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Rheumatology Physician, MGB Medical Group - Newton-Wellesley

RheumatologyFull-Time

Listed compensation

$235k-$275k

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Job Description

Site: Newton-Wellesley Hospital

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

Rheumatology Physician

Qualifications

Rheumatology Physician (1.0 FTE) – Mass General Brigham Community Medical Group, Newton-Wellesley Hospital

Location: 2000 Washington St.

Mass General Brigham is seeking a board-certified/board-eligible Rheumatologist to join the team at Newton-Wellesley Hospital in Newton, Massachusetts. This full-time opportunity offers the chance to provide high-quality, patient-centered care in a collaborative clinical environment, with access to the extensive specialty services and integrated resources of Mass General Brigham.

We welcome both experienced rheumatologists and recent fellowship graduates who are passionate about delivering exceptional care and collaborating with colleagues across a multidisciplinary healthcare network.

Key Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive rheumatologic care in both inpatient and outpatient settings at Newton-Wellesley Hospital

Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with a broad range of rheumatologic conditions including autoimmune and inflammatory diseases

Develop individualized treatment plans and monitor patients over time, ensuring continuity of care between inpatient and outpatient settings

Collaborate with primary care providers and other specialists across the Mass General Brigham network to coordinate comprehensive, patient-centered care

  • Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation and ensure compliance with billing and regulatory standards
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives and support evidence-based clinical practice
  • Contribute to a collegial, team-based environment aligned with Mass General Brigham values

Qualifications

  • Medical licensure in Massachusetts or eligibility to obtain licensure
  • Board certification or board eligibility in Rheumatology through the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM)

Completion of an Accredited Rheumatology Fellowship

  • Strong clinical skills in the evaluation and management of a broad range or rheumatologic conditions
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to collaborative, patient-centered care

Why Join Us

Collaborative Practice Environment: Work within a respected community hospital supported by a leading academic health system.

  • Competitive Benefits: Comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including PSLF eligibility.
  • System Support: Access to the broader Mass General Brigham network and clinical resources.

Technology That Supports Your Practice: Epic EMR and access to AI-enabled documentation tools designed to reduce time spent on notes and administrative work.

Why Newton, MA?

Newton is a vibrant suburban community just west of Boston, known for its excellent schools, beautiful residential neighborhoods, and strong community identity. With convenient access to Boston and abundant parks, restaurants, and cultural offerings, Newton offers an exceptional quality of life.

Let’s Connect

  • To learn more about this opportunity or other primary care roles across our network, please contact:
  • Kailey Wiseman
  • Physician Recruiter kwiseman@mgb.org

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

The salary range for this position is $235,000 to $275,000 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: 2000 Washington Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

EEO Statement

4100 Newton-Wellesley Hospital 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.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Clinical evaluationDiagnosisInpatient careOutpatient careAutoimmune disease managementInflammatory disease managementTreatment planningCollaborationEvidence-based practiceCommunication skills

Rheumatology — Physician Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Massachusetts is 105.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$255k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $241k in an average-cost state. 63.2% of Massachusetts clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Rheumatology pay on WeekdayDoc is down 15.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

What does the Rheumatology market look like in Massachusetts?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$235k–$275kRheumatology median $313k (middle half $290k–$329k)72 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$241k in purchasing powerMassachusetts index 105.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedMassachusetts physician listings (all specialties): 18% state a sign-on bonus (median $75k) · 13% offer loan repayment637 active listings, Nov 2026
Rheumatology hiring demandnot ranked this monthpostings stay open a median 73 daysWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 52 postings, 32 closed
New Rheumatology listings46 in the last 30 days41 the 30 days before (+12%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Rheumatology pay trend−15.3% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), WeekdayDoc Hiring Index; as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Rheumatologist Jobs

7 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

7 jobs
3
<$310k
1
$312k
1
$357k
2
$360k-385k

Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution

7 jobs
0
1-2
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Higher = better work-life balance

#1

Physician - Rheumatologist

Community Health Centers of America · Livingston, California

$300k-$375k
#2

Rheumatologist | Unity Health

UnitedHealth Group · Hudson, Ohio

$224k-$371k
#3

Rheumatologist

$224k-$357k
#4

Seeking Rheumatologist for busy Multi-Specialty clinic in Riverside CA

$150+/hr
+ 5 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 3.0
Below most Rheumatology listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 161 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Mass General Brigham

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

Benefits & Perks

Comprehensive benefits package
PSLF eligibility
Epic EMR
AI-enabled documentation tools

Living in Newton

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$1.27M≈ 5.4× annual pay
Typical market rent
$3,358/mo≈ 17% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
27 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
108.3
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 · Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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