MIDDLEBURY — Porter Medical Center has hired a new chief financial officer. Scott Comeau began his new role as the Middlebury hospital, rehab center and physicians network’s new associate vice president/chief financial officer last month.

Comeau has a diverse background that includes finance and operational skills, Porter officials said. Most recently, he was the CFO for VEIC, formerly known as Vermont Energy Investment Corporation. Prior to that, he served in several roles with UVM Medical Group.

He also worked with the healthcare technology firm IDX Systems, as well as New England Medical Center Hospitals.

Comeau earned his Bachelor of Science Degree from Ithaca College and a Master of Business Administration degree from Bentley University. Porter officials said he is known for his open and engaging communication style.

Comeau replaces Jenn Bertrand, who left Porter in January to become CFO at Gifford Medical Center in Randolph.