Director Osteopathic Education, Family Residency Faculty

Central Maine Medical Center • Lewiston, ME

58d • $168,043 - $210,000

About The Position

The Director of Osteopathic Education (DOE) Faculty for the Family Medicine Residency is a physician educator and leader responsible for advancing osteopathic medical education within the residency program. The position provides clinical teaching, mentorship, and curriculum leadership for residents in the Osteopathic Recognition Track, while promoting an exceptional educational experience.

The DOE champions Osteopathic Principles and Practice (OPP), evidence-based and patient-centered care, and a learning environment that supports resident development, scholarly achievement, and clinical excellence. In collaboration with program leadership, the DOE helps prepare family physicians to provide high-quality, cost-effective care while addressing health equity and healthcare disparities.

Requirements

• DO or MD degree from an accredited medical school.
• Certification through the AOA or qualifications deemed acceptable by the ACGME Osteopathic Recognition Committee.
• Eligibility for an unrestricted medical license in Maine.
• Two years of experience as a practicing physician.

Nice To Haves

• Board certification in Family Medicine.
• Prior teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Family Medicine Residency’s Osteopathic Principles and Practice curriculum.
• Ensure compliance with Osteopathic Recognition requirements and oversee residents in the Osteopathic Recognition Track.
• Design educational experiences integrating osteopathic philosophy, clinical reasoning, and hands-on osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT).
• Promote evidence-based osteopathic practices in patient care and resident education.
• Educate, train, and supervise Family Medicine residents in clinical and educational settings.
• Teach medical students and other healthcare learners, as applicable, about the theory, science, and identity of Family Medicine in contemporary healthcare systems.
• Deliver didactic lectures and educational sessions supporting residency learning objectives, including health equity and health disparities.
• Maintain an engaging, inclusive, learner-centered educational environment that promotes professional growth and lifelong learning.
• Mentor, coach, and advise residents throughout their training.
• Evaluate residents and medical students using competency-based and milestone-driven assessment methods.
• Conduct direct observation and provide actionable feedback to support learner growth and professional development.
• Assess resident competency in Osteopathic Principles and Practice, focusing on clinical application and osteopathic identity.
• Contribute to Clinical Competency Committee discussions and residency evaluation processes, as applicable.
• Collaborate with the Program Director, faculty, and institutional leadership to advance residency program goals.
• Serve as a subject matter expert and advocate for osteopathic education within the residency and broader organization.
• Contribute to accreditation readiness, program development, and continuous improvement efforts.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• A customizable benefits package with resources, programs, and voluntary options.
• Employment with a nonprofit healthcare organization may provide eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program for qualified physicians.
• J-1 visa sponsorship and/or J-1 waiver sponsorship may be available on a case-by-case basis for qualified candidates.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree