Lead Physician - Urgent Care

ACEP Now; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) match

Urgent care services at no cost

Reduced tuition rates for team members

Job summary

ACEP Now in Portland, Maine is seeking a Board-Certified Physician with experience in Emergency Medicine or Urgent Care. In this role, you will lead patient care initiatives, mentor Advanced Practice Providers, and ensure compliance with clinical standards.

Key responsibilities include performing medical evaluations, maintaining documentation, and collaborating with clinic staff. The position offers a supportive environment with extensive health benefits, professional growth opportunities, and a 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• Clinical experience in emergency medicine or urgent care preferred.
• Demonstrated experience supervising or collaborating with APPs is preferred.
• Proficient with clinical management software.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive evaluations, manage acute illness and injury.
• Provide physician oversight, supervising Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants.
• Act as clinical leader, mentor new providers.

Skills

Emergency Medicine

Urgent Care

Clinical Leadership

Mentorship

Documentation Compliance

Communication

Team Collaboration

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

Board Certification

Active State Medical License

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Tools

Electronic Medical Record (EMR)

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

We are seeking a Board-Certified Physician with experience in Emergency Medicine or Urgent Care to join our urgent care team. Physicians at ConvenientMD serve as a clinical leader, mentor, and supervising provider, ensuring exceptional patient care, supporting Advanced Practice Providers (APPs), and maintaining the highest standards of clinical excellence and compliance.

Your Impact

• Deliver Exceptional Patient-Centered Care
  • Perform comprehensive evaluations including history, physical examination, and medical decision‑making.
  • Diagnose and manage acute illness and injury across the urgent care spectrum.
  • Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic testing (e.g., x‑rays, EKGs, laboratory studies).
  • Perform in‑office procedures including wound repair, incision and drainage, splinting, joint injections, and other urgent care procedures.
  • Prescribe medications and develop treatment plans aligned with current clinical standards and best practices.
  • Ensure efficient, high‑quality, and compassionate patient experiences.
• Serve as Registered Supervising Physician
  • Provide physician oversight in accordance with state regulations and governing board requirements.
  • Collaborate with and supervise Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants.
  • Be available for clinical consultation as required by law and company policy.
  • Participate in chart review and quality assurance processes as applicable.
  • Ensure compliance with all supervisory agreements and documentation standards.
• Clinical Leadership & Mentorship
  • Act as the clinical leader within the clinic, especially in the absence of the Practice Manager.
  • Mentor and support new‑graduate and experienced APPs.
  • Serve as a clinical resource for nursing and allied health staff.
  • Promote a culture of accountability, safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
  • Participate in onboarding, training, and ongoing education initiatives.
• Documentation & Compliance
  • Maintain complete, accurate, and timely medical documentation in the EMR.
  • Ensure adherence to HIPAA, OSHA, and applicable federal and state regulations.
  • Uphold infection‑control standards and clinic safety protocols.
  • Stay current on evolving legislation, clinical guidelines, and professional standards.
  • Support quality improvement initiatives and risk management efforts.
• Collaborative Care
  • Work closely with clinic staff to ensure coordinated, thoughtful, and timely patient dispositions—including transfers when appropriate.
  • Partner with operational leadership to optimize workflow, patient throughput, and clinical outcomes.
  • Contribute to a respectful, team‑based environment grounded in professionalism and shared purpose.

Who You Are

• Education, Licensure, & Certifications
  • Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO).
  • Board Certified by the applicable governing board (e.g., ABEM, ABFM, ABIM or other relevant specialty board).
  • Active, unrestricted medical license in the state of practice.
  • Eligible and willing to serve as a Registered Supervising Physician in accordance with state requirements.
  • Active, unrestricted DEA registration.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification: American Heart Association or American Red Cross BLS certification. CPR, ACLS certifications, or online‑only classes are not accepted.
• Relevant experience – Clinical experience in emergency medicine, urgent care, or ambulatory care setting is preferred.
• Strong mentor – Demonstrated experience supervising or collaborating with APPs preferred.
• Strong leadership skills – Willing and able to mentor provider as well as non‑provider clinic staff.
• Excellent team player – Enjoy collaborating with others and being part of a strong team dynamic.
• Proactive and confident communicator – Foregrounds and elevates concerns as they arise, unafraid of professional directness both with colleagues and patients.
• Compassionate, authentic, and patient focused – Supports patients through kindness; demonstrating understanding for others and contributing to a community of belonging.
• Technically savvy – Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software and clinical management systems (EMR).
• Strong knowledge of
  • Acute care evaluation and management principles
  • Pharmacology relevant to urgent and ambulatory care
  • Applicable state and federal healthcare regulations
  • Quality assurance and clinical compliance standards

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• Collaborative team environment that encourages professional growth
• Urgent care services at no cost to our team members and their families
• Extensive benefit offerings including health, dental, and vision coverage, company‑paid short‑term disability, and optional pet insurance
• 401(k) match after one year of service
• Access to our primary care (depending on location)
• Educational Alliance with Purdue University Global and reduced tuition rates for team members and their families
• Employer rewards and access to discounts offered on services and products such as hotels, travel, entertainment, restaurants, and more

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