Academic Surgeon for Inaugural Program Director General Surgery Residency Program in Reno, NV

University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine (UNR Med) and Renown Health are proud to announce the launch of a new General Surgery Residency Program and seek an accomplished academic surgeon to serve as its Inaugural Program Director. This is an exceptional opportunity to design and lead a residency program from inception—shaping its structure, culture, and educational vision while recruiting its inaugural cohort of residents and faculty. This role blends visionary educational leadership with active clinical practice in a dynamic and growing integrated health system.

Position Overview

The Inaugural Program Director will provide strategic leadership in developing the program's curriculum, clinical learning environment, and educational philosophy. Responsibilities include:

• Establishing program policies and expectations for faculty and residents
• Overseeing initial and ongoing ACGME accreditation activities
• Building systems and processes to ensure long-term success and sustainability
• Fostering a culture of excellence, professionalism, collaboration, and patient-centered care

This role is integral to institutional GME governance, working closely with the Designated Institutional Official (DIO), the Office of Graduate Medical Education, and the Department of Surgery.

Clinical and Academic Responsibilities

The position includes approximately 0.3 – 0.5 dedicated to academic leadership and 0.5 – 0.7 clinical practice. Clinical duties encompass comprehensive surgical care, including preoperative evaluation, operative management, postoperative care, and participation in multidisciplinary teams. The Program Director will maintain active engagement in scholarly activity and demonstrate a strong commitment to student and resident education, patient safety, and high-quality clinical care.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Current role 3-5 consecutive years as Program Director General Surgery
• Demonstrated integrity, professionalism, and passion for surgical education
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to foster an inclusive, respectful learning environment
• Meets UNR Med and ACGME requirements for Program Directors, including:
  • Minimum of three years of graduate medical education leadership experience
  • Active clinical practice
  • Evidence of scholarly activity
  • MD with Board Certification in General Surgery (ABS)
  • Eligibility for Nevada medical licensure, DEA registration, and controlled substance license
  • Experience in GME leadership (Program Director, Associate Program Director, or equivalent)

This is a rare opportunity to make a lasting impact on surgical education and healthcare in the region.

Clinical Practice Highlights:

• General Surgical APPs available for assisting in surgery
• Strong ancillary support: MAs, PARs, Surgery RN, dedicated surgery schedulers
• 24/7 Perfusionists and Anesthesia support
• 28 OR suites; 8 DaVinci Robots and Hybrid Suite
• ECMO program; VA and VV
• 92 ICU Beds; Closed ICUs – Intensivists attend in all ICUs
• Competitive Compensation
• Full Health Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision
• CME Stipend up to $5000
• Paid Malpractice with 100% Tail Coverage
• $30,000 Start Bonus
• No State Tax