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Associate therapist jobs in Maine are concentrated at health systems like MaineHealth and Northern Light Health, community mental health centers, and rural outreach programs across Portland, Bangor, and Augusta. Maine's growing behavioral health workforce need and federally designated shortage areas make international candidates with clinical training increasingly relevant to employers seeking qualified candidates.
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MaineHealth Maine Medical Center Primary Care Kennebunk, is recruiting for an Associate Medical Director. The Associate Medical Director is a Physician or Advanced Practice Professional (APP) who will serve as the subject matter expert and will partner with administrative leaders to ensure quality of care, patient safety, patient, provider and employee satisfaction and efficient use of resources are met. The Associate Medical Director ensures policies and workflows are in compliance with MaineHealth and regulatory agency standards and procedures. The Associate Medical Director will align their individual efforts with the mission, vision, values, strategic goals, and organizational aims of MaineHealth.
Essential Functions:
- Provides clinical operations oversight of the program.
- Accountable for the development, implementation, and success of the quality and safety of the practice.
- May work closely with the residency program directors and preceptors to continue our commitment to teaching.
FTE Requirements:
0.125 Administrative FTE (0.125 will be carved out from the prospective provider’s current FTE total).
Primary Responsibilities:
- Works closely with the practice leaders and physicians/APPs to ensure the proper functioning and utilization of the practice.
- Serves as the clinical lead for protocols and workflows within the practice– helps with the development, implementation and refinement of protocols and workflows.
- Accountable for the quality and safety as well as productivity and operational efficiency within the practice.
- Responsible for implementation of MHMG policies, procedures and guidelines to ensure that clinical and regulatory work is in compliance.
- May be asked to perform peer review.
- Maintains up-to-date knowledge and expertise in the clinical aspects of the practice.
Other Skills
- Communication: Is both an effective listener and presenter of ideas. Is as interested in the ideas of others as they are in their own.
- Decision Making: Able to make decisions within the scope of the position and can anticipate ramifications. Is clear with those impacted by the decision how it is going to be made. Makes decisions based on appropriate data, in a timely fashion and communicates effectively with those impacted by the decision.
- Dealing with conflict: Is skilled at surfacing and sharpening the issues in a conflict situation and adept at resolving conflicts while tending to the needs of those involved whenever possible.
- Openness: Is appropriately transparent with others and shares information and reactions in ways that s/he wants to grow these skills in others. Also demonstrates and openness to ideas that differ from their own and encourages their expression.
- Professionalism: Models professional behavior in both clinical practice and administrative responsibilities. Demonstrates caring, respectful and compassionate attitude towards all people, and takes responsibility for personal growth.
- Other duties in mutual agreement with your medical leader.
Education and Experience
- MD/DO degree OR NP/PA Master’s degree
- Minimum of 2 years of clinical practice and supervisory experience
At MaineHealth, we recognize the value each team member brings to our organization. Total compensation packages may include, based on eligibility, recruitment payments, relocation assistance, productivity incentives, and quality incentives.
The annual base salary for a 1.00 FTE physician is $259,915. The annual base APP salary range for a 1.00 FTE, based on experience, is $116,649-$150,959.
In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offers comprehensive benefits, recognition programs and career growth opportunities.
MaineHealth is a not-for-profit integrated health system whose vision is, “Working together so our communities are the healthiest in America.” MaineHealth consists of nine local health systems, a comprehensive behavioral health care network, diagnostic services, home health agencies, and 1,700 employed clinicians working together through the MaineHealth Medical Group. With approximately 22,000 care team members, MaineHealth provides preventive care, diagnosis and treatment to 1.1 million residents in Maine and New Hampshire. MaineHealth offers a Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive and competitive benefits, along with programs and resources to meet the diverse needs of our workforce.
To learn more about our system, please visit www.mainehealth.org and our benefits page.
Hiring Scam Alert
MaineHealth will never request financial information during the interview or pre-hiring process. All legitimate communications will come from an email address ending in @mainehealth.org. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately to mhcareers@mainehealth.org.
Notice Regarding Maine Employer Surveillance Statute: Pursuant to Maine's Employer Surveillance Statute, prospective care team members are notified that MaineHealth may monitor, collect, record, review, or retain information related to the use of its systems, networks, applications, files, data, communications platforms (including notified recordings), smart badges, building access, company vehicle GPS data, business calls, and workplace security cameras.
Information collected may be used for legitimate business purposes, including security, safety, compliance, investigations, training, quality assurance, and operational management.
Description
MaineHealth Maine Medical Center Primary Care Kennebunk, is recruiting for an Associate Medical Director. The Associate Medical Director is a Physician or Advanced Practice Professional (APP) who will serve as the subject matter expert and will partner with administrative leaders to ensure quality of care, patient safety, patient, provider and employee satisfaction and efficient use of resources are met. The Associate Medical Director ensures policies and workflows are in compliance with MaineHealth and regulatory agency standards and procedures. The Associate Medical Director will align their individual efforts with the mission, vision, values, strategic goals, and organizational aims of MaineHealth.
Essential Functions:
- Provides clinical operations oversight of the program.
- Accountable for the development, implementation, and success of the quality and safety of the practice.
- May work closely with the residency program directors and preceptors to continue our commitment to teaching.
FTE Requirements:
0.125 Administrative FTE (0.125 will be carved out from the prospective provider’s current FTE total).
Primary Responsibilities:
- Works closely with the practice leaders and physicians/APPs to ensure the proper functioning and utilization of the practice.
- Serves as the clinical lead for protocols and workflows within the practice– helps with the development, implementation and refinement of protocols and workflows.
- Accountable for the quality and safety as well as productivity and operational efficiency within the practice.
- Responsible for implementation of MHMG policies, procedures and guidelines to ensure that clinical and regulatory work is in compliance.
- May be asked to perform peer review.
- Maintains up-to-date knowledge and expertise in the clinical aspects of the practice.
Other Skills
- Communication: Is both an effective listener and presenter of ideas. Is as interested in the ideas of others as they are in their own.
- Decision Making: Able to make decisions within the scope of the position and can anticipate ramifications. Is clear with those impacted by the decision how it is going to be made. Makes decisions based on appropriate data, in a timely fashion and communicates effectively with those impacted by the decision.
- Dealing with conflict: Is skilled at surfacing and sharpening the issues in a conflict situation and adept at resolving conflicts while tending to the needs of those involved whenever possible.
- Openness: Is appropriately transparent with others and shares information and reactions in ways that s/he wants to grow these skills in others. Also demonstrates and openness to ideas that differ from their own and encourages their expression.
- Professionalism: Models professional behavior in both clinical practice and administrative responsibilities. Demonstrates caring, respectful and compassionate attitude towards all people, and takes responsibility for personal growth.
- Other duties in mutual agreement with your medical leader.
Education and Experience
- MD/DO degree OR NP/PA Master’s degree
- Minimum of 2 years of clinical practice and supervisory experience
At MaineHealth, we recognize the value each team member brings to our organization. Total compensation packages may include, based on eligibility, recruitment payments, relocation assistance, productivity incentives, and quality incentives.
The annual base salary for a 1.00 FTE physician is $259,915. The annual base APP salary range for a 1.00 FTE, based on experience, is $116,649-$150,959.
In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offers comprehensive benefits, recognition programs and career growth opportunities.
MaineHealth is a not-for-profit integrated health system whose vision is, “Working together so our communities are the healthiest in America.” MaineHealth consists of nine local health systems, a comprehensive behavioral health care network, diagnostic services, home health agencies, and 1,700 employed clinicians working together through the MaineHealth Medical Group. With approximately 22,000 care team members, MaineHealth provides preventive care, diagnosis and treatment to 1.1 million residents in Maine and New Hampshire. MaineHealth offers a Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive and competitive benefits, along with programs and resources to meet the diverse needs of our workforce.
To learn more about our system, please visit www.mainehealth.org and our benefits page.
Hiring Scam Alert
MaineHealth will never request financial information during the interview or pre-hiring process. All legitimate communications will come from an email address ending in @mainehealth.org. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately to mhcareers@mainehealth.org.
Notice Regarding Maine Employer Surveillance Statute: Pursuant to Maine's Employer Surveillance Statute, prospective care team members are notified that MaineHealth may monitor, collect, record, review, or retain information related to the use of its systems, networks, applications, files, data, communications platforms (including notified recordings), smart badges, building access, company vehicle GPS data, business calls, and workplace security cameras.
Information collected may be used for legitimate business purposes, including security, safety, compliance, investigations, training, quality assurance, and operational management.
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Which visa types realistically apply to associate therapist roles in Maine?
Associate therapist roles typically qualify as specialty occupations requiring a master's degree in counseling, social work, or a related clinical field. The H-1B visa is the most common pathway, granting up to three years of initial status extendable to six, subject to an annual cap and selection process. Canadian and Mexican nationals cannot use TN visa for this role, as it is not covered under USMCA. F-1 graduates may use OPT while pursuing sponsorship.
Which companies sponsor visas for associate therapists in Maine?
MaineHealth, Northern Light Health, and Acadia Hospital in Bangor are among the larger health systems in Maine with histories of sponsoring clinical behavioral health staff. Community mental health agencies such as Spurwink and Sweetser also hire associate therapists. Federally Qualified Health Centers operating in rural Maine counties, where shortage designations apply, have additional workforce recruitment incentives that can support visa sponsorship for qualified candidates.
How to find associate therapist visa sponsorship jobs in Maine?
Migrate Mate lists associate therapist roles at Maine employers with verified visa sponsorship histories, letting you focus your search on organizations that have demonstrated willingness to sponsor. Filtering by Maine surfaces positions at health systems, community mental health centers, and rural health clinics across Portland, Bangor, Lewiston, and Augusta, helping you avoid applying to employers who have no track record of supporting international clinical hires.
Which cities in Maine have the most associate therapist sponsorship jobs?
Portland is Maine's largest metropolitan area and hosts the greatest concentration of behavioral health employers, including MaineHealth affiliates and private group practices. Bangor is the hub for eastern and northern Maine, home to Acadia Hospital and Northern Light Health. Augusta, as the state capital, has state agency and community mental health positions. Rural areas designated as Mental Health Professional Shortage Areas can also offer associate therapist openings with recruitment support.
Are there state-specific factors that affect visa sponsorship for associate therapists in Maine?
Maine faces a well-documented behavioral health workforce shortage, with many counties designated as Mental Health Professional Shortage Areas by the federal government. This shortage creates genuine employer demand for internationally trained associate therapists. Maine licensure requires supervised clinical hours that must be completed under a licensed supervisor, so candidates should confirm that an employer's sponsorship plan accounts for the supervision requirements tied to associate-level licensure before accepting an offer.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored associate therapist jobs in Maine?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.