Sexual and Reproductive Health Advanced Practice Clinician Residency Program Director
Full Time - Non-Union 120000 - 140000 USD per-year-salaryJob Overview
About Us
Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts (PPLM) is the state’s leading provider of sexual and reproductive health care, nationally recognized for education and research. Our mission: ensure everyone in Massachusetts has access to compassionate, judgment-free care and education. We operate four health centers and offer telehealth statewide as part of a network of 600 Planned Parenthood affiliates nationwide.
Position Summary:
Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts (PPLM) is seeking a dynamic Program Director for the Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) Advanced Practice Clinician (APC) Residency Program, housed within the ASPIRE Center.
The Program Director provides direct patient care in family planning and abortion services consistent with PPLM’s mission, values, and standards, as well as with PPFA, Title X, MA Department of Public Health, OSHA, CLIA, and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
The PD serves as the APC in charge while in clinic, supervises SRH APC Residents, and leads all aspects of program development, clinical training, operations, and evaluation in partnership with the Associate Director and clinical leadership team. The Program Director also manages relationships with external stakeholders, supports QI initiatives, and ensures long‑term program sustainability.
About Us
Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts (PPLM) is the state’s leading provider of sexual and reproductive health care, nationally recognized for education and research. Our mission: ensure everyone in Massachusetts has access to compassionate, judgment-free care and education. We operate four health centers and offer telehealth statewide as part of a network of 600 Planned Parenthood affiliates nationwide.
Position Summary:
Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts (PPLM) is seeking a dynamic Program Director for the Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) Advanced Practice Clinician (APC) Residency Program, housed within the ASPIRE Center.
The Program Director provides direct patient care in family planning and abortion services consistent with PPLM’s mission, values, and standards, as well as with PPFA, Title X, MA Department of Public Health, OSHA, CLIA, and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
The PD serves as the APC in charge while in clinic, supervises SRH APC Residents, and leads all aspects of program development, clinical training, operations, and evaluation in partnership with the Associate Director and clinical leadership team. The Program Director also manages relationships with external stakeholders, supports QI initiatives, and ensures long‑term program sustainability.
Your Day to Day:
- Provide direct patient care in family planning and abortion services; collaborate with health center staff to support high‑quality patient flow and care delivery.
- Deliver clinical education aligned with PPLM protocols and regulatory standards.
- Manage and supervise the residents’ clinical didactic curriculum.
- Serve as an on‑site clinical lead and resource for APC and HCA staff.
- Direct staff to appropriate clinical and operational resources for urgent or complex situations.
- Follow PPLM procedures for abnormal results and referrals.
- Precept residents in family planning and abortion services.
- Oversee onboarding, chart review, and evaluation of new residents in collaboration with preceptors.
- Direct and oversee all aspects of the APC SRH Residency Program.
- Collaborate with the Associate Director on program evaluation and reporting.
- Maintain and develop internal and external partnerships, including academic collaborators.
- Work with Research & Clinical Training Team to refine program structure and content.
- Coordinate administrative support with program assistants.
- Maintain relationships with program sponsors to ensure program stability and sustainability.
- Facilitate professional development opportunities for residents, including conferences and presentations.
- Lead recruitment, selection, hiring, and onboarding processes for residents in partnership with HR.
- Provide timely feedback, conduct evaluations, and build individualized learning plans.
- Create monthly clinical schedules in partnership with health center leadership.
- Participate in ASPIRE clinical training meetings and program budgeting.
- Support strategic planning, program development, improvement initiatives, and fundraising efforts.
- Support organizational productivity and quality improvement goals.
- Participate in key clinical meetings (lead clinician, CQIP, management, scheduling).
- Partner with the Director of CQI to identify QI priorities aligned with residency support.
- Support resident QI projects from conception to implementation.
- Identify and facilitate QI‑related educational opportunities for residents.
- Support organization‑wide APC Grand Rounds to address clinical knowledge gaps.
- Ensure compliance with standards set by PPLM, PPFA, Title X, MA DPH, OSHA, CLIA, and other regulatory bodies.
- Perform additional duties as needed to support program and organizational success.
- Physical requirements include lifting up to 20 lbs, navigating clinic spaces for most of the shift, and meeting communication and sensory demands essential for patient care.
Clinical Time & Training (50%)
Program Leadership & Oversight (30%)
Quality Improvement (QI) Leadership (20%)
Other Duties
Qualifications:
- Certification as a Nurse Practitioner, Certified Nurse‑Midwife, or Physician Assistant.
- Active MA licensure, Federal DEA registration, and MA Controlled Substances Registration (MCSR).
- Minimum 5 years of clinical experience in sexual and reproductive health, including medication abortion and LARC procedures.
- Demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience in clinical or academic settings.
- Experience with Clinical Quality Improvement (CQI).
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
- Commitment to team‑based care, continuous learning, and mentorship.
- Preferred: experience in program development and quality improvement initiatives.
- Flexibility, initiative, creative thinking, and commitment to PPLM’s mission.
Why Join Us?
We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Commuter Benefits
• A mission-driven workplace that values equity, inclusion, and belonging
PPLM is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, and an equal opportunity employer that values a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusivity and belonging. Equity, diversity, and inclusion are core values at PPLM and a chance for us to make long-term, meaningful change. We are actively working to build a culture that reflects the communities we serve and embodies cultural humility, recognizing that advancing health equity begins within our own organization. We are taking steps to make progress in our own organization and are committed to building an equity practice in all aspects of our work.
We believe that communities most impacted by health inequities must be centered in the work we do. Therefore, we strongly encourage applications from Black, Latinx, Asian, and Indigenous people of color, Trans and gender non-conforming people, LGBTQIA+ people, people with disabilities, and working-class people for all our positions.
Employment and advancement at PPLM are based on individual qualifications and abilities, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under law.