Valley Health
Osteopathic Associate Program Director – Family Medicine in Shenandoah Valley of VA
Front Royal, VA
Valley Health - Warren Memorial Hospital
Job Highlights
Osteopathic Associate Program Director – Family Medicine
Shenandoah Valley Family Practice Residency Program
Valley Health offers an outstanding opportunity allowing leadership of an osteopathic program and welcoming your vision and dynamic communication skills to complement our residency program. Focus is emphasized on clinical teaching in an outpatient and inpatient setting. The ideal candidate will have experience leading an osteopathic program, hold Board-Certification in Family Medicine through the AOA and lead our six per class, three-year ACGME-accredited Family Medicine Residency Program. The program has 20+ year history and is based at Warren Memorial Hospital in Front Royal, VA. Additionally, the program offers teaching as well at Winchester Medical Center in Winchester, VA. Both hospitals are a part of Valley Health System in Winchester, VA. Warren Memorial Hospital is a 36-bed hospital and holds the Top 100 Teaching Hospital of the Year Award for two consecutive years and our program is Osteopathic recognized/certified with continuing accreditation. WMH has been serving the community for over 70 years and recently opened a new $100 million modern hospital to meet the needs of a growing population of 40,000 residents. Winchester Medical Center is a 495-bed hospital with a Level II Trauma Center.
What You’ll Do
· The Osteopathic Program Director must have certification through an American Osteopathic Association (AOA) specialty certifying board
· Provide administration and maintenance of the education environment conducive to educating residents in OPP and the ACGME Competencies
· Oversee and ensure the quality of osteopathic didactic and clinical education at all participating sites.
· Osteopathic faculty members must actively participate in organized clinical discussions, rounds, journal clubs, or conferences, for designated osteopathic residents, with specific integration of OPP, including OMT.
· At least annually, the Director of Osteopathic Education must evaluate osteopathic faculty member performance as related to the integration of OPP into the educational program
What We Offer
· Competitive salary with generous sign-on bonus
· 28 days of PTO for work-life balance; CME reimbursement + dedicated CME time
· Loan repayment assistance and relocation assistance to make your move stress-free
Qualifications
· DO trained, with Board Certification in Family Medicine or Family Medicine with Obstetrics (FM/OB)
· Eligible for unrestricted medical license in Virginia
· Previous academic or teaching experience preferred
· Passion for rural healthcare & medical education
Why Front Royal & the Shenandoah Valley?
Located in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley, Front Royal, VA, offers an exceptional quality of life with a lower cost of living and is just 70 miles from Washington, D.C. Highlights of the area include: Outdoor paradise – Hiking in Shenandoah National Park, kayaking on the Shenandoah River, and exploring Skyline Drive; Rich history & culture – Historic downtowns in Front Royal, Winchester, Woodstock, and vibrant local arts; Award-winning wineries & breweries – Part of the famous Shenandoah Wine Trail; Family-friendly community – Excellent schools, low crime rates, and a welcoming small-town feel
Apply Today!
📩 Contact Valley Health Physician Recruitment
📱 Cell: 540-247-3540; 540-247-6613
📧 Email: physicianrecruitment@valleyhealthlink.com
About Valley Health
Valley Health is a not-for-profit health system based in Winchester, VA, serving the Northern Shenandoah Valley of Virginia, the Eastern Panhandle and Potomac Highlands of West Virginia, and western Maryland.
Our network includes six hospitals, more than 70 medical practices and Urgent Care centers, outpatient rehabilitation clinics, medical transport, long-term care and home health.
As a healthcare provider, employer and community partner, Valley Health is committed to improving the health of the region.
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Location Insights
B+
Access to Restaurants
B
Cost of Living
B-
Access to Outdoor Activities
C+
Commute
C+
Public Schools
C+
Overall
Total Population
15,064
Median Rent
$1,096
Median Home Value
$270,400
Median Income
$62,735
Posted August 7, 2025