Chair Vascular Surgery

Chair Vascular Surgery

Lahey ClinicPosted 1mo agoattending physician
$650,000Listed on official posting
SalaryDr Signal$615,000 physician-reported median · 52 recent reports
Vascular SurgeryFull-time

Overview

Location
Lahey Clinic
Employer-listed pay
$650,000

Listed on official posting

Practice
Academic medical center · Tertiary academic medical center

Role summary

The position is for a Division Chair of Vascular Surgery at an academic tertiary medical center responsible for leadership in clinical care, education, research, and operational management. Compensation includes a base salary plus possible performance-based incentives related to productivity and quality.

What the posting highlights

  • Patient population: Regional vascular surgery patients in Massachusetts and broader region
  • Research or clinical-trial participation is noted
  • Teaching or an academic practice setting is noted
  • APP collaboration or supervision is noted

SalaryDr summary based on the original posting

Posted base pay vs physician-reported total comp

Posted pay$650k
Physician-reported total comp$559k–$743k · $615k median
$537kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$765k

One shared annual scale compares the source-listed range with what 52 physicians report earning (national cohort). Reported figures are total compensation; posted ranges are often base salary, so this comparison can read low.

Compensation

Employer-listed pay
$650,000
Pay context
Listed on official posting
Evidence
nizational goals Familiarity with quality and patient‑experience metrics used within LHMC Pay Range: $650,000.00 USD - $700,000.00 USD The pay range listed for this position is the annual base salary ran
Observed
1 mo ago
Compensation model
Annual base salary with eligibility for performance-based incentive compensation including productivity and quality bonuses
Bonus / incentives
Performance-based incentive compensation including productivity and quality bonuses

Pay in context

Lahey Clinic

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Employer-posted pay
$650k/yr
Midpoint $650,000 · listed on official posting
Physician-reported median
$615k
52 physician reports · national cohort · total comp
Posted pay$650k
Physician-reported total comp$559k–$743k · $615k median
$537kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$765k

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Next steps

Employer

Beth Israel Lahey Health (MA)

Beth Israel Lahey Health (MA)

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Facility & Community

Lahey Clinic
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Facility
Tertiary academic medical center
Market
National
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Facility details
Practice setting
Academic medical center
Facility type
Tertiary academic medical center
Patient population
Regional vascular surgery patients in Massachusetts and broader region
EHR
Not stated in posting
Community snapshot
Peer median
Building sample
Active supply
National
Full-time
Transparent pay
Not measured
SalaryDr source status
Work-life
Academic medical center

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Questions to ask the employer

  • Is $650,000 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?
  • What is the call schedule, and is call compensated separately or built into the base?
  • How many weeks of PTO and CME time are included, and is unused time paid out?

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Work Design

Admin burden
Includes strategic planning, operational performance management, day-to-day management, overseeing credentialing, performance evaluations, development plans, and compensation processes
Teaching
Yes
Research
Yes
Supervises APPs
Yes

Visa & Eligibility

Remote
No

Source & Verification

Source
Official employer source
Salary label
Listed on official posting
First seen
1 mo ago
Last verified
2 days ago
Extraction confidence
90%

Full description

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives. Job Description Position Summary Lahey Hospital & Medical Center (LHMC), a nationally recognized tertiary academic medical center and home of the UMass Chan-Lahey Regional Medical School Campus, is seeking an accomplished physician leader to serve as Division Chair of Vascular Surgery. This is a highly visible, transformational leadership opportunity to define the strategic direction, clinical excellence, and continued growth of a premier vascular program serving Massachusetts and the broader region. The Division Chair of Vascular Surgery will lead the next era of clinical innovation, market expansion, and operational advancement. In close partnership with clinical and administrative leaders, this individual will guide strategic planning, operational performance, and day‑to‑day management, ensuring the delivery of exceptional, patient‑centered vascular care aligned with LHMC’s academic and regional mission. Key Areas of Focus Patient Focus Champion a culture of uncompromising quality, safety, innovation, and evidence‑based care. Drive superior clinical outcomes by integrating cutting-edge vascular surgical care, multidisciplinary collaboration, national guidelines, outcomes benchmarks, and continuous improvement initiatives. Enhance patient access and experience through operational efficiency, streamlined processes, and consistently high service standards. Collaborate closely with Quality and Safety to identify improvement opportunities and strengthen the patient and family experience. Education Focus Track record of mentorship of faculty that are interested in training residents and medical students Commitment to develop residency and fellowship training programs in vascular and endovascular surgery Actively oversee the Clerkship development and deployment for third and fourth year medical students Foster an environment of academic enrichment for all residents and students Operational Focus Lead the development and execution of operational and capital plans that support both current needs and future program expansion. Evaluate and elevate key performance metrics including patient access, satisfaction, outcomes, staff engagement, and financial performance. Articulate and advance a compelling vision for the Division of Vascular Surgery aligned with LHMC and BILH strategic priorities. Foster a data‑driven culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous progress. Leadership Focus Building an academic program with commitment to research and surgical education. Encourage innovation and support initiatives that strengthen the division’s clinical capabilities and service delivery. Serve as a trusted clinical resource to colleagues, trainees, and multidisciplinary partners. Strengthen communication and integration across departments, clinical services, and community partners. Maintain active engagement in clinical and scientific developments to ensure the division remains at the forefront of innovation. Build strong partnerships across LHMC and BILH to support system-wide goals and integrated care models. Model LHMC’s purpose statement and values, creating healthier communities, one person at a time, through seamless care and groundbreaking science, driven by excellence, innovation and equity. Staffing & Talent Development Build an environment where physicians, providers, leadership, and staff thrive both professionally and personally. Recruit, retain, and develop outstanding vascular surgeons and advanced practice providers, ensuring the division attracts and sustains top-tier talent. Cultivate robust mentorship, supporting leadership development and lifelong learning. Oversee credentialing, performance evaluations, development plans, and compensation processes in alignment with institutional standards. Promote a respectful, inclusive work environment grounded in equity, professionalism, and psychological safety. Oversee performance evaluations, development plans, and compensation processes in alignment with institutional standards. Required Qualifications Education Requirements M.D. or D.O. (or international equivalent) , board certified/ board eligible Vascular Surgeon , and eligibility for a Massachusetts license. Experience A minimum of 5 years of medical practice with demonstrated leadership qualities and evidence of leading initiatives with significant impact. Skills, Knowledge & Abilities Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities Deep understanding of healthcare delivery, quality, and safety standards Ability to build consensus, lead teams, and drive organizational goals Familiarity with quality and patient‑experience metrics used within LHMC Pay Range $650,000.00 USD - $700,000.00 USD The pay range listed for this position is the annual base salary range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation may be determined based on several factors, that may include education, training, relevant experience, specialty, geography of work location, productivity, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. In addition to base compensation, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentive compensation, which may include productivity and quality bonuses. As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment. More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled