Primary Care Physician - Family Medicine

Academic Primary Care Physician - Family Medicine Residency

Hartford HealthCare is seeking a full-time Academic Primary Care Physician to join the core faculty team for the newly established Quinnipiac University Rural Family Medicine Residency in Winsted, Connecticut. This unique opportunity combines academic medicine and outpatient primary care, allowing you to educate and mentor future family medicine physicians while delivering comprehensive care to patients across all age groups, from newborns through adulthood. Located in the heart of Litchfield County, this role offers the opportunity to practice in a supportive, community-centered environment while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of one of Connecticut's most scenic rural regions.

Academic Primary Care Position Details:

Role: Academic Primary Care Physician, combination of clinical and faculty responsibilities
Location: Winsted, CT (Litchfield County)
Setting: 100% outpatient Primary Care, caring for patients from birth through adulthood; no obstetrics
Schedule: Full-time, weekdays only, with dedicated time for teaching, precepting, patient care, and administrative responsibilities
Call: Phone call only; averages approximately 2 call weekends per year and 1 weeknight every 2 months
Compensation Package: Guaranteed base salary, uncapped incentive bonus, loan repayment support, sign-on bonus/stipend, and relocation assistance

Hartford HealthCare Benefit Highlights

Paid CME time and CME allowance
Reimbursement for professional licenses and dues
Generous paid time off plus company holidays
Retirement 401(k) with competitive employer match
Family care benefits, including emergency back-up care
Voluntary benefits including tuition programs, home, auto and renters insurance, identity theft protection, legal services, pet insurance, and more
Optional moonlighting/per diem opportunities in hospital and urgent care settings

Why Academic Physicians Choose Hartford HealthCare

One of Connecticut's largest not-for-profit, fully integrated healthcare systems
Seamless access to a robust network of specialists and system-wide resources
Streamlined access to Behavioral Health, High-Risk Nurse Care Managers, and Social Workers
Efficient operations, engaged teams, and dedicated support staff, including nursing support and your own Medical Assistant
EPIC EMR with Dragon dictation, Ambient AI integration, HIPAA-compliant texting, patient self-scheduling, and patient portal technology

Recent Hartford HealthCare Recognition

American Hospital Association "Quest for Quality" Award
Leapfrog Group "A" Ratings across Hartford HealthCare hospitals
National Center for Healthcare Leadership Best Organizations for Leadership Development
U.S. News & World Report Best Regional Hospitals

Professional Development & Mentorship

Comprehensive orientation and mentorship programs designed for physicians at every stage of their careers
Personalized guidance, strong peer support, and resources to promote long-term success
Access to the Center for Education, Simulation and Innovation (CESI)
Participation in Hartford HealthCare's Provider Leadership Development Institute
Robust on-demand learning platform with CME opportunities, leadership development courses, educational series, tools, and resources

Connecticut Lifestyle

Located in the heart of Litchfield County, this opportunity offers a unique balance of rural charm and modern convenience. Enjoy a high quality of life surrounded by natural beauty, outdoor recreation, and welcoming communities while remaining within easy reach of Hartford, Waterbury, New York City, and regional airports.

Enjoy hiking, boating, skiing, fishing, and year-round outdoor recreation
Convenient access to Hartford, New York City, Boston, and international air travel
Excellent public and private schools, colleges, and universities
Safe, family-friendly communities with a strong sense of community
Rich arts, culture, dining, and historical attractions throughout the region

Compensation and Pay Transparency Disclosure

This is a salaried position. While compensation may be displayed as an hourly rate for consistency across postings, this role is paid on a salary basis. The hiring range reflects a good-faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, location, internal equity, and other factors, including eligibility for incentive compensation, sign-on bonuses, administrative stipends, relocation assistance, and loan repayment support.

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Michelina.Rinaldi@hhchealthcare.org

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