Applicants

2026–2027 Interview Season Information

Application Process:

All applications must be submitted through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS).

Application deadline: October 16, 2026
Interview season: October 19 – December 17, 2026

Interviews will be conducted using a hybrid format, offering both virtual and in-person options.

Interview Format Overview

Virtual Interviews

Virtual interviews will be conducted via Thalamus.

Schedule (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM MT):

  • 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM
    • Welcome and Program Overview
    • Program Director, Assistant Program Director, and Chief Resident
  • 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM
    • Three 30-minute interview experiences, including:
      • Program Director
      • Assistant Program Director
      • Resident interview and/or structured discussion
  • 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM
    • Virtual Open Forum with Current Residents

All virtual interview activities conclude by 5:00 PM MT.

In-Person Interviews

Location:
Full Circle Health – Caldwell Clinic
315 E Elm St., Suite 201
Caldwell, ID 83605

Schedule:

  • 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM
    • Welcome and Program Overview
    • Brief tour of the clinic and hospital
  • 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM
    • Three 30-minute interviews with:
      • Program Director
      • Assistant Program Director
      • Current Resident
  • 6:00 PM
    • Informal In-Person Social (location provided on interview day)

The evening social is open to all interviewed applicants, including those who interviewed virtually. We strongly encourage spouses, significant others, and family members to attend to experience the community and connect with residents and their families in an informal setting.

2026 Interview Dates

Virtual:

  • October 19
  • October 26
  • November 9
  • November 16
  • December 7
  • December 14

In-Person:

  • October 29
  • November 5
  • November 19
  • December 3
  • December 10
  • December 17

We look forward to connecting with you during the upcoming interview season.

Community Visits

We recognize that selecting a residency program involves both professional and personal considerations. If you plan to be in the area and would like a community or facility tour, please contact Michelle Miller-Burgess (see contact information below). We are pleased to arrange visits when it is feasible.


Thalamus Information

We utilize Thalamus as our official interview management platform. All interview invitations, scheduling notifications, and program communications will be sent through Thalamus-generated email.

Both virtual interviews and interview-day communications are conducted exclusively within the Thalamus system. Applicants are strongly encouraged to monitor their email (including spam or filtered folders) to ensure timely receipt of all correspondence.


SALARY

R1 | $69,316
R2 | $72,157
R3 | $74,998

Resident Eligibility and Selection
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Resident Eligibility and Selection Criteria

Our program adheres to the following selection standards:

  • Applications are accepted only through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS). Applicants must coordinate submission directly through their medical school.
  • International Medical Graduates (IMGs) must have passing scores on USMLE Step 1 and Step 2 at the time of application.
  • Applicants should be no more than two years from graduation from medical school at the time of application.
  • Three letters of recommendation are required. At least one letter must be from a Family Medicine physician with whom the applicant has worked directly.
  • IMGs must demonstrate fluency in both written and spoken English.
  • Our residency program does not sponsor or support visas of any kind.
  • IMGs must verify that their medical school is approved for licensure in Idaho through the Idaho State Board of Medicine. Applicants may contact the Board directly at (208) 327-7000. If a medical school is not approved for licensure in Idaho, the application cannot be considered.

We encourage all applicants to carefully review these requirements prior to submission to ensure eligibility.

Direct Inquiries:

Michelle Miller-Burgess
Caldwell FM Residency Program Coordinator
P: (208) 514-2500 x5416
MichelleMiller-Burgess@FullCircleIdaho.org
315 E Elm Street, Suite 201, Caldwell, ID 83605