Primary Care Physician - Groton, CT

Location Detail: 85 Poheganut Drive (10477) Shift Detail: Weekdays only, ask about a 4 day work week! Hartford HealthCare is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Internal or Family Medicine Physician to join a brand-new primary care practice in Groton, Connecticut. This is a rare opportunity to help establish and grow a new site from the ground up while delivering high-quality, relationship-based care to adult patients in a modern and collaborative practice environment. Supported by Hartford HealthCare's integrated network, innovative technology, and physician leadership, you'll have the ability to build a thriving patient panel and create the practice experience you envision. Located along Connecticut's scenic southeastern shoreline, Groton offers an exceptional quality of life with access to coastal living, boating, beaches, charming New England towns, and a vibrant maritime community, all within easy reach of Boston, New York City, and Providence.

Primary Care Position Details:

• Role: Primary Care Physician (18+)
• Location: Groton, CT - a picturesque coastal town known for its beaches, vibrant village centers, and welcoming community atmosphere
• Setting: 100%, office-based, outpatient
• Primary Care Schedule: Full-time, weekdays only (ask about part-time and hybrid options if preferred)
• Teaching: Optional with faculty appointment
• Phone Call Only: averages only 2 call weekends per year and 1 weeknight ~ 2 months
• Offerings: Guaranteed base, Uncapped incentive bonus, Loan repayment support, Sign-on, Residency Stipend, Relocation
• Work authorization: H1B cap-exempt organization

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 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 Primary Care 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
• Streamlined access to Behavioral Health, High Risk Nurse Care Managers & Social Workers
• Efficient operations, engaged teams and robust staffing, including nursing and your own MA EPIC with Dragon, Ambient AI integration, 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” - 1 of only 3 health care systems in the US to achieve across the board A ratings - Leapfrog
• “Best Organizations for Leadership Development” - National Center for Healthcare Leadership
• “Best Regional Hospitals” – US News and World Report

Professional Development and Mentorship with Hartford HealthCare:

• Supportive Mentorship and Comprehensive Orientation Programs designed for all newly hired physicians—whether new to practice or new to our system—providing personalized guidance, a strong sense of community, and the resources needed to feel confident and supported from day one
• Committed to continuous development through The Center for Education Stimulation & Innovation (CESI), our award winning 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.

Compensation and Pay Transparency Disclosure: 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. Learn more about Primary Care with Hartford HealthCare HERE.

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 Requirements:

• Unrestricted State of Connecticut medical license (or eligible)
• BC/BE Internal or Family Medicine