Chief and Medical Director of Anesthesiology

Chief and Medical Director of Anesthesiology

Northampton, MassachusettsPosted 14d agoattending physician
$555,000Listed on official posting
SalaryDr Signal$525,000 physician-reported median · 14 recent reports
AnesthesiologyFull-time5 day workweek with post-call days assigned for primary calls; 40 scheduled weekly hours · 72 call shifts per year including 45 weekday and 9 weekend shifts; first and second call shifts with post-call day off for first call

Overview

Location
Northampton, Massachusetts
Schedule
5 day workweek with post-call days assigned for primary calls; 40 scheduled weekly hours · 72 call shifts per year including 45 weekday and 9 weekend shifts; first and second call shifts with post-call day off for first call
Employer-listed pay
$555,000

Listed on official posting

Practice
Community hospital within a major health system integrated service line · Community hospital

Role summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Chief and Medical Director of Anesthesiology for Cooley Dickinson Hospital with a leadership role including clinical operations and team management. The compensation includes a base salary of $545,000-$555,000, leadership stipend, bonuses, 10 weeks PTO, call schedule of 72 shifts per year, and comprehensive benefits including retirement and relocation incentives.

What the posting highlights

  • Direct leadership and collaboration with Associate Medical Director and perioperative leaders
  • Patient population: General community population served at Cooley Dickinson Hospital
  • APP collaboration or supervision is noted

SalaryDr summary based on the original posting

Posted base pay vs physician-reported total comp

Posted pay$555k
Physician-reported total comp$500k–$550k · $525k median
$493kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$562k

One shared annual scale compares the source-listed range with what 14 physicians report earning (state cohort). Reported figures are total compensation; posted ranges are often base salary, so this comparison can read low.

Compensation

Employer-listed pay
$555,000
Pay context
Listed on official posting
Evidence
t of Mass General Brigham. Job Summary The salary range for this position is $5454,000 to $555,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined during the selection process and is based on a va
Observed
1 wk ago
Compensation model
Base salary plus leadership stipend, protected administrative time, and incentive/extra shifts bonuses
Bonus / incentives
Incentive/extra shifts bonus potential and leadership stipend · Opportunity to earn up to $50,000-$100,000+ annually in incentive/extra shifts bonuses plus leadership stipend
Signing bonus
$75,000
PTO
10 weeks

Benefits named in the posting

  • Significantly employer-subsidized medical/dental plans
  • Paid medical/family leave
  • Annual $5k professional expense allowance
  • Employer retirement contributions via 403(b) match and Cash Balance/pension plan
  • 457b deferred compensation program
  • Relocation incentive for eligible candidates
  • PSLF eligibility

Pay in context

Northampton, Massachusetts

Employer-posted pay shown next to what physicians report earning — compared, never blended, never scored one against the other.

Employer-posted pay
$555k/yr
Midpoint $555,000 · listed on official posting
Physician-reported median
$525k
14 physician reports · state cohort · total comp
Posted pay$555k
Physician-reported total comp$500k–$550k · $525k median
$493kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$562k

Reported pay is SalaryDr community data — total compensation, shown separately from the employer-posted range, which is often base salary only. We don't score one against the other because they measure different things.

Next steps

Employer

Mass General Brigham

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Facility & Community

Facility details
Practice setting
Community hospital within a major health system integrated service line
Facility type
Community hospital
Patient population
General community population served at Cooley Dickinson Hospital
EHR
Not stated in posting
Community snapshot
Peer median
Building sample
Active supply
Massachusetts
Full-time
Transparent pay
Not measured
SalaryDr source status
Work-life
Community hospital within a major health system integrated service line

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Questions to ask the employer

  • Is $555,000 base salary only, or expected total compensation including bonus and productivity?
  • How is the productivity component calculated (wRVU rate, threshold, reconciliation cadence), and what did physicians here actually earn from it last year?
  • Is the $75,000 signing bonus subject to repayment or clawback, and over what commitment period?

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Work Design

Schedule
5 day workweek with post-call days assigned for primary calls; 40 scheduled weekly hours
Call burden
72 call shifts per year including 45 weekday and 9 weekend shifts; first and second call shifts with post-call day off for first call
Shift type
Day shifts with 24-hour first and second call duties
Coverage model
Direct leadership and collaboration with Associate Medical Director and perioperative leaders
Admin burden
10% protected administrative time with responsibilities for quality, safety, clinical operations, recruitment, and team development
FTE
1
Supervises APPs
Yes

Visa & Eligibility

Remote
No

Source & Verification

Source
Official employer source
Salary label
Listed on official posting
First seen
1 wk ago
Last verified
yesterday
Extraction confidence
95%

Full description

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 $5454,000 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 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 5 day workweek, post-call days assigned for primary calls Base compensation of $545-$555k, with the opportunity to earn up to $50k-$100k+ annually with incentive/extra shifts Leadership Stipend Added to Base + 10% protected administrative time $75k total sign-on bonus Benefits include: 10 weeks of time off Significantly employer-subsidized medical/dental plans Paid medical/family leave Annual $5k for professional expenses Annual employer contributions towards retirement plans through 403(b) match and MGB Cash Balance/pension plan valued at $15k-$40k+, dependent on age and years of service 457b deferred compensation program available PSLF Eligibility Relocation incentive for eligible candidates 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 ~5:30pm or when released and then available by phone. Rare call-back) Why Northampton? For physicians looking for a sophisticated, vibrant community without the congestion and pace of a major city, Northampton offers an appealing alternative — with easy access throughout Western Massachusetts and into Connecticut via I-91. Located in the heart of Western Massachusetts’ Pioneer Valley, Northampton combines the energy of a college town with the accessibility and quality of life of a smaller community. Its walkable downtown is known for independent restaurants and cafés, shops, galleries, live music, theater and a thriving arts community. Just outside downtown are the Connecticut River, nearby mountain ranges, parks, bike and rail trails and year-round opportunities to get outdoors. Ready to Make a Difference? Explore the opportunity to practice in a dynamic, patient-focused environment while enjoying the benefits of a supportive, community-based setting. For more information about this role or other opportunities within our network, please contact: Chip Konowitz Senior Physician Recruiter Email: 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…