About this opportunity

Britt Medical lists this Chief Infectious Disease Physician | SW of New Haven, CT – Leadership + Academic Appointment opportunity in bridgeport, Connecticut. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Seeking an experienced Board-Certified Infectious Disease Physician to serve as Chief of Infectious Diseases ~20 miles from New Haven, Connecticut.

Position Highlights

Serve as Chief of Infectious Diseases for a department of 4 physicians

Report to the System Director of Infectious Disease

Lead continued growth of the Infectious Disease section

Establish strong communication and collaboration across service lines

Mentor junior faculty and support physician development

Oversee the hospital epidemiology program in partnership with Infection Prevention

Collaborate closely with Antimicrobial Stewardship Pharmacists

Provide inpatient Infectious Disease consultations

Outpatient practice including HIV, Hepatitis C, STDs, and travel medicine

No primary care

Active hospitalist program caring for inpatients

Shared call with other Infectious Disease physicians

Collaborate with 25+ Infectious Disease physician colleagues across the broader network

Participate in postgraduate medical education for residents and medical students

Assistant Professor appointment with Quinnipiac University

Opportunities to contribute to antimicrobial stewardship and hospital-acquired infection initiatives

Qualifications

Board Certified in Infectious Disease

MD or DO degree

Eligible for Connecticut medical licensure

3-5 years of clinical experience

Prior leadership experience preferred

Experience within a multi-site health system preferred

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Incentive compensation opportunities

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits

Generous time off

CME allowance

Retirement savings program with employer contributions

Physician leadership and professional development resources

Location & Lifestyle

Situated along the Long Island Sound , this coastal Connecticut community offers an appealing mix of waterfront recreation, diverse dining, arts and entertainment, parks, beaches, and year-round cultural attractions, with convenient access to Metro-North and Amtrak for easy travel throughout the Northeast. Residents enjoy proximity to ~20 miles from New Haven, ~60 miles from New York City, ~55 miles from Hartford, and ~150 miles from Boston, making it possible to enjoy the energy and amenities of several major metropolitan areas while maintaining access to Connecticut’s shoreline lifestyle.

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