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Mass General Brigham
Hatfield, Massachusetts

Orthopedic Sports Medicine Surgeon - Mass General Brigham - Northampton, MA

Orthopedic SurgeryIncludes callFull-Time

Pay as listed: $500k-$600k · Hatfield, Massachusetts · pays below the median of 27 Orthopedic Surgeon listings (40th percentile).

Listed compensation

$500k-$600k

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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

The salary range for this position is $500,000 to $600,000 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.

Join Our Community: Orthopedic Sports Medicine Surgeon Opportunity - Northampton, MA

Qualifications

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible orthopedic surgeon to join our dynamic and skilled team. We’re particularly interested in fellowship-trained candidates in Sports Medicine, or those with a minimum of five years of dedicated experience in this field. Whether you’re an experienced orthopedic surgeon or a recent graduate, we welcome your interest.

Mass General Brigham has proudly served the Western Massachusetts community for over 140 years, offering exceptional care in a collaborative, supportive, and patient-centered environment.

Why Northampton?

Northampton, located in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts, is renowned for its vibrant arts scene, excellent schools, and charming downtown area filled with shops, theaters, and restaurants.

Celebrated by Travel and Leisure Magazine as one of the best U.S. destinations, and Money Magazine as one of the Top 50 Places to Live.

The town’s proximity to Boston (100 miles), Hartford (45 miles), and New York City (150 miles) offers easy access to major urban centers while maintaining the charm and beauty of New England living. Experience a blend of culture, nature, and community that makes Northampton a unique place to live and work.

What You’ll Do

  • Join a well-established orthopedic team, with a focus on sports medicine and musculoskeletal care.
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including 5 orthopedic surgeons, a physiatrist, and 5 Advanced Practice Providers (APPs), in our newly expanded, state-of-the-art facility.
  • Share in a general orthopedic call schedule, currently at 1:5, contributing to a collaborative on-call system.
  • Provide high-quality care for patients through both surgical and non-surgical approaches, ensuring exceptional clinical outcomes.
  • Participate in professional development and mentoring opportunities.

Work across multiple locations, including our West Hatfield office with onsite radiology, therapy, and a wellness center, as well as outpatient access in Amherst and Greenfield.

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.

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:
  • Chip Konowitz
  • Senior Physician Recruiter
  • Email: JKonowitz@mgb.org

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location: 4 West Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

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

The surgeon will provide high-quality surgical and non-surgical musculoskeletal care while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of surgeons and advanced practice providers. They will also participate in a shared general orthopedic call schedule and work across multiple clinical locations.

Qualifications

Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Orthopedic surgerySurgical proceduresNon-surgical treatmentMultidisciplinary collaboration

Orthopedic Surgery — Physician Career Context

Orthopedic Surgery pay on WeekdayDoc is down 4.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Massachusetts is 105.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$550k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $520k in an average-cost state. 63.2% of Massachusetts clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Orthopedic Surgeon Jobs

10 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution10 jobs · 5 employers

4
<$400k
3
$400k-550k
2
$550k-700k
1
$838k

Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution10 jobs · 5 employers

0
1-2
0
3-4
1
5-6
9
7-8
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Higher = better work-life balance

#1

Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon

MultiCare Health System · Tacoma, Washington

$809k-$838k
#2

Physician - Orthopedic Trauma Surgery - Duluth, MN

Essentia Health · Duluth, Minnesota

$622k
#3

Orthopedist / Orthopedic Surgeon Pittsburgh PA

$520k–$600k
#4

Orthopedic Surgeon Philadelphia PA

$450k – $520k
+ 8 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 4.2
Better work-life than 60% of Orthopedic Surgery listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 340 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • On-site
  • Includes call

Living in Hatfield

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$499k≈ 1.0× annual pay
Median resident rent
$1,172/mo≈ 3% of gross pay
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 (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

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

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Mass General Brigham

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

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
Retirement Plans
Malpractice Coverage
Flexible Work Schedules
PSLF Eligible