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Northampton, Massachusetts

Primary Care Physician - Mass General Brigham - Belchertown, MA

Primary CareNo callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$250k-$290k

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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 $250,000 to $290,000 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: Primary Care Opportunity in The Pioneer Valley

Qualifications

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Internal Medicine or Family Medicine Physician to join our dedicated and compassionate team in the Pioneer Valley

TO BEGIN ON OR AFTER JANUARY 3, 2027. Whether you're a seasoned physician or a recent graduate in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine, we welcome your inquiry.

Mass General Brigham has proudly served the Western Massachusetts community for over 140 years, offering high-quality, patient-centered care in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

Why The Pioneer Valley?

The Pioneer Valley (Northampton, Hadley, Amherst, and Belchertown) in 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 region'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 the Pioneer Valley a unique place to live and work.

What You’ll Do

Provide comprehensive, compassionate primary care, including preventive services, chronic disease management, and health education to a diverse patient population.

Collaborate with an experienced team of physicians, advance practitioners, and support staff to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.

Enjoy a balanced work schedule with 20% of your time dedicated to administrative tasks, ensuring a healthy work-life balance.

Benefit from embedded endocrinologists within the practice, enhancing collaboration on complex cases and continuity of care.

Take advantage of our innovation and resources, including After-hours call managed by a team of Advance Practice Providers and Registered Nurses, allowing you to focus on your patients without worrying about after-hours disruptions, the fully integrated EPIC electronic medical record system and in-basket management support.

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.

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: 40 Turkey Hill Road

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.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Clinical collaborationMedical documentation

Primary Care — Physician Career Context

Of the 50 active Primary Care listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 48% have no call, 62% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Massachusetts is 105.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$270k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $255k in an average-cost state. 63.2% of Massachusetts clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Primary Care market look like in Massachusetts?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.4 / 10 · above average in primary careranked against 1,375 Primary Care listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$250k–$290kPrimary Care median $275k (middle half $255k–$302k)193 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$255k in purchasing powerMassachusetts index 105.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Primary Care listings in Massachusetts53 active1,384 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 4% remote · 48% no call · 62% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Primary Care pay trend+2.0% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Mass General Brigham#8 of 12 for payTop Employers work-life index
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (1,375 Primary Care listings), Top Employers work-life index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Primary Care Physician - Mass General Brigham - Belchertown, MA at Mass General Brigham a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Primary Care — ranked against 1,375 active Primary Care listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.

Top Primary Care Jobs

44 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

44 jobs · 33 employers
6
<$285k
9
$285k-320k
17
$320k-355k
9
$355k-390k
3
$390k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

39 jobs · 33 employers
401k / retirement match
87% this job
Sign-on bonus
69%
CME allowance
59%
Relocation assistance
44%
Loan repayment
23% this job

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

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MASC Medical · Brooksville, Florida

$420k
#2

Outpatient Primary Care Physician (Internal Medicine / Family Medicine)Contract

MASC Medical · Atlanta, Georgia

$350k-$400k
#3

Primary Care Physician

$385k-$395k
#4

Physician

$341k-$385k
+ 42 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 6.3this job 6.4
Better work-life than 50% of Primary Care listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,375 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No call
  • On-site
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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
PSLF Eligible
Flexible Schedules
Part-Time Options
After-Hours Call Managed by APPs/RNs
EPIC EMR

Living in Northampton

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$507k≈ 2.0× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,327/mo≈ 11% 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 (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.

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