Medical Doctor Jobs in Connecticut
Medical Doctor jobs in Connecticut are concentrated in one of the Northeast's most active healthcare markets, with demand running from primary care and internal medicine through subspecialties such as cardiology, oncology, and psychiatry. Hartford, New Haven, and Bridgeport anchor most of the hiring, backed by large systems like Yale New Haven Health, Hartford HealthCare, and Trinity Health Of New England. Opportunities range from first-year residents and early-career hospitalists to senior attending physicians and department chiefs. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Location Detail: 1290 Silas Deane Hwy Wethrsfld (10181)
Shift Detail: days/time vary. Include wkends/holidays
Per Diem Physician Advisor
Hartford HealthCare – Integrated Care Partners (ICP)
At Hartford HealthCare, every moment matters. More than 40,000 colleagues come to work each day united by a shared purpose: delivering exceptional care, advancing innovation, and improving the health of the communities we serve.
As Connecticut's most comprehensive integrated health system, Hartford HealthCare includes eight acute care hospitals, a large multispecialty physician organization, behavioral health services, rehabilitation, home care, senior services, and an extensive network of ambulatory locations throughout the state. Our physician-led organization is committed to collaboration, clinical excellence, and creating an environment where providers can thrive.
We invite you to join our team as a Per Diem Physician Advisor with Integrated Care Partners (ICP).
About Integrated Care Partners
Integrated Care Partners (ICP) is Hartford HealthCare's physician-led clinically integrated network, dedicated to improving quality, enhancing the patient experience, and delivering high-value care. Through collaboration across the continuum of care, ICP supports physicians in providing exceptional, evidence-based care while promoting responsible stewardship of healthcare resources.
Position Summary
The Physician Advisor serves as an integral member of the Clinical Resource Management team, partnering closely with Clinical Resource Management nurses, attending physicians, and hospital leadership to ensure the appropriate utilization of healthcare resources while maintaining the highest standards of patient care.
This role provides physician leadership in utilization management, level-of-care determinations, regulatory compliance, and payer interactions, helping to ensure that patients receive the right care, at the right time, in the most appropriate setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform second-level physician reviews for level-of-care determinations and appropriate utilization of healthcare resources.
- Respond promptly to requests from Clinical Resource Management nurses for physician review.
- Collaborate with attending physicians to resolve level-of-care questions and address opportunities for appropriate resource utilization.
- Conduct peer-to-peer discussions with insurance payers and provide support for appeals and denial management.
- Maintain current knowledge of regulatory requirements, utilization management standards, and payer guidelines.
- Educate physician colleagues on utilization management best practices and evolving regulatory trends.
- Meet established Physician Advisor coverage requirements for assigned per diem shifts.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and perform other duties as assigned.
Why Hartford HealthCare?
As a physician with Hartford HealthCare, you will join a nationally recognized, physician-led organization committed to clinical excellence, innovation, and collaboration. You will work alongside exceptional colleagues while helping shape the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care across Connecticut's largest integrated healthcare network.
Interested in Learning More?
For additional information or a confidential conversation, please contact:
Pam Lasser
Physician Recruiter
pamela.lasser@hhchealth.org
Qualifications
Education: Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
Experience: Three to five years of acute experience. Five years of relevant experience, acute care or managed care is preferred.
Licensure, Certification, Registration: Valid State of CT Physician License
Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements:
- Able to influence, negotiate and educate
- Ability to understand and interpret patient data, finance and utilization reports
- Understanding of government and payer coverage criteria and regulatory requirements
Location Detail: 1290 Silas Deane Hwy Wethrsfld (10181)
Shift Detail: days/time vary. Include wkends/holidays
Per Diem Physician Advisor
Hartford HealthCare – Integrated Care Partners (ICP)
At Hartford HealthCare, every moment matters. More than 40,000 colleagues come to work each day united by a shared purpose: delivering exceptional care, advancing innovation, and improving the health of the communities we serve.
As Connecticut's most comprehensive integrated health system, Hartford HealthCare includes eight acute care hospitals, a large multispecialty physician organization, behavioral health services, rehabilitation, home care, senior services, and an extensive network of ambulatory locations throughout the state. Our physician-led organization is committed to collaboration, clinical excellence, and creating an environment where providers can thrive.
We invite you to join our team as a Per Diem Physician Advisor with Integrated Care Partners (ICP).
About Integrated Care Partners
Integrated Care Partners (ICP) is Hartford HealthCare's physician-led clinically integrated network, dedicated to improving quality, enhancing the patient experience, and delivering high-value care. Through collaboration across the continuum of care, ICP supports physicians in providing exceptional, evidence-based care while promoting responsible stewardship of healthcare resources.
Position Summary
The Physician Advisor serves as an integral member of the Clinical Resource Management team, partnering closely with Clinical Resource Management nurses, attending physicians, and hospital leadership to ensure the appropriate utilization of healthcare resources while maintaining the highest standards of patient care.
This role provides physician leadership in utilization management, level-of-care determinations, regulatory compliance, and payer interactions, helping to ensure that patients receive the right care, at the right time, in the most appropriate setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform second-level physician reviews for level-of-care determinations and appropriate utilization of healthcare resources.
- Respond promptly to requests from Clinical Resource Management nurses for physician review.
- Collaborate with attending physicians to resolve level-of-care questions and address opportunities for appropriate resource utilization.
- Conduct peer-to-peer discussions with insurance payers and provide support for appeals and denial management.
- Maintain current knowledge of regulatory requirements, utilization management standards, and payer guidelines.
- Educate physician colleagues on utilization management best practices and evolving regulatory trends.
- Meet established Physician Advisor coverage requirements for assigned per diem shifts.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and perform other duties as assigned.
Why Hartford HealthCare?
As a physician with Hartford HealthCare, you will join a nationally recognized, physician-led organization committed to clinical excellence, innovation, and collaboration. You will work alongside exceptional colleagues while helping shape the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care across Connecticut's largest integrated healthcare network.
Interested in Learning More?
For additional information or a confidential conversation, please contact:
Pam Lasser
Physician Recruiter
pamela.lasser@hhchealth.org
Qualifications
Education: Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
Experience: Three to five years of acute experience. Five years of relevant experience, acute care or managed care is preferred.
Licensure, Certification, Registration: Valid State of CT Physician License
Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements:
- Able to influence, negotiate and educate
- Ability to understand and interpret patient data, finance and utilization reports
- Understanding of government and payer coverage criteria and regulatory requirements
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Medical Doctor Job Market in Connecticut
A snapshot from current Connecticut openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Hartford HealthCare18
- Starling Physicians10
- GoHealth Urgent Care7
- Optum2
- TeamHealth2
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Connecticut Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in medical doctor jobs across Connecticut.
- Active Connecticut medical license issued by the Connecticut Medical Examining Board required
- Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from an accredited program
- Completion of an accredited residency program in a relevant specialty or subspecialty
- Board certification or active board eligibility in the applicable specialty
- Current DEA registration and Connecticut controlled substance registration where prescribing is required
- Current BLS and ACLS certification, with ATLS preferred for emergency and surgical roles
Medical Doctor Jobs in Connecticut: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a medical doctor in Connecticut?
You must hold an MD or DO degree from an accredited institution, complete an accredited residency, and obtain an active license from the Connecticut Medical Examining Board, which is part of the Connecticut Department of Public Health. The board requires proof of postgraduate training, passing scores on the USMLE or COMLEX series, and a clean disciplinary record. Physicians licensed in another state may apply for licensure by endorsement if their credentials meet Connecticut standards.
Which companies hire medical doctors in Connecticut?
Employers hiring medical doctors in Connecticut right now include Hartford HealthCare, Starling Physicians, and GoHealth Urgent Care, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Connecticut's largest integrated health systems, academic medical centers affiliated with Yale and UConn, and independent community hospitals collectively generate most of the state's physician openings.
Which Connecticut cities have the most medical doctor jobs?
The cities with the most medical doctor openings in Connecticut are Hartford, Manchester, and Norwich. Hartford and New Haven drive the highest volume because they are home to the state's largest academic health systems and flagship hospitals, while Bridgeport anchors Fairfield County's dense suburban population and supports a substantial employed-physician market through its own regional system.
Are there remote medical doctor jobs in Connecticut?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of medical doctor openings tied to Connecticut are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting that most physician work requires direct patient contact. The roles most likely to carry a remote or hybrid component are telehealth primary care, utilization management, and medical director positions that are primarily administrative.
How can I get hired as a medical doctor in Connecticut with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to residency or fellowship programs at Connecticut's academic medical centers, particularly Yale New Haven Health and UConn Health, which run structured graduate medical education programs for physicians at the start of their careers. New physicians who have completed training can pursue employed hospitalist or outpatient associate physician roles, which are commonly posted by Hartford HealthCare and Trinity Health Of New England as stepping stones before partnership or subspecialty tracks. Securing Connecticut licensure and board eligibility before applying gives candidates a clear edge.
Where can I find and apply to medical doctor jobs in Connecticut?
You can find and apply to medical doctor jobs in Connecticut on Migrate Mate, which lists current Connecticut openings. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your specialty and experience level, and apply directly through each listing.
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