Job Summary:
If you are seeking an Emergency Medicine role where you can provide exceptional patient care and shape the future of a department, this opportunity offers both clinical impact and leadership influence.
St. Mary’s Health System is seeking a BC/BE Emergency Medicine Physician to join our Emergency Department in Lewiston, Maine in a combined role:
.50 FTE Staff Emergency Physician
.25 FTE Emergency Department Medical Director
This is an ideal opportunity for a physician who values high-quality clinical care and is ready to step into (or continue) a meaningful leadership role within a collaborative, mission-driven system.
A Department Designed for Excellence
Our recently renovated Emergency Department features:
22 modern exam rooms
Advanced, updated equipment
Emergency Medicine–trained physicians
Daily coverage from experienced PAs and NPs
Strong nursing support and interdisciplinary collaboration
Subspecialty support is readily available, including Surgery, Cardiology, Hospital Medicine, Pediatrics, Neurology, Orthopedics, OB/GYN, and Psychiatry — allowing you to practice comprehensive Emergency Medicine with confidence.
Medical Director Responsibilities (.25 FTE)
As Medical Director, you will partner closely with hospital leadership to ensure clinical excellence, operational efficiency, and provider engagement. Responsibilities include:
Clinical oversight of ED providers
Quality improvement initiatives and performance metrics
Peer review and clinical guideline development
Provider recruitment, onboarding, and mentorship
Collaboration with nursing and administrative leadership
Supporting patient safety, throughput, and accreditation standards
Budgetary input and strategic planning for departmental growth
This role provides meaningful leadership influence while maintaining strong clinical engagement.
Dedicated Behavioral Health Emergency Services
St. Mary’s offers a separate, dedicated behavioral/mental health emergency department staffed with psychiatric nurse practitioners, specialized nurses, and support staff — along with inpatient child/adolescent psychiatry, adult psychiatry, and chemical dependency services.
This structure enhances safety, improves patient flow, and allows emergency physicians to deliver focused, efficient care.
National Recognition in Geriatric Emergency Care
St. Mary’s Emergency Department has earned Level 3 Geriatric Emergency Department Accreditation from theAmerican College of Emergency Physicians.
This national recognition reflects our commitment to delivering thoughtful, coordinated emergency care tailored specifically to older adults — an increasingly vital part of Emergency Medicine.
Compensation & Benefits
We offer a competitive and comprehensive package designed to support you professionally and personally:
Competitive compensation aligned with leadership responsibilities
Medical Director stipend
Sign-on bonus
Relocation allowance
Student loan reimbursement
Full benefits package
403(b) retirement plan with company match
A Health System With Depth & Stability
St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center is a 233-bed acute care facility within a broad, integrated system that includes:
St. Mary’s Physician Network (primary & specialty care)
Community Clinical Services (FQHC with psychiatric services)
St. Mary’s d’Youville Pavilion (long-term care)
St. Mary’s Residences (independent living)
Auburn Campus including Orthopedics, Physical Rehab, Sleep Center, Cardiopulmonary Rehab, and on-site lab and imaging
This infrastructure provides stability, resources, and a true continuum of care.
Live Where Others Vacation — Lewiston, Maine
Lewiston-Auburn is Maine’s second-largest metropolitan area — just:
40 minutes from Portland
Under an hour to the ocean or mountains
2.5 hours to Boston
Maine truly lives up to its nickname, “Vacationland.”
Here you can enjoy:
Hiking, biking, fishing, hunting
Skiing & snowboarding
Rock climbing & white-water rafting
Snowmobiling & four-season recreation
Strong schools and cultural amenities
A welcoming, close-knit community
Work-life balance here is not theoretical — it is real.
Why Physicians Choose St. Mary’s
Combined clinical and leadership opportunity
Collegial, collaborative culture
Strong subspecialty and behavioral health support
Accredited geriatric emergency care
Mission-driven organization rooted in community values
Manageable blended FTE structure (.50 clinical / .25 leadership)
Covenant Health Mission Statement
We are a Catholic health ministry, providing healing and care for the whole person, in service to all in our communities.
Our Core Values:
•Compassion
We show respect, caring and sensitivity towards all, honoring the dignity of each person, especially the poor, vulnerable and suffering.
•Integrity
We promote justice and ethical behavior, and responsibly steward our human, financial and environmental resources.
•Collaboration
We work in partnership, dialogue and shared purpose to create healthy communities.
•Excellence
We deliver all services with the highest level of quality, while seeking creative innovation.
Applicants, employees and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, and genetic information (including family medical history).
| Location | Lewiston, Maine |