FMR Core Faculty Member / Geriatrics Physician

Prime Healthcare • Lewiston, ME

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About The Position

Central Maine Healthcare is seeking a 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 supervision, teaching, mentorship, curriculum development, and program administration in accordance with ACGME standards. The physician will diagnose and manage acute illnesses, chronic diseases, and geriatric syndromes; perform resident assessments; prescribe evidence-based treatments; and provide preventive care. The role also includes participation in resident evaluation, scholarly activity, quality improvement, patient safety, program evaluation, and accreditation compliance.

The position is full-time, on the day shift, and offers a reasonable compensation estimate of $230,000 to $280,000. Central Maine Healthcare describes its setting as a collaborative, integrated health system serving communities across Maine, with clinical resources and opportunities for professional growth and leadership.

Requirements

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Board Certification in Family Medicine.
• Unrestricted or eligible 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.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 2–3 years of clinical experience preferred.
• Experience in teaching or supervising residents strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision of Family Medicine residents in clinical settings.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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

• Sign-on bonus up to $25,000 for qualified candidates; eligibility and payout terms apply.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Malpractice coverage with tail.
• Retirement plan with employer contribution.
• Paid time off.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

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