Mass General Brigham·Somerville, Massachusetts
The Primary Care Physician will manage a panel of approximately 100 medically and socially complex patients within the MGB Medicaid ACO, providing comprehensive primary care mainly in homes and communities. Responsibilities also include collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, developing individualized care plans, and serving as a consultant for other care teams.
Mass General Brigham Community Physicians, Inc.
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Compass PLUS is a home and community-based care management program for the patients with the highest complexity and hospital utilization in the Mass General Brigham MassHealth Accountable Care Organization (ACO). All participants receive clinical and support from a multi-disciplinary care team. The Compass PLUS Primary Care Physician (PCP) is responsible for the care of a small panel of highly complex patients in the Compass PLUS program. Patients who see the Compass PLUS PCP typically have difficulty engaging in office-based primary care or are hospitalized too frequently to attend outpatient visits.
Primary Care Physician – Compass PLUS Program: Mass General Brigham Community Physicians Organization | Greater Boston, MA
Compass PLUS is designed for clinicians who thrive in high-need, outpatient environments. This innovative program supports patients facing complex medical and social challenges, using a hands-on and highly collaborative care approach that prioritizes individual patient needs.
Care is delivered outside traditional offices, with teams—including a Nurse Practitioner, Nurse, Behavioral Health Clinician, and Community Health Worker—working directly in patients’ homes or community spaces. Most patients stay connected to their existing PCP, but for those with the greatest needs, the Compass PLUS physician takes over care, aiming to eventually transition them back to standard primary care.
For patients requiring the most intensive support, the Compass PLUS physician becomes their primary provider, focusing on meeting their holistic needs and reintegrating them into traditional outpatient care when feasible.
This role is ideal for primary care physicians seeking to spend more time with fewer patients—managing a small panel of approximately 100 medically and socially complex individuals. You’ll serve as the PCP for those fully transitioned into the Compass PLUS program and consult with other providers caring for high-risk patients. The majority of your work will be conducted in homes and community settings, allowing you to address barriers directly and build strong relationships with patients.
For more information about this opportunity, or to apply, please send your CV to Michele Gorham, Senior Physician Recruiter, at MGorham@mgb.org.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
The salary for this position is $250,000 annually, based on a full-time schedule. Compensation is prorated for part-time roles. 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.
Work Location: 399 Revolution Drive
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Work Shift: Day (United States of America)
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Candidates must hold an MD or DO in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine and be board certified or board eligible, with a minimum of three years of primary care experience managing a patient panel. Experience with complex chronic conditions, behavioral health, or substance use disorders is preferred, along with eligibility for Massachusetts medical licensure.
Market context
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