innovation.

Faculty and Resident Support
  • Support residency leadership, faculty physicians, and clinical educators in fulfilling educational objectives.
  • Coordinate faculty development initiatives and educational training programs.
  • Promote a culture of resident wellness, professionalism, inclusion, patient safety, and educational excellence.
  • Facilitate communication among residents, faculty, administration, and organizational leadership.

Quality and Compliance
  • Develop systems for continuous program evaluation and improvement.
  • Monitor educational outcomes, resident performance, board pass rates, and program effectiveness metrics.
  • Ensure compliance with institutional, state, federal, and accrediting requirements.
  • Support initiatives that integrate graduate medical education with quality improvement, patient safety, and population health objectives.

Leadership Expectations
  • The Director of Graduate Medical Education will be a foundational leader in North Country Healthcare's physician workforce strategy. Success in this role requires a builder's mindset, the ability to navigate complex regulatory environments, and a commitment to developing a nationally respected rural Family Medicine Residency Program that serves the healthcare needs of northern New Hampshire and surrounding communities.

In addition, this to the preceding essential functions this role may perform additional duties as assigned.
North Country Healthcare is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. North Country Healthcare and its affiliates do not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability or any other protected class. Employment decisions are made based on job-related qualifications, skills, and business needs, and without unlawful discrimination in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
North Country Healthcare provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and to individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, as required by law. Applicants who require reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, participate in interviews, or undergo pre-employment testing should contact NCHRecruiting@northcountryhealth.org.

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