Leadership and Faculty Physician

PeriOperative Clinic Director and Faculty Physician

Introducing an exciting leadership and teaching opportunity for a BC/BE Internal Medicine physician in an academic medical center located in Hartford, CT, one of the most desirable regions in the country to live and with one of the most renowned teaching hospitals in the region.

Leadership and Faculty Position Details:

• Role: Perioperative Clinic Director and Outpatient Academic Practice with UCONN Internal Medicine Residents
• Location: Hartford, CT
• Setting: 25%, Periop Clinic Director - Hartford Region, 75% Academic Clinic-based, outpatient internal medicine working with our residents in the community health clinic
• Schedule: Full-time (10 hours per week leadership, 30 hours per week faculty practice)
• Phone Call Only: back-up resident coverage only
• Other compensation: Guaranteed base salary, Loan repayment support, Sign-on bonus, Relocation stipend

Perioperative Clinic Director, Hartford Region Scope (25%):
• Lead Perioperative Medicine initiatives at Hartford Hospital (including BJI)
• Supervision of advanced practitioners in the Hartford Hospital PAT and Bone and Joint Institute (BJI) PREPARE center
• Attend monthly meetings and review with appropriate surgical Service Lines
• Participate in Perioperative and other appropriate committees
• Provide perioperative education oversight and quality improvement for peers
• Supervise proactive risk reduction for high-risk patients before elective surgeries
• Collaborate with the Hospital Medicine consult team
• Provide professional medical services in perioperative medicine and primary care in Hartford region including preoperative evaluation and consultations, selectively ordering and interpreting appropriate diagnostic testing, imaging, and EKGs

Faculty Practice Scope: (75%):
• Outpatient internal medicine working with our residents in the community health clinic
• Opportunity to integrate education of residents and quality improvement initiatives into clinical shifts
• Professional development in academics, research or advanced leadership in a thriving hospital system

Sample of Hartford HealthCare Benefits:

• Paid CME time off plus CME budget, reimbursed professional licenses and dues
• Paid time off plus all company holidays
• Retirement 401K with sizeable match
• Family care benefits through including emergency back-up care
• Voluntary benefits include tuition programs, home, auto, 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 Hartford Hospital:

Hartford Hospital is an 867 bed, academic medical center located in central Connecticut, one of the most desirable regions in the country in which to live. Hartford Hospital boasts a vibrant inpatient care model and a well-established Hospital Medicine service. The 1,300 physicians practicing at Hartford Hospital are nationally regarded as amongst the most experienced practitioners in their fields. This world class medical staff is supported by more than 6,000 highly skilled nurses and staff members.
About Academics with Hartford HealthCare:
• Hartford HealthCare is one of the largest, not-for-profit , fully-integrated healthcare systems in Connecticut, providing unparalleled access to specialty services and resources
• Easy access to Behavioral Health , High Risk Nurse Care Managers & Social Workers
• Efficient operations, engaged teams and robust staffing
• EPIC with Dragon, 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 - Fall 2025 Leapfrog
• Best Organizations for Leadership Development - National Center for Healthcare Leadership
• Best Hospitals to Work for in Connecticut - Becker's Hospital Review
• Best Regional Hospitals - US News and World Report
More About Hartford HealthCare:
• Established Mentorship and Orientation programs specially designed for newly hired providers and providers new to practice
• Committed to continuous development through The Center for Education Stimulation & Innovation (CESI), our Provider Leadership Development Institute and a robust on demand learning platform including CME, special courses, learning series and tools and resources
Connecticut Lifestyle:

• 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, healthcare, 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.

Take the next step Contact me today:
Debra Colaci, Primary Care Physician Recruiter, Hartford HealthCare
E: debra.colaci@hhchealth.org
Text/Call: 860-500-3197

Qualifications:

• Connecticut Medical License
• Board Eligibility or Board Certification in Internal Medicine

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