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Mass General Brigham
Northampton, MA
Site: Mass General Brigham Medical Group, Inc. Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. Job Summary The salary range for this position is $545,000 to $555,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined during the selection process and is based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, education, and internal equity. At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience, if applicable, education, certifications, and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, and bonuses as applicable, designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Physician Recruitment team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package. Qualifications Mass General Brigham Community Anesthesiology | Cooley Dickinson Hospital | Northampton, Massachusetts Lead locally. Shape the future of the practice. Be an important part of Mass General Brigham leading patient care Mass General Brigham Community Anesthesiology is seeking an experienced anesthesiologist to serve as Chief and Medical Director of Anesthesiology at Cooley Dickinson Hospital (CDH) in Northampton, Massachusetts. This is an opportunity to assume meaningful physician leadership while continuing to practice in a highly collaborative community hospital environment. The Chief and Medical Director will have a direct voice in how anesthesia services are staffed, scheduled, developed and delivered at Cooley Dickinson — with responsibility for quality and safety, clinical operations, recruitment, team development and future program growth. The role reports to both the President and Chief Operating Officer of Cooley Dickinson Hospital and the MGB Chair of Anesthesiology and is part of the broader Mass General Brigham integrated anesthesiology service line. Cooley Dickinson offers something increasingly difficult to find: the relationships and influence of a community-based practice with the connection and resources of a major health system. MGB describes Cooley Dickinson as combining high-quality local care with the resources of Mass General Brigham while maintaining the familiarity of a community hospital. A Leadership Role With Real Impact We are seeking a clinically strong, collaborative physician leader who enjoys bringing people together, improving how care is delivered and building high-performing teams. The successful candidate will be energized by the opportunity to lead an established anesthesia practice while helping define its next chapter. The Chief and Medical Director will help shape both the day-to-day practice and its long-term direction, partnering closely with anesthesiologists, CRNAs, surgeons, nursing, perioperative leaders and hospital leadership. Key areas of leadership include: Providing direction and collaborating with Associate Medical Director to ensure efficient appropriate staffing and resource allocation Helping establish an equitable and sustainable practice environment Partnering with surgical and perioperative leaders as well as hospital and MGB Anesthesiology leaders to optimize OR operations, efficiency and patient care Leading quality, safety and performance-improvement efforts Participating in strategic planning, program development and clinical growth Representing Cooley Dickinson in broader MGB Anesthesiology initiatives Helping shape the future team through leading recruitment, hiring, managing and mentoring anesthesiologists and CRNAs The department has specifically designed the role to include responsibility for clinical operations, growth planning, recruitment, quality and safety, OR performance and team leadership. Compensation & Benefits Compensation: Base compensation of $545-$555k, with the opportunity to earn up to $50k-$100k+ annually with incentive/extra shifts Annual $5k for professional expenses MGB Cash Balance/pension plan valued at $15k-$40k+ MGB will contribute to your 403(b) up to an additional $11,000 457b deferred compensation program available Sign-On Bonus $75K Leadership Stipend Added to Base + 10% protected administrative time Total compensation package $577K - $621K Benefits 10 weeks Paid Time Off 10 Holidays Significant employer-subsidized medical/dental plans Paid medical/family leave Relocation incentive for eligible candidates PSLF Eligibility (Full-time role) Call Expectations 72 call shifts per year (45 weekday/9 total weekends) 9 first call / 9 second call shifts per quarter First call: 24 hours (home/pager call with ~20-minute return time as needed) + post call day off (Mon – Thurs & Sun call shifts) Second call: 24 hours (onsite until ~3:30 pm or when released and then available by phone. Rare call-back) Qualifications MD or DO degree Completion of an accredited Anesthesiology residency program Board certified or board eligible through the American Board of Anesthesiology Eligible for medical licensure in the state of Massachusetts Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Commitment to providing safe, compassionate, high-quality patient care Ability to work successfully within a multidisciplinary team Why Northampton? For physicians looking for a vibrant community without the congestion and pace of a major city, Northampton is an exceptional place to build both a career and a life, with convenient access throughout Western Massachusetts and into Connecticut. It is a safe and wonderful place to raise a family and offers exceptional school systems. Located in the heart of Western Massachusetts’ Pioneer Valley, Northampton offers the energy and amenities of a college town with the accessibility and quality of life of a smaller community. The area offers a walkable downtown filled with independent restaurants and cafés, shops, galleries, live music and theater. Just outside downtown, the Connecticut River, nearby mountains, parks, bike and rail trails provide year-round opportunities to get outdoors. We are located just minutes form the mountains of Vermont, 1 1/5 hours from Boston, 3 hours from NYC, and just 4 hours from Montreal. Come see what the Pioneer Valley has to offer! Interested in Learning More? We would welcome the opportunity to tell you more about the practice and what it means to build your career within Mass General Brigham Community Anesthesiology. Chip Konowitz Senior Physician Recruiter JKonowitz@mgb.org Additional Job Details (if applicable) Remote Type Onsite Work Location 30 Locust Street Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Day (United States of America) EEO Statement: 0400 Mass General Brigham Medical Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642. 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