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Mass General Brigham
Northampton, Massachusetts

Per Diem Urgent Care Physician - Pioneer Valley, No

Urgent CareIncludes callIncludes weekendsPer Diem

Listed compensation

$150-$151/hr

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Job Description

Site: Mass General Brigham Medical Group Western Massachusetts, 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

Per Diem Urgent Care Physician - Pioneer Valley, Northampton, MA

Qualifications

Join our Community: Per-diem Urgent Care Physician Opportunity – Pioneer Valley Region (Western), MA

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Board Certified /Board-Eligible (BC/BE) Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine or Med-Peds physician for a full-time, part-time or per diem opportunity covering our Urgent Care Centers in the Pioneer Valley region of Massachusetts. Located in the scenic Connecticut River Valley, this area is home to vibrant communities, top-rated universities, and access to outdoor recreation, all while being within driving distance to Boston and New York City.

Join our team and enjoy a flexible schedule in a collaborative, team-based care environment with excellent compensation. This role offers the chance to apply your emergency department experience and skills in a fast-paced setting, where you will care for a wide range of patients presenting with highly acute illness, injury, or in need of a procedure.

What You’ll Do

As part of our dedicated Urgent Care group, you will join a collegial team in our Northampton clinic, with additional cross coverage at other sites located in Amherst, Southampton, and Greenfield — giving you the chance to experience the best of western Massachusetts while providing top-notch care.

With shifts typically ranging from 8 to 12 hours, you'll enjoy a balanced schedule while meeting the diverse needs of our communities.

This role includes Advance Practitioner orientation, onboarding, oversight, and ongoing training.

This role offers a true small-town community feel, backed by the robust support and resources of Mass General Brigham.

Our Greenfield location only, conducts Department of Transportation examinations. Expectation that the provider become DOT certified within six months of their start date.

Northampton/Amherst/ Southampton Schedules

  • Monday to Friday: 8:00am to 8:00pm
  • Saturday/ Sunday: 9am to 5:00pm

Greenfield Schedule

Monday to Friday: 8:00am to 4:00pm

Why Choose Mass General Brigham?

Join an integrated healthcare system recognized for its excellence in patient care, research, and education. As part of Mass General Brigham, you’ll benefit from:

  • A competitive salary with a transparent and rewarding compensation plan.
  • A comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and malpractice coverage.
  • Flexible work schedules to meet your personal and professional needs, with options for both full-time and part-time roles.
  • Dedicated after-hours and weekend call support, ensuring a sustainable work environment.

Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program as part of our not-for-profit, 501(c)(3) designation.

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:
  • Melissa Smith, Physician Recruiter
  • Email: mksmith@bwh.harvard.edu

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

This is a per diem position. Hourly pay is $150.00-$151.00 per hour/shift, depending on the type and timing of shifts worked. 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: 30 Locust Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

Employee Type

Per Diem

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

EEO Statement

1920 Mass General Brigham Medical Group Western Massachusetts, 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.

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level.

The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success.

These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.

Key Responsibilities

Provide high-quality urgent care to patients presenting with acute illnesses or injuries across multiple clinic locations. Conduct clinical assessments, perform procedures, and provide oversight and training for advanced practitioners.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Acute illness managementInjury managementClinical oversightMedical procedures

Urgent Care — Physician Career Context

Of the 40 active Urgent Care listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 90% have no call, 60% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Massachusetts is 105.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.2% of Massachusetts clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Urgent Care market look like in Massachusetts?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedUrgent Care median $494k (middle half $447k–$582k)47 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost of livingMassachusetts index 105.8US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Urgent Care listings in Massachusetts5 active338 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 3% remote · 90% no call · 60% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentloan repaymentMassachusetts Physician listings: 17% state a sign-on bonus (median $75k) · 13% offer loan repayment618 active listings, Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top contract/1099 Urgent Care Jobs

39 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

36 jobs · 13 employers
8
<$345k
21
$345k-390k
2
$390k-435k
2
$435k-480k
3
$480k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

37 jobs · 13 employers
401k / retirement match
92% this job
CME allowance
24%
Sign-on bonus
22%
Loan repayment
11% this job
Relocation assistance
11%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Urgent Care Physician (Casual) - St. Paul Metro Urgent Care Clinics

Health Partners · Saint Paul, Minnesota

$140-$160/hr
#2

Supplemental Physician, Urgent Care (Davis, CA)

Sutter Health · Davis, California

$150-$160/hr
#3

Physician - Emergency Medicine

$275k-$900k
#4

Remote Emergency Medicine Radiologist

$550k-$650k
+ 37 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 6.2this job 3.9
Better work-life than 30% of Urgent Care listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 336 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • On-site
  • Includes call
  • Includes weekends
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About Mass General Brigham

Hospitals and Health Care
Somerville, Massachusetts
10,000+ employees

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Retirement Plans
Malpractice Coverage
Flexible Schedule
PSLF Eligible

Living in Northampton

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$507k
Typical market rent
$2,327/mo
Residents’ average commute
21 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
96.1
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Springfield, MA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.