• Director of Clinical Education

    Fenway Health (Boston, MA)


    Director of Clinical Education

     

    Boston, MA (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=1340+Boylston+St+Boston+MA+USA+02215) • Medical

     

    Job Type

     

    Full-time

    Description

    Function

     

    Reporting to the Medical Director of Primary Care (MDPC), the Director of Clinical Education provides leadership and oversight for medical education and clinical training programs across Fenway Health. This includes supervising internal medicine (IM) and family medicine (FM) residents and fellows who rotate through Fenway Health, coordinating precepting schedules, and facilitating interdisciplinary learning experiences.

     

    This position plays a central role in building a vibrant learning culture that reflects Fenway’s values of equity, excellence, and patient-centered care. The Director of Clinical Education works closely with The Fenway Institute (TFI)’s Education Center to ensure the sharing and coordination of educational materials and serves as a connector between medical staff and education leads in other clinical departments, including Behavioral Health, Psychiatry, Dental, and Optometry.

    Representative Duties

    Administrative Leadership (11 hours/week)

     

    + Provides strategic leadership and direct supervision for Internal Medicine and Family Medicine residents and fellows rotating through Fenway Health

    + Oversees and advances the design, coordination, and evaluation of clinical training and educational programs for internal medicine and family medicine residents

    + Develops and manages precepting structures, including assignment of preceptors, scheduling, and continuous quality improvement of precepting sessions

    + Participates in the recruitment, selection and onboarding process for new medical providers

    + Partners with education leads across departments (e.g., BH, Psych, Dental, Optometry) to develop interdisciplinary learning opportunities

    + Serves as primary liaison to academic institutions and external medical training programs, ensuring alignment with Fenway Health’s educational mission and standards

    + Chairs the Medical Education Steering Committee to define vision, structure, and evaluation of medical education initiatives across all clinical departments

    + Collaborates with The Fenway Institute Education Center to align and share educational resources and curriculum, and promote organizational learning

    + Champions inclusive, trauma-informed, and equity-centered learning environments that reflect Fenway’s values and commitment to health equity

    + Leads the professional development of teaching faculty and clinician educators through coaching, mentorship, and structured learning opportunities

    + Identifies, evaluates, and integrates innovative training methods, including case-based learning, simulation, and real-time feedback models

    + Directs the development of continuing education offerings that address the evolving needs of both clinicians and trainees

    + Serves as an active member of the medical department’s leadership team, contributing to strategic planning and continuous improvement initiatives as requested by the MDPC or CMO

    + Partners with MDPC, DCEI, and Floor Leads to ensure alignment between education goals and operational workflows

     

    Clinical Care (26.5 hours/week)

     

    + Provides high-quality, inclusive primary care to a diverse patient panel

    + Supervises learners and trainees during clinical sessions and precepting blocks

    + Provides timely and complete documentation in the EMR

    + Participates in case review, peer supervision, and clinical education forums

    + Maintains required credentials and clinical privileges

    Requirements

    + MD or DO degree with active Massachusetts licensure

    + Board certification in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or Med/Peds

    + Experience supervising medical residents, fellows, or students

    + Demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusive clinical education

    + Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills

    + Clinical experience in LGBTQIA+ affirming care and community health strongly preferred

     

    Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

     

    + OSHA Category 1: Involves exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues

    + Requires sitting, standing, walking, and use of hands for clinical and administrative tasks

    + Occasional lifting of objects up to 25 lbs

    + Vision requirements include close, distance, peripheral vision, and depth perception

     

    We offer competitive salaries, and for those who qualify, an excellent benefits package; including comprehensive medical and dental insurance plans, generous paid time off, commuter benefits, and more.

     

    LGBTQIA+ identified persons, Black, Indigenous, and other people of color (BIPOC), and individuals from other historically underrepresented communities are strongly encouraged to apply.

    Salary Description

    220,000-277-500