FMR Core Faculty Member / Geriatrics Physician
About The Position
Central Maine Healthcare is seeking a full-time Core Faculty Physician for its Family Medicine Residency Program in Lewiston, Maine. The role combines comprehensive clinical care for geriatric and long-term care patients with resident education, mentorship, curriculum development, and program administration in accordance with ACGME standards. The physician will supervise and teach residents, participate in academic and program activities, and contribute to quality, patient safety, and accreditation efforts. Central Maine Healthcare is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving approximately 400,000 residents across central, western, and midcoast Maine through more than 40 primary and specialty care locations. It is part of Prime Healthcare Foundation. The position is based in Lewiston, Maine, and offers a collaborative clinical and educational environment, professional growth and leadership opportunities, and access to the Lewiston-Auburn community and surrounding region.
Requirements
- MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
- Board Certification in Family Medicine.
- Unrestricted or eligibility for an unrestricted Maine medical license.
- Understanding of ACGME accreditation requirements.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and mentoring skills.
- Ability to foster a collaborative, inclusive learning environment.
- Commitment to Prime Healthcare’s mission and core values.
- Dedication to quality, patient safety, and academic excellence.
- Commitment to graduate medical education.
Nice To Haves
- Minimum of 2–3 years of clinical experience is preferred.
- Experience teaching or supervising residents is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct supervision of Family Medicine residents in clinical settings.
- Provide comprehensive medical care to geriatric and long-term care patients.
- Diagnose and manage acute illnesses, chronic diseases, and geriatric syndromes.
- Perform routine and comprehensive resident assessments.
- Prescribe medications and therapeutic interventions consistent with evidence-based guidelines.
- Provide preventive care, including immunizations, screenings, and health maintenance.
- Teach and model evidence-based geriatric and long-term care medicine.
- Participate in didactic teaching, case conferences, and curriculum development.
- Serve as a faculty advisor and mentor to residents.
- Participate in resident evaluation, milestone assessments, and Clinical Competency Committee activities.
- Engage in scholarly activity, research, or quality improvement projects.
- Participate in program evaluation and continuous accreditation compliance.
- Attend faculty meetings and contribute to residency leadership initiatives.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including nursing, therapy, and social services.
- Maintain timely and accurate documentation in the electronic medical record.
- Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
Benefits
- Up to $25,000 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates; eligibility and payout terms apply.
- Competitive compensation package.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
- Malpractice coverage with tail.
- Retirement plan with employer contribution.
- Paid time off and CME allowance.
- Relocation assistance may be available.
- Employment with a nonprofit healthcare organization may provide eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program for qualified physicians.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
