Chief and Medical Director of Anesthesiology

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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
Chief and Medical Director of Anesthesiology
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
Site Chief/Medical Director Compensation:
Total Compensation package estimated to be $630k-$650k+, inclusive of base compensation, leadership stipend, and ample incentive opportunities (typically $50k+)
Annual $5k for professional expenses
MGB Cash Balance/pension plan valued at $15k-$40k+ annual contributions
MGB will contribute to your 403(b) up to an additional $11,000
457b deferred compensation program available
One-time Sign-On Bonus $75K on top of above
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 from 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 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)