Academic Primary Care Faculty Physician
Hartford HealthCare
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut
Quick overview
Provide primary care exclusively in collaboration with internal medicine residents while serving as a faculty physician. Focus on teaching, mentorship, and shaping the next generation of physicians within a community-based practice.
Requirements summary
Must hold an MD or DO degree and be Board Certified or Eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine. Requires an unrestricted Connecticut medical license and a passion for medical education.
Job description
- Academic Primary Care Faculty Physician Internal Medicine Residency Clinic St.
- Vincent’s Medical Center | Bridgeport, CT Affiliated with Quinnipiac University Frank H.
- Netter, MD School of Medicine Southwest Family Health Center 762 Lindley Street, Bridgeport, CT 06607 Position Overview St.
- Vincent’s Medical Center, in partnership with Southwest Family Health Center, is seeking a Primary Care Faculty Physician to join the Internal Medicine Residency Program clinic in Bridgeport, Connecticut.
- This is an outstanding opportunity for a physician interested in teaching, mentorship, and academic medicine while maintaining a strong clinical focus—without the responsibility of managing an independent patient panel.
- Faculty physicians provide primary care exclusively in collaboration with internal medicine residents and play a key role in shaping the next generation of physicians within a supportive, academically rich environment.
- Position Highlights 90%25 Clinical Precepting / 10%25 Administrative Approx. ½‑day per week protected admin time No independent patient panel - Clinical work is performed with residents only Monday–Friday schedule, No weekends No call Academic faculty appointment at the Quinnipiac University Frank H.
- Netter School of Medicine Clinical Setting Residency continuity clinic located at Southwest Community Health Center Mission‑driven, community‑based practice serving a diverse urban population Strong collaboration with residency leadership and interdisciplinary teams Benefits and Offerings: Guaranteed base, Sign-on/Stipend, Relocation Paid CME time off plus CME budget, reimbursed professional licenses and dues Paid time off plus all company holidays Retirement 401K with sizeable match Work authorization: H1B cap-exempt organization About the Program The St.
- Vincent’s Medical Center Internal Medicine Residency Program, affiliated with Quinnipiac University Netter SOM, offers a collegial academic environment with a strong emphasis on high‑quality patient care, education, and community engagement.
- Faculty are valued partners in clinical teaching and program development.
- About the Area Bridgeport, located in upper Fairfield County Connecticut, offers a vibrant coastal lifestyle with easy access to Long Island Sound beaches, cultural venues, and a diverse dining scene.
- The city is served by Metro‑North’s New Haven Line, providing direct commuter train service to New York City, making it ideal for professionals seeking access to NYC while enjoying suburban and waterfront living.
- The greater Bridgeport area offers a strong sense of community, access to excellent schools, and convenient access to outdoor recreation and attractions.
- Learn more about Primary Care with Hartford HealthCare HERE.
- Take the next step!
- Contact me today: Debra Colaci, Physician Recruiter, Hartford HealthCare E: debra.colaci@hhchealth.org
Candidate Qualifications MD or DO Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine Unrestricted State of Connecticut medical license (or eligible) Passion for medical education, teaching, and mentorship Interest in academic medicine and community‑based care
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Sign-on Bonus
- Company Holidays
- Relocation Assistance
- 401K With Match
- Stipend
- CME Budget
- Paid CME Time Off
- Guaranteed Base
- Reimbursed Professional Licenses and Dues