Geriatrician Physician at UMass

UMass Memorial Health • Worcester, MA

4d • $201,000 - $281,245 • Onsite

About The Position

UMass Memorial Health, in partnership with UMass Chan Medical School, is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Geriatrician to join their growing team. This role involves providing high-quality, patient-centered care to older adults within a collaborative healthcare environment. Physicians will work alongside multidisciplinary colleagues to address the complex medical and functional needs of aging patients, contributing to clinical excellence, education, and the advancement of geriatric care. The position offers an academic affiliation with UMass Chan Medical School, opportunities for collaboration, access to resources of a leading academic health system, and involvement in medical education, quality improvement, clinical research, and program development. Practice setting, clinical responsibilities, and academic expectations will vary based on the position and program needs.

Requirements

• MD or DO degree
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Geriatric Medicine
• Massachusetts medical license or eligibility for licensure
• Commitment to compassionate, evidence-based, patient-centered care for older adults
• Interest in medical education, clinical research, or quality improvement is welcomed

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive, patient-centered care to older adults with a focus on healthy aging, chronic disease management, and quality of life.
• Evaluate and manage complex medical conditions, including multimorbidity, polypharmacy, and age-related functional changes.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support care coordination, functional independence, and individualized treatment planning.
• Work with patients and families to establish goals of care and support shared decision-making.
• Opportunities for involvement in medical student and resident education, depending on the role.
• Research opportunities supported by divisional leadership with a strong interest in expanding academic and research initiatives.

Benefits

• Academic appointment at UMass Chan Medical School, commensurate with experience and qualifications, where applicable
• Competitive compensation, including base salary and potential incentive opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off, holidays, and parental leave
• Employer-funded retirement contributions of 8% of base salary, with additional retirement plan options
• Tuition reimbursement, student loan forgiveness support, and Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)-eligible employment
• Relocation concierge services, including special mortgage promotions
• Professional liability insurance coverage of $5 million per claim and $10 million aggregate
• Organization-wide commitment to clinician wellness through our formal Clinician Wellness Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree