Teaching Hospitalist – Assistant Program Director - St. Vincent's Medical Center

Hartford HealthCare; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 210,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare’s St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Bridgeport, CT seeks a Teaching Hospitalist to serve as Assistant Program Director for the Internal Medicine Residency Program.

The role blends 75% teaching with 25% administrative leadership, partnering with residents and faculty to advance medical education in a 520-bed teaching hospital. The successful candidate will lead clinical education, contribute to curriculum, and support accreditation readiness while shaping the next generation of

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Board Certified in Internal Medicine.
• Active Connecticut medical license or eligibility to obtain one.
• Clinical experience caring for acutely ill adult patients with a broad range of medical conditions.
• Demonstrated commitment to medical education, resident teaching, and mentorship.
• Proven leadership abilities and ability to collaborate with residents, faculty, and teams.

Responsibilities

• Teach and supervise Internal Medicine residents in inpatient settings (75%).
• Guide residents in clinical decision-making, diagnostic reasoning, and management of complex cases.
• Facilitate bedside teaching, case discussions, and educational activities.
• Provide feedback and mentorship to support residents’ development.
• Participate in resident assessments and program evaluations.
• Contribute to curriculum development and scholarly activities.
• Collaborate with Program Director and faculty to support educational priorities.
• Support resident recruitment, scheduling, and program operations.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership abilities

Education

MD or DO degree

Board Certified in Internal Medicine

Active CT medical license or eligibility

Job description

Location Detail: St Vincents Medical Center (10427)

Teaching Hospitalist – Assistant Program Director

Department of Medicine | St. Vincent’s Medical Center

Bridgeport, Connecticut | Fairfield County

Full-Time | Academic Hospital Medicine | 75% Teaching / 25% Administration

Position Overview

St. Vincent’s Medical Center (SVMC), part of Hartford HealthCare, is seeking a Teaching Hospitalist to serve as Assistant Program Director for its Internal Medicine Residency Program. This is an excellent opportunity for a physician who is passionate about medical education, resident development, and academic leadership.

The position is designed around a 75% teaching and 25% administrative commitment, providing the opportunity to work closely with Internal Medicine residents while supporting the leadership, organization, and continued development of the residency program.

Located in Bridgeport, Connecticut, St. Vincent’s is a 520-bed community teaching and referral hospital with a Level II trauma center and a broad range of medical and surgical specialties. Its partnership with Quinnipiac University’s Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine provides an established academic environment for clinical education, research, and professional development.

About The Internal Medicine Residency Program

The Quinnipiac University Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine/St. Vincent’s Medical Center Internal Medicine Residency Program prepares physicians for careers in clinical practice, subspecialty fellowship training, and academic medicine.

Residents receive broad clinical exposure across inpatient and outpatient medicine, intensive care, subspecialty services, and ambulatory care. The program emphasizes clinical reasoning, evidence-based medicine, appropriate supervision, quality improvement, and resident mentorship.

The Assistant Program Director will work in partnership with the Program Director and residency faculty to support these educational priorities and maintain a high-quality learning environment.

Position Responsibilities

Teaching and Clinical Education – 75%

• Provide direct clinical teaching and supervision to Internal Medicine residents in inpatient settings.
• Guide residents in clinical decision-making, diagnostic reasoning, evidence-based medicine, and the management of medically complex patients.
• Facilitate bedside teaching, case discussions, and other structured educational activities.
• Provide timely feedback and mentorship to support residents’ clinical competence and professional development.
• Participate in resident assessments, evaluations, and reviews of academic progress.
• Contribute to curriculum development and the ongoing improvement of clinical education.
• Promote scholarly activity, research, quality improvement, and academic presentations.
• Foster a collaborative learning environment that emphasizes professionalism, patient safety, and compassionate patient care.

Administrative and Program Leadership – 25%

• Assist the Program Director with the oversight, organization, implementation, and supervision of residents throughout the Internal Medicine Residency Program.
• Provide oversight and coordination of residency and medical student education activities across participating clinical facilities, including monitoring appropriate resident and student supervision.
• Assist with the administration and educational activities of the residency program.
• Develop, implement, and support policies and procedures related to residency training and medical student education.
• Assist with resident scheduling and coordinate backup coverage and support as needed.
• Ensure adherence to established grievance and due process procedures in accordance with institutional and Graduate Medical Education policies.
• Assist the Program Director with resident feedback, formal evaluations, academic progress monitoring, and remediation planning when appropriate.
• Participate in resident recruitment, including application review, candidate interviews, and selection activities.
• Support curriculum planning, program evaluation, accreditation preparation, and compliance with Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) requirements.
• Participate in residency committees, faculty meetings, and institutional Graduate Medical Education initiatives.
• Collaborate with faculty and institutional leadership to improve program operations and the overall educational experience.

Why Join St. Vincent’s Medical Center?

This role offers the opportunity to combine clinical teaching with academic leadership in an established Internal Medicine Residency Program. You will work alongside dedicated faculty and institutional leaders while helping prepare the next generation of internists for successful careers in medicine.

As part of Hartford HealthCare, you will benefit from a collaborative healthcare network committed to clinical excellence, innovation, professional development, and high-quality patient care.

Live and Work in Fairfield County, Connecticut

Fairfield County offers an appealing combination of coastal communities, suburban neighborhoods, vibrant downtown areas, and convenient access to New York City. The region features a variety of housing options, recreational opportunities, and educational resources, making it an attractive place to live and work.

This is a salaried position. While compensation is presented as an hourly rate for consistency across our postings, this position is paid on a salary basis. The hiring range reflects a good faith estimate of pay for this position as of the posting date. Actual pay will be determined based on qualifications, location, internal equity, and other factors that may include hire bonuses, incentive pay plans, loan repayment, administrative stipends, or relocation.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Board Certified in Internal Medicine.
• Active Connecticut medical license or eligibility to obtain one.
• Clinical experience caring for acutely ill adult patients with a broad range of medical conditions.
• Demonstrated commitment to medical education, resident teaching, and mentorship.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven leadership abilities and the ability to collaborate effectively with residents, faculty, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Interest in scholarly activity, including research, publications, and quality improvement.
• Prior experience in graduate medical education or residency program leadership.
• Experience with curriculum development, resident evaluation, or academic program administration.
• Record of scholarly activity, presentations, research, or publications.