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Mass General Brigham
Somerville, Massachusetts

Executive Director, Physician Compensation

Healthcare Admin Top 25% in Healthcare AdministrationFull-Time

Listed compensation

$225K - $295K

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Full-Time · on-site
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Not specified
Weekends
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Posted 2mo ago

Job Description

Site: Mass General Brigham Incorporated 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 Executive Director of Physician Compensation is responsible for executing the physician compensation strategy set forth by executive leadership.

The role manages a team of provider compensation professionals (managers and analysts) in overseeing the development, implementation, and administration of provider compensation programs.

Strategic oversight spans financial, personnel, operational, and regulatory aspects of physician and provider compensation, ensuring alignment with the strategic plan. Innovative leadership will manage a high-volume operation, driving initiatives for process improvement and operational excellence.

Qualifications Responsibilities

Develops and implements provider compensation strategies and initiatives that align with financial and organizational objectives and that support a high-performing work culture.

Serves as a subject matter expert on provider compensation and productivity market data and trends to propose and support strategic compensation and financial decisions.

Supports Mass General Brigham’s business planning processes in conjunction with operational and financial leaders by providing guidance on compensation models, rates and financial impacts.

Communicates with and educates leaders and physicians on various compensation plans, models, and compliance requirements, including proposed changes. Provides guidance and support to physician leaders on compensation and performance-related issues. Facilitates and supports physician compensation committees.

Oversees analyses of provider productivity and practice data to support innovative provider compensation design. Oversees management of the employed/contracted provider compensation and incentive models for MGB physician groups.

Contributes to the development of the annual operating budget for physician compensation for all employed and contracted physicians.

Oversees Fair Market Value/Commercial Reasonableness analyses of provider compensation proposals for new hires, existing employees and recommends compensation rates for Professional Service Agreements (PSAs).

Work closely with the financial planning and analytics teams to ensure financial viability and impacts of compensation model changes.

Maintains systems of internal controls and continuous quality improvement processes to ensure the accurate and timely administration of physician compensation in accordance with contracts and policies.

Oversees compensation system tools and processes to increase the automation of compensation programs by leveraging systems and technology, further enhancing the internal controls and accuracy. Ensures compliance with physician compensation-related laws, regulations, and organizational policies.

Supervises, coaches, and supports the provider compensation team, fostering a collaborative, technically excellent, and service-oriented environment.

Qualifications

8-10+ years of physician compensation, finance, or related experience Bachelor’s degree or Master’s Degree in related field of study Knowledge of the health care landscape and regulatory requirements is essential. Excellent leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.

Strong analytical and strategic skills/abilities. Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and build strong relationships with key stakeholders. Strong change leadership skills.

Advanced understanding of effective physician compensation programs along with related accounting and regulatory requirements. Ability to grow and develop high potential talent and build a high performing team The salary range for this position is $225,000.00 to $295,000.00 annually.

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, differentials, premiums, and bonuses as applicable, and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

Additional Job Details (if applicable) Remote Type Remote Work Location 399 Revolution Drive Pay Range $124,342.40 - $180,897.60/Annual Grade 9 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, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

EEO Statement

0100 Mass General Brigham Incorporated 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. Combat disease. Hold a hand. Help people. Impact the world.

Mass General Brigham is a passionate, welcoming community where minds meet caring hearts. Come be a part of the world’s most powerful force in medicine, where every role is important in changing lives. Are you ready?

Our history includes New England hospitals founded over 200 years ago, some of the first and most prestigious hospitals in the world. Built on the legacy of two leading academic medical centers, we’re more than a system—we’re leaders in the practice of medicine.

Mass General Brigham is committed to serving the community. We are dedicated to enhancing patient care, teaching and research, and taking a leadership role as an integrated health care system. We recognize that increasing value and continuously improving quality are essential to maintaining excellence.

Key Responsibilities

The Executive Director executes the physician compensation strategy and manages a team of professionals to oversee provider compensation programs. This includes managing financial, operational, and regulatory aspects while driving process improvements and operational excellence.

Requirements

Requires 8-10+ years of experience in physician compensation or finance with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field. Candidates must possess strong leadership skills and an advanced understanding of healthcare regulatory requirements and compensation models.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Regulatory ComplianceStrategic PlanningAnalytical SkillsStakeholder ManagementBudget DevelopmentFair Market Value AnalysisPerformance Management

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Executive Director, Physician Compensation at Mass General Brigham a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Healthcare Administration — ranked against 890 active Healthcare Administration listings on WeekdayDoc.

Healthcare Administration Career Context

Of the 33 active Healthcare Administration listings this role was benchmarked against, 18% are remote, 48% have no call, 64% require no weekends.

Healthcare Administration pay on WeekdayDoc is down 10.8% 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 ~$260k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $246k 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

median 3.9this job 6.6
Higher than about 8 in 10 of 890 Healthcare Administration listings

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Living in Somerville

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$1.07M≈ 4.7× annual pay
Typical market rent
$3,414/mo≈ 18% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
31 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
108.3
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 · 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.

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About Mass General Brigham

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

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