Designated Institutional Official - Outside of South Carolina's Capital - Lexington Medical Center

Lexington Medical Center is seeking a forward-thinking Designated Institutional Official (DIO) to provide strategic leadership and oversight of our growing Graduate Medical Education (GME) program. This position plays a critical role in maintaining institutional accreditation, fostering excellence in resident education, and guiding the continued expansion of our residency and fellowship programs.

About the Role

As DIO, you will serve as the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education’s (ACGME) designated official for Lexington Medical Center, with authority and responsibility for the oversight and administration of all GME programs sponsored by the institution.

In this role, you will:

• Serve as chair of the Graduate Medical Education Committee (GMEC)
• Ensure institutional and programmatic compliance with all ACGME requirements
• Oversee the Clinical Learning Environment Review (CLER) process
• Guide the development of new programs and lead ACGME accreditation efforts
• Provide support and mentorship to program directors, associate program directors, faculty, and coordinators
• Represent GME interests on the Medical Executive Committee
• Collaborate with medical school affiliates and internal stakeholders to advance the GME mission
• Lead educational workshops, mock site visits, and policy development

This is a part-time (0.4 FTE) position. Applicants interested in full-time work (1.0 FTE) are encouraged to apply—additional responsibilities will be coordinated based on your qualifications and the needs of Lexington Medical Center.

Qualifications

• Medical Doctor (MD), Doctor of Osteopathy (DO), or other doctoral-level degree (PhD, EdD)
• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a DIO, residency or fellowship program director, or associate program director
• In-depth knowledge of ACGME accreditation standards
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Why Join Us?

In 2023, Lexington Medical Center welcomed its inaugural class of Family Medicine residents and opened a state-of-the-art 48,000 sq. ft. GME building designed to support multiple residency specialties. With continued growth, 2025 will mark the program’s first year with a full complement of Family Medicine residents.

You’ll be joining a respected health system that values medical education as a strategic priority and offers the infrastructure, institutional support, and culture to match.

About Lexington Medical Center

Lexington Medical Center is a 607-bed teaching hospital in West Columbia, South Carolina. Our network includes six community medical centers, over 70 physician practices, and a team of more than 8,500 professionals.

• U.S. News & World Report: Ranked Best Hospital in Columbia Metro, #2 in South Carolina
• SC Biz News: Recognized as one of the “Best Places to Work in South Carolina”
• Accredited Cancer Center of Excellence with a strong research affiliation with MUSC
• First HeartCARE Center in South Carolina
• Home to one of the state’s busiest Emergency Departments and the region’s largest skilled nursing facility

To learn more about our academic programs, visit: https://lexmed.com/academics/

About Our Community

Located in the heart of South Carolina, the Capital City/Lake Murray Region offers:

• Low cost of living with top-rated school districts
• Access to 7 major airports within driving distance
• Vibrant outdoor lifestyle on the Saluda and Congaree Rivers and Lake Murray
• Mild climate with an annual average temperature of 68°F in December
• Family-friendly neighborhoods, a nationally recognized zoo and botanical garden, and SEC Division I athletics

Ready to lead the future of graduate medical education at Lexington Medical Center?

For additional information, please get in touch with Nicole Grzymalski at 803-939-4502 or nggrzymalski@lexhealth.org. To learn more about Lexington Medical Center, please visit our facility websites at www.lexmed.com or www.lmcphysicians.com. 

Community Highlights:

• Capital city of Columbia, South Carolina with central location to numerous southeastern cities in NC, GA, and FL; favorable economic environment and cultural diversity
• South Carolina ranked as one of the fastest growing states in the country
• Top-rated public school districts with several private school or charter school options
• As home to the University of South Carolina Gamecocks, SEC Division I sporting events
• Top-quality entertainment at Colonial Life Arena and the Koger Center for the Arts
• Energetic nightlife in the Congaree Vista and diverse local businesses throughout the Main Street District and beyond
• Popular attractions such as Riverbanks Zoo and Soda City Market every Saturday morning
• National parks and limitless outdoor recreational opportunities with proximity to Lake Murray and the Congaree Riverwalk

West Columbia, South Carolina is located in the Midlands of South Carolina, which is an affordable, family friendly community. Its central location, favorable economic environment, cultural diversity and recreation opportunities make the Columbia area an ideal place to work, live and play.

Lexington Medical Center is a 607-bed teaching hospital in West Columbia, South Carolina. It anchors a health care network that includes six community medical centers and employs a staff of more than 8,500 health care professionals. The hospital is ranked best hospital in the Columbia Metro and #2 hospital in South Carolina by U.S. News & World Report and was named one of the “Best Places to Work in South Carolina” by SC Biz News, in partnership with the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce and Best Companies Group. Lexington Medical Cancer Center is an accredited Cancer Center of Excellence. The network includes a cardiovascular program recognized by the American College of Cardiology as South Carolina's first HeartCARE Center. The network also has an occupational health center, the largest skilled nursing facility in the Carolinas, an Alzheimer's care center, and more than 70 physician practices. The hospital delivers more than 4,000 babies each year and performs more than 25,000 surgeries. Its postgraduate medical education programs include family medicine and transitional year residencies.

We've been named Columbia's "Best Place to Have a Baby," "Best Hospital" and one of the "Top 25 Best Hospitals to Work for in the U.S.," honors all made possible by a dedicated, talented team of health care professionals and staff. Patient care and satisfaction is a focus, and scores are consistently ranked in the top 15% in the nation.

Exceptional Care, Where You Live

• 7,000+ health care professionals.
• 70 doctor's offices.
• 6 community medical and urgent care centers.
• Occupational health center.
• The largest extended care facility in the Carolinas.
• A specialized care center for Alzheimer's.

When Lexington County Hospital opened in 1971 as a nonprofit hospital, it quickly became a healthcare leader. More than 50 years later, we continue to serve our community as a local, independent, nonprofit hospital.

A History of Firsts

We were the first area hospital with satellite health facilities and established the first community health education department. We opened the state’s first satellite outpatient facility with services including surgery, urgent care, lab, radiology and physical therapy.

Growing to Meet Needs

By the 1980s, the now-called Lexington Medical Center offered community programs including education on managing disease and learning healthcare skills, such as newborn care and home nursing.

Community Medical Centers

In the 1990s, we established four community medical centers in small towns around Lexington County to provide residents with easier access to top-notch healthcare. In 2001, we opened our largest community medical center in Lexington. The center is larger than the hospital was in 1971.

Advanced Technology & Medical Firsts

Today, we are a modern medical complex. Our patients have access to advanced technology, leading-edge techniques.

Community-Based

Our mission is the same as it was when we opened our doors in 1971: to provide quality health services that meet the needs of our community. We believe that commitment to the health of our community really makes a difference — and we show it every day.