Academic Family Medicine Physician

Location detail:

80 South Main Street, Winsted

Shift detail:

Combination of clinical and faculty responsibilities 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, CT. This exciting role offers the opportunity to shape the education of future rural family medicine physicians while providing primary care to patients across all age groups, from newborns to adults. Situated in the heart of Litchfield County, this position combines the professional rewards of academic medicine with the unique lifestyle benefits of practicing in one of Connecticut's most scenic, community-oriented rural regions.

Academic primary care position details: Role:

Academic Primary Care Physician, combination of clinical and faculty responsibilities

Location:

Winsted, CT (Litchfield County in western Connecticut)

Setting:

100% office-based, outpatient primary care

Schedule:

Full-time, weekdays only; mix of precepting, patient care, and administrative time

Phone call only:

averages only 2 call weekends per year and 1 weeknight ~2 months

Offerings:

Guaranteed base, uncapped incentive bonus,

loan repayment support

, sign-on/stipend, and relocation

Work authorization:

H-1B cap-exempt organization

Sample of Hartford HealthCare benefits: Paid CME time off plus CME budget, as well as reimbursed professional licenses and dues

Paid time off plus all company holidays

Retirement 401K 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!

Optional moonlighting/per diem opportunities in the hospital or urgent care settings

About primary care with Hartford HealthCare: Hartford HealthCare is one of the largest

not-for-profit

, fully integrated health care systems in Connecticut, providing unparalleled access to specialty services and resources.

Streamlined access to

Behavioral Health

, high-risk nurse care managers, and social workers.

Efficient operations, engaged teams, and robust staffing, including

nursing and your own MA.

Epic

with Dragon,

Ambient AI integration

, HIPAA-compliant texting, patient self-scheduling, and patient portal.

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

Professional development and mentorship with Hartford HealthCare: Supportive

mentorship and comprehensive orientation programs

designed for all newly hired physicians-whether new to practice or new to our system-providing personalized guidance, a strong sense of community, and the resources needed to feel confident and supported from day one.

Committed to

continuous development

through the Center for Education Stimulation & Innovation (CESI), our award-winning

Provider Leadership Development Institute

, and a robust on-demand learning platform, including CME, special courses, learning series, tools, and resources.

Connecticut lifestyle: Located in Litchfield County, CT, this position offers the best of all worlds: a truly rural practice environment with strong community connections, surrounded by scenic landscapes and outdoor recreation, yet within convenient reach of larger cities such as Hartford, Waterbury, and even New York City. It's an ideal setting for physicians who value a quieter pace of life without sacrificing access to cultural, educational, and urban resources.

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.

Qualifications: Unrestricted State of Connecticut medical license (or eligibility)

BC/BE in Family Medicine

Learn more about primary care with Hartford HealthCare at