Family Medicine Physician
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Job Description
Dartmouth Health Cheshire Medical Center is seeking a BC/BE Family Medicine physician to join our primary care team in beautiful Keene, New Hampshire. If you value team-based care, strong nursing support, and a schedule that lets you thrive both in and out of the office, this opportunity was built with you in mind.
Our family medicine practice is located directly on the Cheshire Medical Center campus, giving physicians seamless access to hospital services and specialty departments right next door. This is a deeply community-rooted practice, and physician and staff well-being isn't an afterthought here — it's a strategic priority for the organization.
This is a 100% outpatient role with reasonable, manageable on-call responsibilities, so you can focus on what matters most: your patients and your own sustainability in medicine.
The Opportunity
The ideal candidate is comfortable delivering acute care, preventive care, and chronic disease management across all ages. You'll have the chance to build lasting relationships with patients and their families, providing the kind of continuous, comprehensive care that brought many of us into family medicine in the first place.
Position Highlights
- Outpatient only — no inpatient responsibilities
- Full-time schedule — 32 patient-facing hours per week
- Generous visit times — 50 minutes for new patients, 25 minutes for follow-ups
- Manageable volume — 18 patients per day
- Phone-only call — supported by a nursing team that triages calls
Requirements
- Completion of an ACGME-accredited family medicine residency
- BC/BE in family medicine
- Ability to obtain/maintain a New Hampshire medical license
Why Work at Cheshire Medical Center?
Cheshire Medical Center, a member of the world-class Dartmouth Health system, advances the health and wellness of the communities throughout the Monadnock Region through a combination of outstanding, compassionate care and exceptional service. From primary care and over 160 inpatient beds, to a broad range of specialties, we’re large enough to serve our community while maintaining a personal touch.
- Four-star quality rating from CMS for high-quality, safe, patient-centered care
- Accredited as an ACS Surgical Quality Partner
- Gold Seal of Approval from The Joint Commission
Our CEO, Joseph Perras, MD, was named to Becker’s Hospital Review’s 2026 ranking of rural hospital CEOs to know.
About Keene, NH
Tucked into the scenic Connecticut River Valley, Keene is a welcoming community with something for everyone. From locally loved restaurants and lively entertainment to engaging museums and exceptional art, there’s always something to explore. Home to Keene State College, the town has a vibrant, energetic feel while still maintaining a warm, family-friendly atmosphere.
Outdoor enthusiasts will find endless opportunities to enjoy nature, with nearby trails, lakes, ponds, and mountains just waiting to be discovered. The area also celebrates a strong sense of community through sustainable agriculture, year-round festivals, unique shops, antique markets, breweries, cafés, and cozy coffee spots.
Key Responsibilities
The physician will provide comprehensive primary care, including acute, preventive, and chronic disease management for patients of all ages. Responsibilities include maintaining a full-time outpatient schedule with manageable patient volumes and participating in a phone-only call rotation.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Family Medicine — Physician Career Context
The cost-of-living index for New Hampshire is 104.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.5% of New Hampshire clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Family Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 10% are remote, 40% have no call, 56% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.9 / 10 · top 25% in family medicine | ranked against 2,625 Family Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Family Medicine median $275k (middle half $265k–$306k)185 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | New Hampshire index 104.2 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Family Medicine listings in New Hampshire | 16 active | 2,622 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 10% remote · 40% no call · 56% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | New Hampshire physician listings (all specialties): 20% state a sign-on bonus · 5% offer loan repayment180 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| Family Medicine hiring demand | #10 of 28 specialties | postings stay open a median 38 daysWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 857 postings, 907 closed |
| New Family Medicine listings | 2,281 in the last 30 days | 1,316 the 30 days before (+73%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Family Medicine pay trend | +1.7% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Family Medicine Physician at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Health a 6.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Family Medicine — ranked against 2,625 active Family Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc.
Location & Logistics
New Hampshire has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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