Physician Recruitment Firm · Maine
Physician Recruiters in Maine
MedStaff Nationwide is a national physician recruitment firm. We recruit physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other clinicians for hospitals, health systems, and practices across Maine. Contingency search, a 27-day average time-to-fill, and a replacement guarantee on every placement.
We stand behind every placement — any candidate who doesn't complete onboarding is replaced at no cost.
Our work in Maine
What we are recruiting in Maine right now
We are currently running 6 active clinical searches in Maine for psychiatrists, family nurse practitioners, family medicine physicians, and nurse practitioners, in markets including Lubec, Bar Harbor, Eagle Lake, and Eastport. Posted compensation on these searches ranges from $60k–$290k.
Every Maine search is led by a dedicated recruiter who knows the local licensing process, the competing employers, and what it takes to relocate a clinician into the market.
The Maine market
The Maine clinical labor market at a glance
MedStaff Nationwide has placed 2 clinicians with 2 organizations in Maine since 2026, including in Eastport, across psychiatric nurse practitioner, physician assistant, and primary care. The benchmarks below are what we use to price and pace a Maine search before it opens.
Across 17 specialties we recruit, per the NPI Registry
Since 2026
Including Eastport
Compensation benchmarks in Maine
Annual wages by occupation, alongside posted compensation on our open Maine searches.
| Occupation | Median | Mean | Our open searches |
|---|---|---|---|
| Family medicine physicians | $239,870 | $239,970 | $210k–$230k |
| General internal medicine physicians | $316,880 | $349,150 | — |
| Psychiatrists | $300,180 | $275,050 | $250k–$290k |
| Pediatricians | $245,920 | $243,380 | — |
| Nurse practitioners | $130,260 | $134,210 | $120k–$140k |
| Physician assistants | $131,170 | $134,690 | — |
| Nurse anesthetists (CRNAs) | $247,470 | $259,370 | — |
| Nurse midwives | $133,270 | $131,090 | — |
| Mental health and substance abuse counselors | $59,970 | $63,370 | — |
| Dentists | $209,200 | $237,360 | — |
| Dental hygienists | $97,680 | $96,440 | $60k–$85k |
| Physical therapists | $99,720 | $97,950 | — |
| Occupational therapists | $84,310 | $87,900 | — |
| Speech-language pathologists | $82,660 | $83,690 | — |
| Registered nurses | $86,990 | $91,700 | — |
| Licensed practical nurses | $73,200 | $72,110 | — |
| Veterinarians | $130,600 | $136,620 | — |
Licensed providers in Maine
Individual providers with a Maine practice address, by primary specialty.
| Specialty | Licensed providers |
|---|---|
| Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner | 470 |
| Family Nurse Practitioner | 1,265 |
| Adult Nurse Practitioner | 164 |
| Physician Assistant | 968 |
| Family Medicine Physician | 1,168 |
| Internal Medicine Physician | 599 |
| Psychiatrist | 327 |
| Pediatrician | 310 |
| CRNA | 533 |
| Psychologist | 259 |
| Therapist (LCSW/LMSW/LPC) | 3,661 |
| Midwife | 58 |
| Dentist | 519 |
| Dental Hygienist | 412 |
| Physical Therapist | 1,684 |
| Occupational Therapist | 1,294 |
| Speech-Language Pathologist | 1,162 |
Sources: compensation from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 state estimates ($239,200+ marks a BLS top-coded figure; the actual wage is higher); provider counts from the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPI Registry), individual providers by primary taxonomy. Placement figures are MedStaff Nationwide records for Maine client organizations.
Shortage areas in Maine
Health professional shortage areas in Maine
The federal government designates health professional shortage areas (HPSAs) where there are too few clinicians for the population. As of October 15, 2026, HRSA lists 102 primary care shortage areas in Maine, covering 277,604 people. Removing them would take 39 more primary care physicians. The state's 82 mental health shortage areas would need 21 more psychiatrists and other mental health providers.
39 more physicians needed to remove them
21 more psychiatrists and mental health providers needed
73 more dentists needed
Run by 20 FQHCs and look-alikes
What it means for a Maine search
- Loan repayment
- A practice in a shortage area can apply to become a National Health Service Corps site, and NHSC loan repayment goes first to clinicians at the highest-scoring sites. Many states run their own loan repayment programs too. For many physicians, that outweighs a higher base salary elsewhere.
- J-1 physicians
- Employers in shortage areas can sponsor physicians on J-1 visas through the Conrad 30 waiver program, which requires three years of full-time service at the site.
- Your site's score
- HPSA scores run from 0 to 25 for primary care and mental health and 0 to 26 for dental; the higher the score, the greater the need. Look up your site on HRSA's HPSA Find and we will build the score into the search.
Community health centers in Maine
HRSA lists 182 community health center sites in Maine, run by 20 federally qualified health centers and look-alikes. They recruit from the same physician pool as Maine's hospitals, usually with a lower base salary, and win on loan repayment, malpractice coverage under the Federal Tort Claims Act at deemed health centers, and predictable outpatient schedules.
Source: Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) shortage-area and health center site data as of October 15, 2026. Counts include designations proposed for withdrawal, which stay designated until HRSA withdraws them. Practitioners needed is HRSA's estimate of the additional clinicians required to remove every designation; its primary care formula counts physicians only, not nurse practitioners or physician assistants.
Our Process
How a Maine search runs
Deep Discovery
We start with a structured intake — understanding your clinical needs, culture, and mission.
Precision Sourcing
Drawing on our 190,000-candidate database and direct outreach, we identify the nation's top providers.
Vetting & Compliance
Every candidate is screened for credentials, references, licensure, and motivation before you ever see a résumé.
Presentation & Feedback
Expect curated shortlists, transparent timelines, and proactive updates — no surprises.
Partnership Beyond Placement
We track retention and performance post-hire and stay engaged for long-term success.
Searches in progress
Roles we are recruiting for in Maine
Psychiatrist- OP
Family Physician- OP
Primary Care Physician- OP
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner- OP
Dental Hygienist
Family Nurse Practitioner
What Clients Say
“Alyssa is amazing. Does not waste my staff's time. Very articulate and focused.”
“Great company to work with. The staff at MedStaff is reliable, professional, and knowledgeable of client needs. The process was easy and the candidates were outstanding.”
Why Employers Choose MedStaff
- Exclusive access to top-tier clinicians across every specialty
- Dedicated account manager and transparent communication
- National reach with boutique-level attention
- Proven results backed by data, not promises
FAQ
Recruiting in Maine, answered
- Do you recruit physicians in Maine?
- Yes. MedStaff Nationwide is currently running 6 active clinical searches in Maine, covering psychiatrists, family nurse practitioners, family medicine physicians, and nurse practitioners. We recruit physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other clinicians for Maine organizations on contingency.
- How much do physician recruiters cost in Maine?
- We work on contingency: no retainer and no fee unless you hire. The placement fee is a percentage of first-year base compensation, agreed in writing before the search opens, and every placement includes a replacement guarantee.
- What do physicians and advanced practice clinicians earn in Maine?
- Median annual wages in Maine from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025): family medicine physicians $239,870, psychiatrists $300,180, nurse practitioners $130,260, and physician assistants $131,170. Offers that clear the market in a competitive Maine search typically need to sit at or above these medians, and we benchmark every search against them before it opens.
- How long does a physician search in Maine take?
- Our average time-to-fill across permanent clinical searches is 27 days from signed agreement to accepted offer. Maine licensing and credentialing run in parallel with the interview process so the start date holds.
- Do you handle Maine licensing and credentialing?
- We coordinate the Maine licensing application, DEA registration, and hospital credentialing file with the candidate from the day an offer is accepted, and keep your team updated until the start date.
- How many health professional shortage areas are in Maine?
- As of October 15, 2026, HRSA lists 102 primary care, 82 mental health, and 107 dental health professional shortage areas in Maine. Removing the primary care designations would take 39 more primary care physicians, and the mental health designations 21 more psychiatrists and other mental health providers. Maine also has 182 community health center sites, run by 20 federally qualified health centers and look-alikes.
- Have you placed clinicians in Maine before?
- Yes. MedStaff Nationwide has placed 2 clinicians with 2 organizations in Maine since 2026, including in Eastport, across psychiatric nurse practitioner, physician assistant, and primary care.
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