Geriatrician Physician at UMass

UMass Memorial Health • Worcester, MA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

UMass Memorial Health, in partnership with UMass Chan Medical School, is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Geriatrician to join its Division of Geriatric Medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. The role provides high-quality, patient-centered care to older adults in a collaborative healthcare environment, addressing complex medical and functional needs while contributing to clinical excellence, education, and the advancement of geriatric care.

The physician will join a collaborative team of 12 physicians and 5 advanced practice providers. The position offers an academic affiliation with UMass Chan Medical School, access to the resources of a leading academic health system and regional care network, and opportunities to participate 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. The schedule is full-time, with 6–8 clinic sessions per week, and the practice uses Epic electronic medical records.

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.

Nice To Haves

• Interest in medical education, clinical research, or quality improvement.
• Interest in expanding academic and research initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive, patient-centered care to older adults, focusing 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.
• Participate in medical student and resident education, depending on the role.
• Contribute to clinical research, quality improvement, and program development as applicable.

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 Clinician Wellness Program.

What This Job Offers

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