Psychiatry Residency Program Director (MD / Board-Certified Psychiatrist) Job at GHS Recruiting, Hazard, KY

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  • GHS Recruiting
  • Hazard, KY

Job Description

Lead the Future of Psychiatry. Build a Legacy.

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) is seeking a visionary Board-Certified Psychiatrist to serve as the founding Psychiatry Residency Program Director for ARH’s first-ever ACGME-accredited residency program. This is a rare opportunity to shape psychiatric training from the ground up, lead with purpose, and make a long-term impact on physician education and rural mental health care.

About ARH

ARH is a 14-hospital not-for-profit health system and the largest healthcare provider and employer in southeastern Kentucky and southern West Virginia. ARH is deeply committed to improving access, outcomes, and opportunity across Central Appalachia.

Role Overview

As Psychiatry Residency Program Director, you will:

  • Design, launch, and lead a new ACGME-accredited Psychiatry Residency Program.
  • Oversee curriculum development, administration, and regulatory compliance.
  • Recruit, mentor, and evaluate residents and faculty.
  • Promote a culture of professionalism, patient-centered care, and academic excellence.
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders across ARH’s 14-hospital system and its mental health services network.
  • Ensure ongoing quality improvement and readiness for accreditation reviews.

Qualifications

  • MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
  • Board Certification in Psychiatry (ABPN) –  Required .
  • At least 3 years of academic, GME, or residency program leadership experience.
  • Experience with ACGME accreditation and compliance standards.
  • Strong leadership, mentoring, and communication skills.
  • Commitment to rural healthcare and medical education innovation.

Preferred Experience

  • Previous program director or associate program director experience.
  • Background in clinical psychiatry, teaching, and resident supervision.
  • Passion for developing future physician leaders in underserved communities.

Why Join ARH?

  • Institutional support and infrastructure to build your vision.
  • Impactful mission serving Appalachian communities.
  • Competitive salary, full benefits package, and academic appointment potential.

How to Apply

Submit your CV to info@ghsrecruiting.com or apply directly via LinkedIn.

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