Director Osteopathic Education, Family Residency Faculty

Prime Healthcare; Maine; On-site; USD 168,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

J-1 visa sponsorship available

Job summary

Central Maine Medical Center is seeking a Director of Osteopathic Education for the Family Medicine Residency to lead curricula, mentor residents, and advance Osteopathic Principles and Practice within the Osteopathic Recognition track.

The role focuses on clinical teaching, program evaluation, and scholarly achievement, partnering with program leadership to ensure high-quality education, equity in training, and ongoing accreditation readiness.

Qualifications

• DO or MD degree required.
• Board certification in Family Medicine preferred.
• AOA or Osteopathic Recognition qualification required.
• Unrestricted Maine medical license eligibility required.
• Two years of clinical practice with teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Osteopathic Principles and Practice curriculum for the Family Medicine Residency.
• Ensure compliance with Osteopathic Recognition requirements for residents.
• Design educational experiences integrating osteopathic philosophy and OMT.
• Promote evidence-based osteopathic practices in patient care and education.
• Educate and supervise residents and medical students in clinical settings.

Education

DO or MD degree

Board certification in Family Medicine

AOA certification or Osteopathic Recognition

Licensed to practice in Maine

2+ years of practicing physician with teaching experience

Job description

Overview

Central Maine Healthcare (CMH), a member of Prime Healthcare Foundation, is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving approximately 400,000 residents across central, western, and midcoast Maine through a network of more than 40 primary and specialty care locations. The system includes Central Maine Medical Center (CMMC) in Lewiston, a 250-bed, not-for-profit regional referral hospital that is home to the region's only Cancer Care Center, an orthopedic ambulatory surgery center, and the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute. CMMC also serves as the central Maine base for LifeFlight of Maine, the state's only medical helicopter service.

CMH also includes Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital, two 25-bed critical access hospitals that provide essential care to Maine's rural communities.

As part of its commitment to healthcare education and workforce development, CMH is home to the Maine College of Health Professions, Maine's first nursing and medical imaging school. The private, not-for-profit institution is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education and plays an important role in training the next generation of healthcare professionals.

To learn more, visitwww.cmhc.org.

Responsibilities

The Director of Osteopathic Education (DOE) Faculty, Family Medicine Residency serves as a key physician educator and leader responsible for advancing osteopathic medical education within the Family Medicine Residency Program. This role provides comprehensive clinical teaching, mentorship, and curriculum leadership while ensuring an exceptional educational experience for residents participating in the Osteopathic Recognition Track.

The Director of Osteopathic Education champions Osteopathic Principles and Practice (OPP), promotes evidence-based and patient-centered care, and fosters an engaging learning environment that supports resident development, scholarly achievement, and clinical excellence. Working collaboratively with program leadership, the DOE helps prepare the next generation of family physicians to deliver high-quality, cost-effective care while addressing health equity and reducing healthcare disparities.

Key Responsibilities

Osteopathic Education & Curriculum Leadership

• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Osteopathic Principles and Practice (OPP) curriculum for the Family Medicine Residency Program.
• Ensure compliance with Osteopathic Recognition requirements and provide oversight for residents participating in the Osteopathic Recognition Track.
• Design innovative educational experiences that integrate osteopathic philosophy, clinical reasoning, and hands-on osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT).
• Promote the incorporation of evidence-based osteopathic practices into patient care and resident education.

Resident, Student & Learner Education

• Educate, train, and supervise Family Medicine residents in both clinical and educational settings.
• Teach medical students and other healthcare learners, as applicable, in the theory, science, and identity of Family Medicine within contemporary healthcare systems.
• Deliver high-quality didactic lectures and educational sessions that support residency learning objectives, including topics related to health equity and health disparities.
• Create and maintain an engaging, inclusive, and learner-centered educational environment that promotes professional growth and lifelong learning.
• Serve as a mentor, coach, and trusted advisor to residents throughout their training.

Resident Assessment & Program Evaluation

• Evaluate Family Medicine residents and medical students using competency-based and milestone-driven assessment methodologies.
• Conduct direct observation and provide actionable feedback to support learner growth and professional development.
• Assess resident competency in Osteopathic Principles and Practice with a focus on clinical application and osteopathic identity.
• Contribute to Clinical Competency Committee discussions and residency evaluation processes as applicable.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Collaborate closely with the Program Director, faculty, and institutional leadership to advance residency program goals.
• Serve as a subject matter expert and advocate for osteopathic education within the residency and broader organization.
• Contribute to accreditation readiness, program development, and continuous improvement efforts.

Additional Recruitment Benefits

• Employment with a nonprofit healthcare organization may provide eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program for qualified physicians.
• J-1 visa sponsorship and/or J-1 waiver sponsorship may be available on a case-by-case basis for qualified candidates.
• We welcome inquiries from physicians requiring visa sponsorship and encourage interested candidates to discuss their individual circumstances with our Physician Recruitment team.

Disclaimer: Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility is determined by federal program requirements, not the employing entity.

Disclaimer: Visa sponsorship is evaluated on a case-by-case basis and is subject to organizational approval, position requirements, immigration eligibility, and applicable federal and state regulations. J-1 Visa Waiver eligibility is determined by state health departments and federal government agencies, not the employer.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

1. DO or MD degree from an accredited medical school.

2. Board certification in Family Medicine (Preferred).

3. Certification through the AOA or qualifications judged acceptable by the ACGME Osteopathic Recognition Committee.

4. Eligibility for an unrestricted medical license in Maine.

5. Two years of experience as a practicing physician, with prior teaching experience preferred.

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Pay Transparency

Central Maine Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $168,043 to $210,000. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here:https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights:https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf