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Thank you for your interest in the Thundermist Family Medicine Residency!

We welcome applications from both allopathic and osteopathic candidates through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) and offer four PGY-1 positions at our Woonsocket health center.

Our ERAS number is: 1204300001

Applicant Criteria

  • Candidates must pass USMLE or COMLEX Step 2 prior to February 1, 2027.
  • Candidates who completed medical training before June 2025 must have recent, hands-on, U.S. clinical or equivalent experience.
  • All candidates must be eligible for employment at Thundermist Health Center at the time of hire, including completion of a standard background check.
  • All candidates must qualify for a limited medical license through the Rhode Island Board of Medical Licensure and Discipline and the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine.
  • Candidates graduating from a medical school outside of the United States or Canada prior to 2027 must have a complete, valid ECFMG certificate at the time of application.
  • Candidates graduating from a medical school outside of the United States or Canada in 2027 must have successfully passed USMLE Step 2 CK and Step 2 CS at the time of application and be eligible for the ECFMG certificate at time of graduation.

How to Apply

  • Submit your completed application through the Electronic Residency Application System.
  • We have no specific requirements for your personal statement but hope to learn why you are choosing family medicine.
  • Three letters of recommendation are required. At least one should be from a family medicine or primary care physician.
  • USMLE or COMLEX score
  • ECFMG Certificate, if applicable
  • You must also register for the National Resident Matching Program.

Additional Information

  • Interviews for the 2026-27 recruitment cycle will be conducted virtually.
  • Only ERAS applications will be accepted.
  • We do not currently have a graduation year cut off. However, applicants must demonstrate recent US clinical experience or equivalent.
  • All candidates will be selected through the NRMP match.
  • We have no minimum score requirements for the USMLE or COMLEX exams, passing on the first attempt is preferred.
  • Applicant must be legally able to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor visas for the 2026-27 recruitment cycle.

Family Medicine Residency Stipends and Benefits

At Thundermist, we are committed to supporting our residents with a competitive stipend and benefits package that aligns with our mission of fostering well-rounded, patient-centered physicians. Resident stipends are structured as follows:

PGY-1

$71,240

PGY-2

$73,240

PGY-3

$75,240
  • Benefits Overview: Residents will enjoy the same comprehensive benefits as other Thundermist providers, with specific provisions tailored to their residency needs:
  • Paid Time Off: Residents will be provided 25 days of PTO at the beginning of each academic year.
  • Continuing Medical Education: Each Resident will receive 5 CME (non-bankable) days at the start of each academic year in addition to a CME stipend, increasing by year:

PGY-1

$1,000

PGY-2

$1,250

PGY-3

$1,500
  • Job Search Allowance: PGY-3 Residents receive an additional 5 days of dedicated time to explore post-residency career opportunities.

Comprehensive Clinician Wellness

Thundermist Health Center is dedicated to supporting the well-being of our family medicine residents through a comprehensive clinician wellness initiative.

Key elements of this program include pharmacy technicians who manage most patient refills, artificial intelligence scribes to reduce administrative burden, and cross-coverage support during PTO to ensure uninterrupted care. Our on-call nursing service takes initial patient calls, further alleviating resident workload.

To promote community and relaxation, we host regular provider wellness events. Residents also enjoy at least two half-day retreats each year focused on relaxation and team building and collaborate closely with core faculty on individualized education plans to support their professional goals.

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