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South Easton, Massachusetts

Endocrinologist - Atrius Health

EndocrinologyFull-Time

Listed compensation

$227k-$374k

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Job Description

Atrius Health, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking an Endocrinologist to join our team in South Easton, MA. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.

As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you’ll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

At Optum, you’ll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home.

Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone.

Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Position Highlights & Primary Responsibilities

Performs physical assessments on patients with specialized conditions.

Develops and implements a plan of care for these patients, as well as prescribe medications, exercises and/or other treatments.

Collaborates with the clinical and administrative teams in the management of patient care. Maintaining continuity of care through the exchange of information with outside health and social agencies.

Serves as a liaison between primary care providers and specialists such as general surgeons, urologists, orthopedic and ENT surgeons. Consults with primary care providers on issues related to patient care.

Teaches and counsels individuals and groups with regard to specific health care needs. Serves as an educator in areas of specialization.

Participates in the development of health education programs.

What Makes an Optum Organization Different?

  • Be part of a best-in-class employee experience that enables you to practice at the top of your license
  • We believe that better care for clinicians equates to better care for patients

We are influencing change collectively on a national scale while still maintaining the culture and community of our local care organizations

Practice medicine autonomously in an ambulatory setting partnering with primary care, with a sustainable and thriving national health care organization

Atrius Health is a physician-led healthcare leader. We are nationally recognized for transforming healthcare through clinical innovations, quality improvement and a commitment to value-based care. Atrius Health delivers an effective system of connected care at practice locations in eastern and central Massachusetts.

We recognize the importance of a team–based delivery model, where primary & specialty care providers collaborate with hospital partners, community specialists and skilled nursing facilities — all working together to deliver high-quality care to every patient we serve. Together, we're making health care work better for everyone.

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited Medical School or School of Osteopathic Medicine
  • Board Certified or Bord Certified Eligible in Endocrinology
  • Current active DEA licensure/prescriptive authority or ability to obtain post-hire, per state regulations
  • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required based on specialty

Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $227,000 - $373,500. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role.

We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).

No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Key Responsibilities

The Endocrinologist will perform physical assessments, develop care plans, and prescribe treatments for patients with specialized conditions. They will also collaborate with clinical teams and serve as an educator for patients and staff.

Requirements

Candidates must be graduates of an accredited Medical School or School of Osteopathic Medicine and be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Endocrinology. Additionally, they must hold an active DEA license and BLS certification.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Patient assessmentCare planningMedication prescriptionClinical collaborationPatient counselingLiaison servicesConsultationClinical innovation

Endocrinology — Physician Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Massachusetts is 105.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$300k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $284k in an average-cost state. 63.2% of Massachusetts clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

UnitedHealth Group ranks #3 of 10 employers hiring Endocrinologist on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay, and holds silver-tier status on the Top Employers work-life index, composite score 75/100, 1,414 active listings.

What does the Endocrinology market look like in Massachusetts?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$227k–$374kEndocrinology median $290k (middle half $265k–$311k)135 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$284k in purchasing powerMassachusetts index 105.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Endocrinology listings in Massachusetts10 active315 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Endocrinology pay trend−11.7% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
UnitedHealth Groupsilver tier, 75/100 · #3 of 10 for payTop Employers work-life index1,414 active listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, 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.

Top Endocrinologist Jobs

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$370k-410k

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Work-Life Balance Distribution

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#1

Physician - Endocrinology

Sanford Health · Bemidji, Minnesota

$400k
#2

Endocrinologist | Las Vegas

UnitedHealth Group · Las Vegas, Nevada

$227k-$374k
#3

Physician- Endocrinology: BMG Golden Triangle

$280k–$350k
#4

Physician: Endocrinology - Tinley Park, IL

$250k-$320k
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Work-life snapshot

median 6.4this job 3.0
Better work-life than 10% of Endocrinology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 314 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.