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District Medical Group

Family Medicine Faculty

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$200 - $250/hr

This position will report to the Program Director of the Family Medicine Residency Program. The ideal candidate will share our philosophy of serving the community and supporting the academic mission ...

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How much do residency program director jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for residency program director in Phoenix, AZ is $277,021.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $248,200.00 and $306,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a residency program director?

A Residency Program Director is a physician responsible for overseeing the training and education of medical residents within a specific residency program. They ensure the program meets accreditation standards, develop curriculum, supervise residents, and serve as a mentor and leader to both residents and faculty. Program Directors also handle administrative duties, such as scheduling, evaluations, and compliance with regulatory bodies. Their role is crucial in shaping the next generation of medical professionals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a residency program director?

To thrive as a Residency Program Director, you need comprehensive clinical expertise, a strong background in medical education, and often board certification in your specialty, along with experience in academic leadership. Familiarity with accreditation standards (such as ACGME), curriculum development tools, and evaluation systems is typically required. Exceptional organizational, mentoring, and communication skills set outstanding directors apart by fostering resident growth and maintaining program quality. These skills and qualifications are crucial for ensuring compliance, supporting resident development, and delivering high-quality medical training.

What are some common challenges residency program directors face in balancing administrative duties with supporting residents' educational needs?

Residency Program Directors often juggle significant administrative responsibilities, such as compliance with accreditation requirements and managing program logistics, while also ensuring residents receive high-quality education and mentorship. Balancing these demands can be challenging, as Directors must allocate time to curriculum development, faculty coordination, and direct resident support. Successful Program Directors frequently rely on strong organizational skills, effective delegation, and open communication with both residents and faculty to meet these challenges. Building a supportive team and leveraging institutional resources can help maintain a healthy balance between administrative and educational priorities.

What is the difference between Residency Program Director vs Residency Coordinator?

AspectResidency Program DirectorResidency Coordinator
CredentialsMedical degree, board certification, leadership experienceHealthcare administration or related certification, administrative experience
Work EnvironmentAcademic medical centers, hospitals, teaching programsHospitals, clinics, educational institutions
ResponsibilitiesOversees residency curriculum, faculty, compliance, program developmentCoordinates schedules, manages applications, supports residents

The Residency Program Director focuses on program leadership, curriculum, and compliance, requiring medical credentials and leadership skills. In contrast, the Residency Coordinator handles administrative tasks like scheduling and resident support. Both roles are essential in medical education but differ in scope and qualifications.

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Infographic showing various Residency Program Director job openings in Phoenix, AZ as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $277,021 per year, or $133.2 per hour.

FAMILY MEDICINE FACULTY

District Medical Group Inc. (DMG)

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

$4.0K/wk

Full-time

PTO

Re-posted 16 days ago

Job description

FAMILY MEDICINE FACULTY

Academic Core Faculty

Phoenix, Arizona

Creighton University Phoenix Family Medicine Residency and District Medical Group are pleased to announce an opening for a full-spectrum core faculty position inclusive of inpatient medicine for an established 8-8-8 Family Medicine Residency Program located in Phoenix, Arizona. This position will include leadership and oversight of inpatient and outpatient care supervising residents and students as the attending in the hospital, and outpatient continuity clinic. This position will report to the Program Director of the Family Medicine Residency Program

The ideal candidate will share our philosophy of serving the community and supporting the academic mission of the Residency Program and Creighton University. Interested physicians must have a strong commitment to graduate medical education, teaching and mentoring residents and medical students in all aspects of Family Medicine. The position also includes the opportunity to teach medical students and to be involved with expanding the field of Family Medicine at Creighton University School of Medicine's Phoenix campus. The position requires direct patient care, resident, and medical student teaching, precepting, curriculum development in addition to administrative and scholarly activities in compliance with ACGME requirements. Night and weekend call service are required. Proctoring available.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Academic:

  • Prepare and provide lectures, as assigned for didactic teaching of both residents and medical students.
  • Review Creighton student Family Medicine clinical rotation performance and provide rotation grades for assigned students.
  • Participate in scholarly activities.
  • Serve on Creighton/DMG committees as assigned.
  • Mentor students who intend to match to Family Medicine residency and provide letters of recommendation as needed.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Clinical:

  • Provide direct patient care to patients in the Family Medicine Residency Clinic located at South Central clinic (FQHC) as well as on the inpatient service at Valleywise Health Medical Center
  • Supervise residents and students in the family medicine clinic and inpatient service.
  • Participate in scheduled staff meetings, committees, quality improvement activities, and peer review as needed.
  • Adhere to professional and ethical standards of conduct.
  • Maintain current professional certification and licensure requirements.
  • Promote professionalism by modeling and encouraging professional behaviors inside and outside the educational setting.

Education and/or Experience

This position requires either a D.O. or M.D. degree. At time of hire, the candidate must have a current unrestricted license to practice in the State of Arizona, a current DEA license for schedule 2-5 drug classes, and be insurable for medical liability coverage. Board eligibility or certification in Family Medicine specialty required. Candidates should have a passion for teaching Family Medicine and have a strong demonstrated commitment to providing patient-oriented approach to healthcare. Successful candidates will display a collaborative and entrepreneurial spirit, a desire to work in multidisciplinary and inter-professional teams and have excellent verbal and written communication skills.

The FQHCs qualify for both the Federal and State HPSA Loan Repayment Programs and have a system score of 21.

DMG offers:

  • An outstanding work environment for those with a passion for community medicine
  • Competitive compensation plan/benefits package/commencement bonus
  • Paid time off (4 weeks PTO + 10 holidays), 1 additional week CME + $4,000 stipend annually
  • J1 or H1B visa eligibility
  • Qualified for Federal and State Student Loan Forgiveness Program and PSLF
  • Leadership/Career growth opportunities available

For consideration, please forward CV by email to: practice@dmgaz.org

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