Medical Doctor Jobs in Rhode Island

Medical Doctor jobs in Rhode Island are concentrated in Providence, Pawtucket, and Warwick, where anchor institutions like Lifespan Health System, Care New England Health System, and Brown University Health anchor the hiring market across primary care, internal medicine, and emergency medicine. Demand runs from newly licensed physicians entering residency-affiliated roles to experienced attendings and department leads. Rhode Island's compact geography means most hospital-based and outpatient openings are within a short commute of Providence. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles10
Top employerTeamHealth
Top cityProvidence, RI
Cities hiring6
Work type100% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Brown University Health
Physician
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Brown University Health
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Physician
Brown University Health
Providence, Rhode Island
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
10,000+

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TeamHealth
Emergency Medicine Physician In Wakefield, RI
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Emergency Medicine Physician In Wakefield, RI
TeamHealth
Wakefield, Rhode Island
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
10,000+

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TeamHealth
Hospitalist Physician In Westerly, RI
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Hospitalist Physician In Westerly, RI
TeamHealth
Westerly, Rhode Island
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
10,000+

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CareATC
Physician Assistant, PRN
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Physician Assistant, PRN
CareATC
Providence, Rhode Island
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
$77 - $80/hr
501-1,000

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US Department of Veterans Affairs
Orthopedic Surgeon - Physician (Shoulder Specialty)
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US Department of Veterans Affairs
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Orthopedic Surgeon - Physician (Shoulder Specialty)
US Department of Veterans Affairs
Providence, Rhode Island
Business Development
Customer Success
Program Management
Project Management
$375k - $400k/yr
On-Site
Military encouraged
10,000+

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Medical Doctor Jobs by City in Rhode Island

Where Rhode Island roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Providence
5 jobs
Newport
1 job
Warwick
1 job
Westerly
1 job
Wakefield
1 job
Woonsocket
1 job

Medical Doctor Job Market in Rhode Island

A snapshot from current Rhode Island openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

TeamHealth
TeamHealth2 open roles
Oak Street Health, part of CVS Health
Oak Street Health, part of CVS Health2 open roles
CareATC
CareATC1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education

What Rhode Island Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in medical doctor jobs across Rhode Island.

  • Active Rhode Island medical license issued by the Rhode Island Board of Medical Licensure and Discipline
  • Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited institution
  • Completion of an accredited residency program in a relevant specialty
  • Current board certification or active board eligibility in the applicable specialty
  • Valid DEA registration and current BLS or ACLS certification as required by role
  • Demonstrated clinical experience in a hospital, health system, or outpatient setting

Medical Doctor Jobs in Rhode Island: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a medical doctor in Rhode Island?

To practice as a medical doctor in Rhode Island, you must obtain licensure from the Rhode Island Board of Medical Licensure and Discipline, which requires a medical degree from an accredited MD or DO program, completion of an accredited residency, and passing scores on the USMLE or COMLEX. Rhode Island participates in the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact, which can streamline licensing for physicians already licensed in another member state.

Which companies hire medical doctors in Rhode Island?

Employers hiring medical doctors in Rhode Island right now include TeamHealth, Oak Street Health, part of CVS Health, and CareATC, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Rhode Island's concentrated health system landscape, anchored by large academic and community networks in and around Providence, means a relatively small number of major employers account for the majority of physician openings statewide.

Which Rhode Island cities have the most medical doctor jobs?

Providence, Newport, and Warwick have the most medical doctor openings in Rhode Island. Providence leads as the state's largest city and home to its major academic medical centers and teaching hospitals, while Pawtucket and Warwick generate consistent demand through community hospitals, outpatient clinics, and specialty practices that serve the broader Greater Providence metropolitan area.

Are there remote medical doctor jobs in Rhode Island?

Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of medical doctor openings tied to Rhode Island are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the largely in-person nature of clinical practice. The roles most likely to carry a remote or hybrid component are in telemedicine, utilization review, and medical consulting, where direct patient contact is not required for every encounter.

How can I get hired as a medical doctor in Rhode Island with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is through a residency or fellowship program affiliated with Rhode Island's teaching hospitals, particularly those connected to Brown University's Warren Alpert Medical School via the Lifespan and Care New England systems. New physicians should target transitional or preliminary positions that accept newly licensed MDs, pursue locum tenens placements at community health centers across the state, and ensure board eligibility is current, as Rhode Island employers consistently require it even for entry-level attending roles.

Where can I find and apply to medical doctor jobs in Rhode Island?

You can find and apply to medical doctor jobs in Rhode Island on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your specialty and experience level, and apply directly to each one.

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