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How much do residency director jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for residency director in the United States is $186,382.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $115,500.00 and $249,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Residency Director?

A Residency Director is a medical professional responsible for overseeing the administration and quality of a residency program, typically in hospitals or academic medical centers. They ensure that the program meets accreditation standards, develop curriculum, and mentor residents throughout their training. Additionally, Residency Directors coordinate faculty, handle resident evaluations, and address any issues that arise during the residency. Their leadership is crucial for preparing residents to become competent, independent practitioners.

What is the difference between Residency Director vs Program Coordinator?

AspectResidency DirectorProgram Coordinator
Required CredentialsMedical degree, residency training, board certification, leadership experienceBachelor's degree, administrative or healthcare experience
Work EnvironmentHospitals, medical schools, academic medical centersMedical offices, hospitals, academic programs
Employer & Industry UsageMedical education, healthcare institutionsHealthcare programs, educational institutions
Common Search & ComparisonResidency Director vs Program Coordinator

The Residency Director oversees medical residency programs, focusing on curriculum, compliance, and resident education. The Program Coordinator handles administrative tasks, scheduling, and logistics within the program. While both roles support medical training, the Residency Director has a more clinical and leadership focus, requiring medical credentials, whereas the Program Coordinator emphasizes administrative skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Residency Director, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Residency Director, you need deep expertise in clinical practice, graduate medical education, and program administration, typically supported by board certification and significant teaching experience. Familiarity with accreditation standards, evaluation systems, and educational platforms such as ACGME Milestones and MedHub is essential. Strong leadership, interpersonal communication, and organizational skills help foster a collaborative learning environment and address resident and faculty needs. These skills are crucial for maintaining program excellence, compliance, and the professional development of future physicians.

What are some common challenges Residency Directors face when managing residency programs?

Residency Directors often navigate challenges such as balancing administrative duties with mentorship, ensuring compliance with accreditation standards, and addressing the diverse needs of residents. They regularly coordinate between faculty, hospital administration, and residents to maintain a supportive learning environment. Additionally, adapting to evolving medical education guidelines and managing resident wellness and performance issues are key aspects of the role.
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Infographic showing various Residency Director job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 60% Full Time, 35% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $186,382 per year, or $89.6 per hour.
Physical Therapy Residency Director, Pediatrics

Physical Therapy Residency Director, Pediatrics

St. Luke's University Health Network

Bethlehem, PA • On-site

$87K - $103K/yr

Part-time

Posted 20 days ago


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Job description

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.
Program Director is responsible for the administration and operations of the program, including all activities related to recruitment, selection, instruction, supervision, advising, evaluation, advancement, and readiness of residents for practice, retention of residents, academic productivity, maintenance of all academic records, and overall program leadership. The Program Director ensures continuing accreditation of the program through application of Common and Specialty requirements.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Align program initiatives beyond accreditation to business objectives and strategy.
2. Lead and maintain an educational environment conducive to educating the residents in each of the competency areas as indicated by accreditation requirements.
3. Prepare and submit all information required and requested by the Graduate Medical Education Committee (GMEC) and the accreditation body.
4. Adjust schedules as necessary to mitigate excessive service demands and/or fatigue; and, if applicable, monitor the demands of at-home call and adjust schedules as necessary.
5. Ensure the provision of back up support systems.
6. Identify faculty to lead wellness and quality improvement initiatives in the program.
7. Obtain review and approval of the sponsoring institution's GMEC/DIO before submitting information or requests to the accreditation body.
8. Implement and communicate policies and procedures consistent with the institutional and program requirements.
9. Oversee development, design and determination of annual and monthly lecture series, conferences, grand rounds, journal club, M&M, etc.
10. Ensure that all evaluations are distributed, received and reviewed. Feedback should be provided in a timely manner to residents/fellows and faculty members.
11. Develop and review of monthly rotation schedules and ensure that there is sufficient communication with and distribution to residents/fellows, faculty, nurses, operators and clinics.
12. Evaluate the academic success and productivity by measuring a series of metrics.
13. Ensure that confidential files and records of current residents/fellows are maintained and archived.
14. Oversee and assist with the coordination and staffing of various meetings, including residency management meetings, faculty curriculum committee meetings, departmental meetings, meetings with Program Director and with residents/fellows.
15. Ensure that adequate office support is provided for residents/fellows (i.e., assistance with editing publications).
16. Communicate with other departments regarding all affiliation agreements and program letters of agreement (in coordination with the GME office) with participating institutions and training sites.
17. Process applications and appointments for visiting residents, fellows and scholars.
18. Communicate with the department chair regarding the running of the residency program, support for the program and any potential issues.
19. Determine an executive committee (comprised of the department chairperson and selected faculty members) that might assist with solving those issues.
20. Plan to attend local, regional and national GME educational workshops and conferences.
21. Oversee and ensure the quality of didactic and clinical education in all sites.
22. Plan and organize annual planning retreats (e.g., clinical faculty retreats, resident retreats).
23. Approve the selection of program faculty as appropriate.
24. Provide educational instruction for residents/fellows regarding their roles in the educational process (e.g. evaluation, feedback, communication, patient care expectations).
25. Discipline residents, as necessary, in accordance with the St Luke's policies and procedures.
26. Disciplinary action would include letters of concern, probation and termination.
27. Develop annual goals and strategies for recruitment and retention of residents and/or fellows.
28. Design and implement annual recruitment plan and time line for the training program; including creation and dissemination of all recruitment materials.
29. Collaborate with SLPG, Department Chairman and the GME Office to retain graduating residents to fill on-going physician manpower needs within the SLPG and across the Health Network.
30. Demonstrate exceptional patient care management, by modeling appropriate customer care relationships, providing adequate supervision of hand-offs, call schedules and other patient-related activities at the various training sites where their residents/fellows rotate.
31. Other related duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:
Sitting for up to three (3) hours per day; three (3) hours a t a time. Standing for up to eight (8) hours per day; eight (8) hours at a time. Walking for up to six (6) hours per day; one (1) hour at a time. Frequent fingering, handling, grasping, twisting, and turning as it relates to therapeutic procedures. Consistently lift, carry, and push objects up to 10 pounds. Occasionally lift, carry, and push objects up to 75 pounds. Rarely lifting with assistance, up to 100 pounds. Rarely pushing and pulling patients weighing up to 300 pounds in a wheel chair or stretcher. Occasionally stooping and bending. Must be able to perceive attributes of an object through touch. Seeing as it relates to normal near, far, color, and peripheral vision. Hearing as it relates to normal conversation and high and low frequencies.
EDUCATION:
  • MD or DO required

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Completed residency
  • Board certified in specialty
  • Satisfies ACGME specialty specific requirements.

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!
St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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