Family Medicine Core Faculty Member

Job Title: Family Medicine Residency Core Faculty (FMR)

Organization: Our Company

Facility: Central Maine Medical Center

Location: Lewiston

Department: Graduate Medical Education - Family Medicine Residency Program

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

We are looking for a committed Family Medicine Residency Core Faculty Physician to join our Graduate Medical Education (GME) team in Lewiston. This role is essential for enhancing resident education, developing curriculum, providing clinical supervision, and engaging in scholarly activities within the Family Medicine Residency Program.

The Core Faculty member will collaborate closely with the Program Director and GME leadership to foster a high-quality educational atmosphere that adheres to ACGME accreditation standards while ensuring outstanding patient care.

Residency Program Leadership

• Support the Program Director in managing and overseeing the Family Medicine Residency Program.

• Engage in the recruitment, interviewing, and selection of residents.

• Guide residents in their scholarly pursuits, research, and quality improvement initiatives.

• Contribute to the evaluation and ongoing enhancement of the program.

Academic & Scholarly Activity

• Engage in research, publications, or presentations that align with ACGME faculty expectations.

• Act as a mentor for resident research projects and scholarly endeavors.

• Participate in faculty development initiatives and academic committees.

Compliance & Accreditation

• Ensure adherence to ACGME requirements and institutional GME policies.

• Take part in Clinical Competency Committee (CCC) and Program Evaluation Committee (PEC) meetings.

• Keep records of faculty scholarly activities and teaching contributions.

Preferred Experience

• Previous experience as Residency Faculty or Clinical Educator.

• Familiarity with ACGME accreditation processes.

• Interest in curriculum development, research, and quality improvement.

Compensation & Benefits

• Attractive base salary with performance-based incentives.

• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans.

• Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance and paid time off.

• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage.

• Support for faculty development and academic growth through our GME programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical supervision and education for Family Medicine residents in both inpatient and outpatient environments.

• Engage in didactic teaching, case discussions, and academic curriculum development.

• Maintain an active clinical practice while serving as a role model for residents and medical students.

• Oversee residents in continuity clinic and hospital-based patient care.

• Encourage evidence-based medicine and quality improvement initiatives within the residency program.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical institution.

• Board Certified in Family Medicine (or Board Eligible with certification within the required timeframe).

• Eligible for medical licensure in the State of Maine.

• Experience in graduate medical education or teaching residents is preferred.

• Strong dedication to medical education, mentorship, and patient-centered care.