How much does a Head of Residency Program make in the United States? The average Head of Residency Program salary in the United States is $305,950 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $255,562 and $375,238. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Head of Residency Program Salary $209,687 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Head of Residency Program Salary $255,562 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Head of Residency Program Salary $305,950 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Head of Residency Program Salary $375,238 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Head of Residency Program Salary $438,321 US March 26, 2024
25% $255,562 10% $209,687 90% $438,321 75% $375,238 $305,950 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Job Description for Head of Residency Program

Head of Residency Program oversees the administration of the physician residency program of a healthcare organization. Develops and implements program policies, goals, and objectives that ensure compliance with accreditation standards set by governing bodies such as the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME). Being a Head of Residency Program collaborates with faculty members and other stakeholders to develop and deliver a comprehensive curriculum covering the medical knowledge, clinical skills, and professional competencies required for physicians. Develops evaluation mechanisms and processes to conduct regular assessments, provide feedback, and support residents' well-being and academic progress. Additionally, Head of Residency Program participates in the recruitment and selection process of resident physicians. Requires a MD. Requires State License to Practice Medicine. Typically reports to senior management. The Head of Residency Program manages a departmental function within a broader corporate function. Develops major goals to support broad functional objectives. Approves policies developed within various sub-functions and departments. To be a Head of Residency Program typically requires 8+ years of managerial experience. Comprehensive knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Head of Residency Program salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Head of Residency Program, the highest Head of Residency Program salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Head of Residency Program salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Head of Residency Program salary is in Miami, FL, where the Head of Residency Program salary is 3.5% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-3.5%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 4.9%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.1%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 16.8%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-1.3%

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