Associate Program Director – Family Medicine Physician| Train the Next Generation of Rural Physicians

Welcome to Sampson Regional Medical Center

Set in the coastal plains of North Carolina, Sampson County offers a charming blend of small-town warmth, hospitality, and modern amenities, making it an ideal place to call home. With its vibrant community spirit, affordable cost of living, and proximity to urban areas, Sampson County provides a fulfilling lifestyle for all.

Opportunity Criteria :

• Specialty : Family Medicine
• Candidate Type : MD, DO
• Visas Accepted : No J1 or H1
• Salary Range : Competitive
• Employment Type : Full Time
• Bonus Offered : Sign-On Bonus, Relocation Assistance, Loan Repayment Available

Sampson Regional Medical Center, an independent, community-based hospital , is seeking a board-certified Family Medicine physician (MD or DO) to serve as Associate Program Director for our Family Medicine Residency Program in Clinton, North Carolina .

This role offers the opportunity to combine academic leadership and clinical practice in a mission-driven environment that values teaching, mentorship, and compassionate, community-focused care . The Associate Program Director will support the Program Director, mentor residents , and uphold ACGME standards while maintaining a clinical presence in our hospital-owned outpatient practice, Sampson Medical Group .

Schedule & Structure

1 day per week providing direct outpatient care

Opportunity Highlights

Associate Program Director Responsibilities

Preferred Qualifications

If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please contact Isabella Faison at (910) 596-6115 or

Our Community :

Clinton, located in Sampson County-North Carolina's second-largest county by land area-is a welcoming community of more than 58,000 residents. The area offers the best of small-town living with the convenience of nearby urban amenities. Downtown Clinton is home to locally owned shops, restaurants, and community events, while outdoor enthusiasts enjoy fishing, kayaking, golf, and family-friendly festivals throughout the year. With easy access to I-95 and I-40, residents are less than an hour from Raleigh, Wilmington, and North Carolina's sandy beaches, and within just a few hours' drive of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Clinton offers a relaxed pace of life, affordable living, and a safe, family-oriented environment where hospitality is a way of life.

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Our Facility :

Sampson Regional Medical Center, located in Clinton, NC, has served its community since 1950 and is one of only a handful of independent, community-based hospitals remaining in North Carolina. Accredited by DNV, the 146-bed health system offers a wide range of medical services, including acute care, outpatient surgery, emergency and critical care, women's health, and children's services. Specialties include general surgery, orthopedics, obstetrics & gynecology, and urology. The hospital also provides valuable outpatient services such as physical therapy, diagnostic imaging, and a premier Health + Wellness Center in partnership with the YMCA. As a teaching site for medical students, interns, and residents, SampsonRMC remains committed to advancing healthcare while preserving a strong community connection.

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