Physician - Geriatrics/LTC - Full Time in Maine

MaineHealth; Damariscotta (ME); On-site; USD 210,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Collaborative work environment

Opportunities for outdoor activities

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider is seeking a full-time Geriatrician to join its team at the Damariscotta campus. The role includes providing care for long-term residents, with potential for inpatient care and primary care opportunities. Candidates should have completed a residency in Internal or Family Medicine, with a preference for Geriatrics fellowship training. This position contributes to expanding comprehensive geriatric services throughout Maine's MidCoast region, promoting team collaboration and patient-focused care.

Qualifications

• Completion of an ACGME-accredited residency program.
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Geriatrics.
• Ability to obtain and maintain hospital credentials.
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Geriatrics or similar.
• Ability to obtain and maintain credentialing and privileges at designated hospital locations.

Responsibilities

• Provide care primarily at the Damariscotta campus.
• Expand practice outside of nursing home if desired.
• Collaborate with the Division of Geriatrics at MaineHealth.

Skills

Geriatric care

Patient care

Collaboration

Education

ACGME-accredited residency program in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine

Fellowship training in Geriatrics preferred

Fellowship in Geriatrics

Job description

Lincoln Hospital, a 25-bed critical access hospital and proud member of MaineHealth, is seeking a full-time Geriatrician to join our experienced and collaborative team.

Lincoln Hospital operates nursing homes on two of its campuses in Damariscotta and Boothbay Harbor. This position will primarily be based at our Damariscotta campus, providing care to long-term care residents. There is also flexibility to expand the practice outside of the nursing home, based on candidate interest, including opportunities for inpatient care at other MaineHealth facilities or primary care within other Lincoln Hospital outpatient clinics.

This role will be part of the Division of Geriatrics at MaineHealth, a system-wide team that delivers comprehensive geriatric services across the state. These services include inpatient and outpatient care, community resources, and access to healthcare practitioners specifically trained in Geriatrics. While the core Geriatrics team is based in Portland, this position will play a key role in expanding services throughout Maine s MidCoast region.

Please visit: Senior Care | MaineHealth Lincoln Hospital.

Desired Qualifications & Experience

Education/Training:

Completion of an ACGME-accredited residency program in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or equivalent.

Fellowship training in Geriatrics preferred.

Licenses/Certifications:

Eligible for licensure in the State of Maine.

Board-certified or board-eligible in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Geriatrics or similar.

Ability to obtain and maintain credentialing and privileges at designated hospital locations.

About Us

MaineHealth is a not-for-profit integrated health system whose vision is, Working together so our communities are the healthiest in America. MaineHealth consists of nine local health systems, a comprehensive behavioral health care network, diagnostic services, home health agencies, and 1,700 employed clinicians working together through the MaineHealth Medical Group. With approximately 22,000 care team members, MaineHealth provides preventive care, diagnosis and treatment to 1.1 million residents in Maine and New Hampshire. MaineHealth offers a Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive and competitive benefits, along with programs and resources to meet the diverse needs of our workforce.

MaineHealth Lincoln Hospital provides expert health care services to the vibrant coastal communities of Lincoln County, Maine. We are the largest employer in Lincoln County with more than 1,000 employees working together to make our community the healthiest in America. Our region is renowned for its natural beauty, featuring miles of pristine oceanfront, picturesque rivers and streams, and vast forested woodlands. Outdoor enthusiasts will find an abundance of year-round activities to enjoy. Joining the Lincoln Hospital team means becoming part of a community that values collaboration, innovation, and a shared commitment to delivering outstanding patient care - all while living in a region celebrated for its charm and serenity.

Please visit: www.mainehealth.org and our benefits page.