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Northampton, Massachusetts

Anesthesiologist (Per Diem) - Mass General Brigham (MGB) Community Anesthesiology at Cooley Dickinson Hospital (CDH)

AnesthesiologyIncludes callPer Diem

Listed compensation

$270-$275/hr

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Employment & setting
Per Diem · on-site
Call expectations
Includes call
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 53m ago · Verified live

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

This is a per diem position. Hourly pay range is $270.00 -275.00 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.

Qualifications

The Mass General Brigham (MGB) Medical Group seeks to recruit per diem anesthesiologists to join its physician practice at Cooley Dickinson Hospital.

Scope of Position

Incumbents will join a close-knit and collaborative team of clinicians (MDs and CRNAs) providing anesthesia services for inpatient and outpatient procedures across 6 operating rooms, multiple endoscopy locations, and on the obstetric floor. These services include General Surgery, Orthopedics with an abundant use of regional anesthesia, GYN, ENT, Plastics, Podiatry, healthy pediatrics, endoscopy, Interventional Radiology, Obstetrics, and Urology.

The qualified individual will have strong connections and opportunities for collaboration within the academic and community practice network of MGB Enterprise Anesthesiology. Candidates should have an MD or DO degree, accredited training in Anesthesiology and be Board certified or Board eligible by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Excellent interpersonal skills, a commitment to providing safe and compassionate patient care, and an ability to work successfully in a multi-disciplinary team are essential qualities.

Flexible day or call shifts available which can be tailored to per-diem staff member’s preferences and departmental needs with competitive shift payment structure. Hotel and travel stipend provided for those with travelling considerations to the CDH campus.

For confidential consideration, email your CV to recruitment@cooleydickinson.org or for inquiries about the role, please email Dr. Melissa Matos-Auerbach, Anesthesia Medical Director, at mmatos-auerbach@mgb.org.

About the area

With a population of just under 30,000, Northampton, MA offers quintessential New England charm with access to big-city resources. The area is a dynamic arts and five-college community and has been named one of the best U. S. destinations for restaurants, theater, galleries, and overall quality of life by Leisure Magazine and other travel writers. In addition to arts and education, the area is also an outdoor lover’s paradise, home to abundant hiking and water sport opportunities, and just 30 minutes from the Vermont border. Our location is also convenient to all rural and major metropolitan areas throughout New England including three major cities: Hartford (45 miles), Boston (100 miles), and New York City (150 miles).

About the organization

Cooley Dickinson Hospital, a member of Mass General Brigham, has a medical staff of approximately 500 active members (physicians and advanced practice clinicians). The system is comprised of the Cooley Dickinson Hospital, Cooley Dickinson Medical Group, as well as a VNA and Hospice. We pride ourselves on being a progressive, empowering employer, and a place for everyone. We are driven by our responsibility to create a culture of continuous improvement and to be an all-inclusive health care provider, employer, and leader in our community.

The system’s 140-bed hospital annually admits 8600 patients, treats 34,000 emergency patients, and delivers approximately 600 babies. The Cooley Dickinson Medical Group (CDMG), the fastest-growing part of the system, consists of approximately 74 physicians and 37 advanced practice clinicians who provide care at 11 locations. The VNA & Hospice averages 56,500 home care visits and serves an average of 400 hospice patients per year. Since 1885, the Cooley Dickinson Health Care system has successfully employed the brightest, most dedicated clinicians in medicine.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

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 anesthesia services for inpatient and outpatient procedures across operating rooms, endoscopy locations, and the obstetric floor. Collaborate with physicians, CRNAs, and the wider Mass General Brigham anesthesiology network across a range of surgical and procedural specialties.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

General AnesthesiaPatient SafetyCompassionate CareMultidisciplinary TeamworkObstetric AnesthesiaPediatric Anesthesia

Anesthesiology — Physician Career Context

Of the 40 active Physician listings this role was benchmarked against, 5% are remote, 85% have no call, 68% require no weekends.

Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 10.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Massachusetts is 105.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$567k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $536k in an average-cost state. 63.2% of Massachusetts clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Work-life snapshot

2.8/ 10
Listing-based score
  • On-site
  • Includes call

Living in Northampton

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$514k
Typical market rent
$2,367/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 (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 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.

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About Mass General Brigham

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

Benefits & Perks

Hotel and Travel Stipend
Flexible Day or Call Shifts
Comprehensive Benefits (as applicable)
Career Advancement Opportunities
Bonuses (as applicable)