Senior Level Family Medicine Jobs
Senior level family medicine jobs place experienced clinicians in roles defined by clinical leadership, autonomous patient management, and mentoring the next generation of providers. These positions are predominantly on-site, concentrated in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Staffing & Recruiting, with employers like Jobot, Sutter Health, and WellSpan Health hiring at this level now.
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The University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry (URSMD) Department of Family Medicine (DFM) is one of the original academic Family Medicine departments in the country. The Department continues to lead primary care in the 21st century with notable strengths in the bio-psychosocial model, women’s health, global health, and caring for underserved populations. The Highland Family Medicine practice, representing 24,000 patients over 75,000 annual visits, provides access and high-quality care with interprofessional teams. The department is known for its commitment to interprofessional practice and education. DFM educational programs include a nationally known Family Medicine Residency program and three Family Medicine fellowship programs (Maternal child/Advanced Obstetrics, Faculty Development, and Sports Medicine). Besides FM fellows and residents, the department trains other learners including URSMD medical students, Marriage and Family Therapy Interns, Post Master’s Nurse practitioners, and Pharmacy students and residents.
As an academic department of the University of Rochester School of Medicine, DFM is led by Colleen T. Fogarty. MD, MSc, the William Rocktaschel Professor and Chair. The Vice Chair is a faculty member of the DFM, who works closely with the Chair as a member of the senior leadership team. In this role, the Vice Chair reports to the Department Chair. The Vice Chair is responsible for ensuring faculty success in clinical care, education, research and scholarship through provision of leadership in faculty onboarding, assignment of mentors, annual review, promotion and tenure processes, faculty development planning, and periodic departmental review of faculty success and needs.
Essential Responsibilities:
Provides leadership, oversight, and consultation to the DFM Chair about faculty needs and function across the clinical, academic and education missions.
- Support individual faculty success and scholarship.
- Collaborate with the URSMD Office of Academic Affairs to oversee DFM faculty appointments and promotions.
- Collaborate with the Chair on shaping policy and DFM leadership decisions and process.
- Foster and model a commitment to a culture of support and high standards, identifying strengths and responding to needs of individual faculty members, with attention to alignment with DFM and wider University of Rochester Medicine missions.
- Work with Residency leadership to engage residents who wish to consider future practice in academic Family Medicine.
About the University of Rochester Medical Center:
The University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC) is one of the nation's leading academic medical centers, dedicated to advancing health through research, education, and patient care. As a major employer in the Rochester region, URMC encompasses the School of Medicine and Dentistry, Strong Memorial Hospital, Golisano Children's Hospital, and a regional network of community hospitals and outpatient facilities. Our mission is to improve the health of the communities we serve by providing compassionate, high-quality care, conducting groundbreaking research, and educating the next generation of healthcare professionals.
- MD or DO degree or equivalent from an accredited institution.
- Board Certification in Family Medicine.
- Eligibility for an unrestricted medical license in New York State.
- Demonstrated record of progressive leadership experience in an academic medical center or large healthcare system.
- Evidence of proficiency in clinical practice, medical education, research, and scholarship.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Commitment to advancing the department's culture and strategic priorities by fostering a respectful, collaborative environment that supports high-quality care for all patients and educational excellence for all learners.
EOE, including disability/protected veterans
The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion/creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Classes). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.
The University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry (URSMD) Department of Family Medicine (DFM) is one of the original academic Family Medicine departments in the country. The Department continues to lead primary care in the 21st century with notable strengths in the bio-psychosocial model, women’s health, global health, and caring for underserved populations. The Highland Family Medicine practice, representing 24,000 patients over 75,000 annual visits, provides access and high-quality care with interprofessional teams. The department is known for its commitment to interprofessional practice and education. DFM educational programs include a nationally known Family Medicine Residency program and three Family Medicine fellowship programs (Maternal child/Advanced Obstetrics, Faculty Development, and Sports Medicine). Besides FM fellows and residents, the department trains other learners including URSMD medical students, Marriage and Family Therapy Interns, Post Master’s Nurse practitioners, and Pharmacy students and residents.
As an academic department of the University of Rochester School of Medicine, DFM is led by Colleen T. Fogarty. MD, MSc, the William Rocktaschel Professor and Chair. The Vice Chair is a faculty member of the DFM, who works closely with the Chair as a member of the senior leadership team. In this role, the Vice Chair reports to the Department Chair. The Vice Chair is responsible for ensuring faculty success in clinical care, education, research and scholarship through provision of leadership in faculty onboarding, assignment of mentors, annual review, promotion and tenure processes, faculty development planning, and periodic departmental review of faculty success and needs.
Essential Responsibilities:
Provides leadership, oversight, and consultation to the DFM Chair about faculty needs and function across the clinical, academic and education missions.
- Support individual faculty success and scholarship.
- Collaborate with the URSMD Office of Academic Affairs to oversee DFM faculty appointments and promotions.
- Collaborate with the Chair on shaping policy and DFM leadership decisions and process.
- Foster and model a commitment to a culture of support and high standards, identifying strengths and responding to needs of individual faculty members, with attention to alignment with DFM and wider University of Rochester Medicine missions.
- Work with Residency leadership to engage residents who wish to consider future practice in academic Family Medicine.
About the University of Rochester Medical Center:
The University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC) is one of the nation's leading academic medical centers, dedicated to advancing health through research, education, and patient care. As a major employer in the Rochester region, URMC encompasses the School of Medicine and Dentistry, Strong Memorial Hospital, Golisano Children's Hospital, and a regional network of community hospitals and outpatient facilities. Our mission is to improve the health of the communities we serve by providing compassionate, high-quality care, conducting groundbreaking research, and educating the next generation of healthcare professionals.
- MD or DO degree or equivalent from an accredited institution.
- Board Certification in Family Medicine.
- Eligibility for an unrestricted medical license in New York State.
- Demonstrated record of progressive leadership experience in an academic medical center or large healthcare system.
- Evidence of proficiency in clinical practice, medical education, research, and scholarship.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Commitment to advancing the department's culture and strategic priorities by fostering a respectful, collaborative environment that supports high-quality care for all patients and educational excellence for all learners.
EOE, including disability/protected veterans
The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion/creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Classes). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.
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Senior Level Family Medicine Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level family medicine job?
Employers at this level look for demonstrated clinical autonomy, a history of managing complex or high-acuity patient panels, and the ability to mentor junior physicians or lead care teams. Board certification and a strong record of quality outcomes matter more than credentials alone. Candidates who can articulate how they have shaped clinical protocols or improved patient outcomes within a practice setting stand out most.
Which companies hire senior level family medicines?
Companies hiring senior level family medicines right now include Jobot, Sutter Health, and WellSpan Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Health systems, multispecialty group practices, and federally qualified health centers tend to drive the most consistent hiring at this level.
Are there remote senior level family medicine jobs?
Yes, though most senior family medicine roles remain clinic-based given the hands-on nature of patient care. About 0% of senior level family medicine openings are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, typically covering telemedicine, utilization management, or physician advisory positions rather than traditional practice roles.
What makes a family medicine role senior level?
A senior level family medicine role goes beyond seeing patients independently. It typically involves leading or supervising care teams, contributing to clinical quality initiatives, serving as a preceptor or mentor for residents and junior physicians, and taking ownership of outcomes across a defined patient population. These roles carry broader accountability for practice performance, not just individual caseloads.
Which industries hire the most senior level family medicines?
Senior Level family medicine roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Staffing & Recruiting, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. These sectors consistently need experienced clinicians who can lead patient care at scale, support value-based care models, and meet growing demand for primary care access across diverse communities.