Clinic Physician - Academic Primary Care (Residency Clinic) New Britain, CT

Clinic Physician – Academic Primary Care (Residency Clinic)

New Britain, CT

1.0 FTE | Internal Medicine | Faculty Position

Why Join Hartford HealthCare

This is an opportunity to build a long-term, fulfilling academic career in a supportive, team-based residency clinic. The role is designed for physicians who enjoy teaching, mentoring, and leading, while maintaining a sustainable outpatient primary care practice. You’ll have the flexibility to shape your clinical and academic focus while making a meaningful impact on an underserved community and the next generation of internists.

This exciting opportunity is with Hartford HealthCare, an innovative and supportive fully integrated health care system in Connecticut, where patient-centered care is prioritized—and enhanced by Ambient AI, which streamlines clinical documentation, reduces administrative burden, and empowers physicians to focus more fully on meaningful patient interactions—supporting both exceptional care and provider well-being.

The Role

We are seeking a board-certified Internal Medicine physician (MD/DO) with experience teaching residents in an outpatient setting and a passion for leadership in academic primary care. This position blends continuity care, resident education, and program leadership within a thoughtfully structured weekday schedule.

Practice Model

• Morning continuity clinics with your own independent patient panel. Up to two learners (Internal Medicine residents and/or medical students) paired with you.
• Afternoon resident clinic focused on dedicated precepting.
• No double-booking of your personal patient panel.
• Shared clinic call coverage within a collegial faculty group.
• 0.5 day of protected administrative time weekly with flexibility based on leadership and program responsibilities.
• Back-up: Phone call only, in rotation every 3rd to 4th week.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver high-quality, comprehensive outpatient primary care to a diverse and underserved patient population.
• Teach, supervise, and mentor Internal Medicine residents and medical students in the ambulatory setting.
• Shape resident education through curriculum development, bedside teaching, and longitudinal mentorship.
• Lead or participate in quality improvement initiatives and academic projects.
• Take on leadership responsibilities within the clinic and residency program, aligned with your interests and experience.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team to continuously improve patient care and learner experience.

Offerings

• Guaranteed base
• Uncapped incentive bonus
• Loan repayment support
• Sign-on/stipend
• Relocation
• Work authorization: H-1B cap-exempt organization

What We Offer

• A predictable weekday schedule designed to support career longevity.
• Meaningful teaching time with protected space for leadership and administrative work.
• Opportunities for academic growth, leadership development, and program influence.
• A collegial faculty environment that values innovation, flexibility, and physician well-being.

Sampling of Hartford HealthCare Benefits

• Paid CME time off plus CME budget and reimbursed professional licenses and dues.
• Paid time off plus all company holidays.
• Retirement 401(k) with sizeable match.
• Family care benefits, including emergency back-up care.
• Voluntary benefits include tuition programs; home, auto, and renter’s insurance; identity theft protection; legal services; pet insurance; and more!

Recent Hartford HealthCare Honors

• “Quest for Quality – 2025 Award” – Prestigious Honor awarded by the American Hospital Association
• “A rating” – 1 of only 3 health care systems in the U.S. to achieve across the board A ratings – Leapfrog
• “Best Organizations for Leadership Development” - National Center for Healthcare Leadership
• “Best Regional Hospitals” – U.S. News & World Report

Connecticut Lifestyle

• Connecticut's convenient location allows easy access to major cities like New York and Boston, while maintaining a high quality of life with low crime rates and beautiful, welcoming suburban neighborhoods.
• The state has excellent educational institutions, from top-ranked public schools to prestigious universities, and boasts a strong job market, particularly in finance, health care, and technology.
• Residents enjoy the state’s rich history and culture with numerous museums, theaters, and historic sites, along with a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, skiing, and boating.

Requirements

• Unrestricted State of Connecticut medical license (or eligible).
• MD or DO.
• BE/BC in Internal Medicine.
• Flexible, collaborative, and excited to contribute beyond traditional clinical duties.
• Passionate about academic medicine, team-based care, and caring for underserved populations.

Preferred

• Minimum of 3 years of experience teaching Internal Medicine residents in an outpatient clinic setting.
• Proven leadership experience in clinical operations, education, quality improvement, or administration.

Take the next step! Contact me today:

Debra Colaci, Primary Care Physician Recruiter, Hartford HealthCare

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