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Chief of Family Medicine Atrius Health

5 days ago Boston, MA

Explore opportunities at Atrius Health, part of the Optum family of businesses. We're an innovative health care leader and multi-specialty group practice, delivering an effective, connected system of care for adult and pediatric patients at 28 practice locations in eastern Massachusetts. Our entire team of providers (physicians, AP/NPs and ancillary clinicians) works collaboratively with a value-based philosophy within our group practice as well as with hospitals, rehab and nursing facilities. Be part of our vision to transform care and improve lives by building trust, understanding and shared decision-making with every patient. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

As the Chief of Internal Medicine, you will be responsible for the health care delivery of the Internal Medicine practice. You will follow Atrius Health's mission of partnering with patients to make it easier to be healthy. You will manage the implementation of mission-specific strategies and tactics and oversee all staff within the department. You will serve as a respected clinician and lead by example in all aspects of leadership and clinical practice.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Champion Patient-Centered Care: Ensure delivery of high-quality, safe, and patient-centric services while promoting initiatives that enhance patient satisfaction and service excellence
  • Lead and Inspire Teams: Energize staff around new initiatives, foster creativity and collaboration, and manage conflicts across clinical and non-clinical teams
  • Community Engagement: Support the practice's charitable mission by partnering with schools, social services, and health-based agencies to improve community health
  • Clinical and Operational Leadership: Supervise physicians and APCs, oversee orientation and mentoring, contribute to hiring decisions, and collaborate on departmental budgeting and practice finances

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:

  • Board Certified MD or DO in Internal Medicine, Family Practice or Internal Medicine/Pediatrics
  • Unrestricted licensure in the state of Massachusetts or ability to obtain prior to start
  • Experience in a leadership or administrative role
  • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification may be required based on specialty
  • 3+ years of clinical leadership experience
  • Understanding of basic quality assessment and improvement methods

Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $237,500 to $387,500. 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.

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Client-provided location(s): Boston, MA
Job ID: UHG-2310247
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-10-29T20:25:18

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • HSA
    • On-Site Gym
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
  • Parental Benefits

    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Remote Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Leave of Absence
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Paid Holidays
    • Paid Vacation
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Relocation Assistance
    • Performance Bonus
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • 401(K)
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program

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