Core Faculty Physician- Family Medicine Residency Program
Location: Lowell, Massachusetts
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Schedule: 40 hours per week
Expected Start Date: January 2027
Annual Salary: $294,694
Position Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Core Faculty Physician to join a Family Medicine Residency Program in Lowell, Massachusetts. This role combines direct patient care with resident education, clinical supervision, mentorship, curriculum development, and scholarly activities.
The selected physician will contribute to the professional development of resident physicians while providing high-quality, evidence-based care to a diverse patient population. A faculty appointment through an affiliated medical school is available.
Key Responsibilities
Teaching and Clinical Supervision
Conduct didactic sessions, workshops, and educational conferences for residents.
Provide clinical supervision, bedside teaching, and constructive feedback.
Supervise residents during patient visits and assist with clinical decision-making.
Support resident scholarly activities and professional development.
Inpatient rounding and teaching in Internal Medicine and/or Obstetrics is highly desirable.
Direct Patient Care
Provide direct patient care through approximately 3-4 clinical sessions per week.
Maintain a continuity patient panel of approximately 450-600 patients.
Supervise residents in clinical care and oversee asynchronous patient communications, including calls, lab results, emails, and coordination with outside clinicians.
Curriculum Development and Resident Evaluation
Collaborate with residency leadership and faculty to develop and improve the curriculum.
Evaluate residents' clinical skills, case discussions, and milestone progress.
Provide timely assessments and constructive feedback.
Research and Scholarly Activities
Participate in research, quality improvement, and scholarly activities.
Mentor residents in research projects and academic pursuits.
Support compliance with applicable accreditation requirements.
Administrative and Community Responsibilities
Participate in faculty meetings, interdisciplinary team meetings, and resident selection.
Complete administrative responsibilities related to patient care and resident supervision.
Collaborate with community healthcare organizations to enhance patient care and resident learning.
One four-hour session per week is allocated for administrative duties and may be completed on-site or off-site.
Qualifications
MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
Board certification in Family Medicine.
Eligibility for medical licensure in Massachusetts and a current valid license.
Two or more years of post-residency clinical experience preferred.
Experience in medical education, resident supervision, or an academic healthcare setting preferred.
Strong teaching, mentoring, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Commitment to evidence-based medicine, quality improvement, and health equity.
Experience with scholarly activities, research, or publications is desirable.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment
Ability to stand and walk frequently during the workday.
Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 30 pounds as required.
Ability to perform CPR, including chest compressions.
Willingness to work in a clinical environment with potential exposure to infectious diseases and bodily fluids, following appropriate safety precautions.
Compensation and Benefits
Annual salary of $294,694.
Full-time, permanent employment.
Faculty appointment through an affiliated medical school.
Interested candidates: Please share your updated resume and details of your Family Medicine experience, board certification, Massachusetts licensure, and availability to discuss this opportunity.
