Part-time Palliative Care Physician
Overview
- Location
- Newton, Massachusetts
- Schedule
- 24 hours per week, day shift · No traditional call schedule
- Employer-listed pay
- $142,000 – $178,000
- Practice
- Inpatient consultation · Community teaching hospital (not-for-profit, 501(c)(3))
Listed on official posting
Role summary
Part-time inpatient palliative care consultation physician role at Newton-Wellesley Hospital (Mass General Brigham), a community teaching hospital in Newton, MA, with no traditional call schedule and 24 scheduled weekly hours. Salary range is $142,000–$178,000 annually with eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
What the posting highlights
- Interdisciplinary team including physicians, APPs, nurses, social workers, chaplains, and care coordinators
- Care setting: Inpatient only
- Patient population: Patients with serious and complex illnesses requiring symptom management, goals-of-care discussions, and advance care planning
- Teaching or an academic practice setting is noted
SalaryDr summary based on the original posting
Posted base pay vs physician-reported total comp
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Compensation
- Employer-listed pay
- $142,000 – $178,000
- Pay context
- Listed on official posting
- Evidence
- eman@mgb.org Additional Job Details (if applicable) The salary range for this position is $142,000 to $178,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined during the selection process and is based on a va
- Observed
- 3 mo ago
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Pay in context
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Employer
Mass General Brigham
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Facility & Community
- Practice setting
- Inpatient consultation
- Facility type
- Community teaching hospital (not-for-profit, 501(c)(3))
- Patient population
- Patients with serious and complex illnesses requiring symptom management, goals-of-care discussions, and advance care planning
- EHR
- Not stated in posting
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Questions to ask the employer
- Is $142,000–$178,000 base salary only, or expected total compensation including bonus and productivity?
- The posted pay sits below what 6 Pain Management physicians report (region median $490,000) — what closes that gap: productivity upside, bonus, equity, or schedule?
- At 0.6 FTE, how do compensation, benefits, and call scale — and is moving to 1.0 FTE an option later?
- How many weeks of PTO and CME time are included, and is unused time paid out?
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Work Design
- Schedule
- 24 hours per week, day shift
- Call burden
- No traditional call schedule
- Shift type
- Day
- Inpatient / outpatient
- Inpatient only
- Coverage model
- Interdisciplinary team including physicians, APPs, nurses, social workers, chaplains, and care coordinators
- Admin burden
- Contribution to quality improvement initiatives and education mentioned; otherwise clinically focused
- FTE
- 0.6
- Teaching
- Yes
- Research
- No
- Supervises APPs
- Yes
Visa & Eligibility
- Remote
- No
Source & Verification
- Source
- Official employer source
- Salary label
- Listed on official posting
- First seen
- 3 mo ago
- Last verified
- 4 days ago
- Extraction confidence
- 72%
Full description
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
Part-time Palliative Care Physician
Qualifications
Join Our Community: Palliative Care Physician in Newton, MA
Mass General Brigham is seeking a part-time Board Certified or Board Eligible Hospice and Palliative Medicine Physician to join the well-established Palliative Care team at Newton-Wellesley Hospital, a nationally recognized community teaching hospital affiliated with Mass General Brigham.
This is an excellent opportunity to provide compassionate, interdisciplinary care while working alongside experienced physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, social workers, chaplains, and care coordinators dedicated to improving quality of life for patients and families facing serious illness.
About the Opportunity:
- Provide inpatient palliative care consultation services to patients with serious and complex illnesses, focusing on symptom management, goals-of-care discussions, and advance care planning.
- Collaborate closely with hospitalists, specialists, nurses, social workers, chaplains, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care.
- Contribute to quality improvement initiatives, education, and the continued growth of palliative care services within the hospital.
- Enjoy a collaborative practice environment and flexible schedule that supports professional fulfillment and work-life balance. There is no traditional call schedule.
Benefits include:
- A competitive salary with a transparent and rewarding compensation plan.
- A comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and malpractice coverage.
- Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program as part of our not-for-profit, 501(c)(3) designation.
Why Newton?
Newton, MA, is a vibrant and highly desirable community just west of Boston, known for its excellent schools, tree-lined neighborhoods, and strong sense of community. With easy access to Boston’s cultural attractions, renowned universities, and abundant outdoor recreation, Newton offers an exceptional quality of life for individuals and families alike. Newton-Wellesley Hospital combines the warmth and accessibility of a community hospital with the resources and innovation of Mass General Brigham.
About Us
Mass General Brigham is a leader in healthcare innovation, comprising 16 member institutions, including world-class academic medical centers, specialty and community hospitals, and a robust physician network. With over 1,180 physicians and 534 Advanced Practitioners across 78 locations, we are dedicated to transforming patient care. At Mass General Brigham, our patients come first.
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:
Kailey Wiseman
Physician Recruiter
Email: kwiseman@mgb.org
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
The salary range for this position is $142,000 to $178,000 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.
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
2014 Washington Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
24
Employee Type
Regular