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Posted May 26, 2026

Internal Medicine Associate Program Director

Lakeland Regional Health
Lakeland, FL, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

Experience the endless charm of the Sunshine State! Become a part of our organization’s esteemed academic team as an Internal Medicine Associate Program Director and play a vital role in our commitment to delivering patient-focused care in the picturesque city of Lakeland, Florida! We cultivate a workplace that emphasizes collaboration, inspiration, and mutual respect.

Key Features:

  • Allocated administrative time for effective management

  • ACGME Accredited Resident Program

  • Comprehensive 910-bed Tertiary Referral Hospital featuring a Level I Trauma Center and Level III NICU

  • Exceptional care provided across more than 20 locations in over 40 specialties

  • Ranked as the #2 busiest Emergency Department in the nation with 215,000 visits annually

  • Dedicated Faculty-Resident Continuity Clinic located nearby

  • Encouraging teamwork among various Graduate Medical Education programs including EM, GS, IM, and Psych

  • 96-Bed Behavioral Health Facility

  • On-Site Research Department available

  • Opportunities for Leadership Development

  • On-Site Simulation Laboratory

  • Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) program

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes a competitive guaranteed base salary with a productivity bonus, 403B retirement plan, medical insurance, paid time off, CME allowance, CME days, and malpractice insurance with tail coverage.

ABOUT US: For over a century, our not-for-profit organization has delivered outstanding inpatient and outpatient healthcare across more than 35 specialties. Our state-of-the-art 910-bed academic teaching facility has received numerous workplace accolades from respected entities such as Aetna, Forbes, and the Florida Hospital Association. Our main campus features a Level II Trauma Center, a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, the Bannasch Institute for Advanced Rehabilitation Medicine, and is home to one of the busiest single-site Emergency Departments in the nation. We are continuously expanding, as evidenced by our Carol Jenkins Barnett Pavilion for Women and Children and the Harrell Family Center for Behavioral Wellness.

We take pride in our partnership with a leading children's health system. Explore our website to discover more about our remarkable culture and our commitment to placing people at the heart of everything we do.

COMMUNITY: Lakeland is a lively community situated conveniently between Tampa and Orlando, recognized as the #1 city in the "Top 10 Cities to Buy a House." Enjoy diverse exhibitions at the Polk Museum of Art, or take a leisurely walk along our stunning lakeside trails, parks, and nature preserves. A short drive will lead you to Clearwater Beach, acclaimed as the "#1 Beach in America" by Trip Advisor, or to any of Florida's famous theme parks and attractions. Polk County boasts over 150 schools, including more than 40 private institutions, 6 Florida Arts schools, and nationally recognized workforce academies. Visit our website to learn more about the many offerings of Lakeland.

We invite you to submit your CV to explore this exciting opportunity!

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