Job Description
Job Summary
Location: Springfield, MA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Overview:
Baystate Health, a top healthcare provider in western Massachusetts and home to the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School, is seeking a skilled Geriatric Medicine Physician to join their Acute Care for Elders (ACE) unit in Springfield, MA. We proudly offer visa sponsorship including H-1B Visa and Green Card (PERM) sponsorship for qualified candidates, making this a fantastic opportunity for physicians seeking long-term career growth in the U.S.
Why Join Baystate Health?
- Innovative Age-Friendly Care:
- Baystate Health is recognized as the first age-friendly health system in the U.S. by the Institute for Healthcare Improvement. Our geriatric care unit is designed to meet the unique needs of elderly patients.
- Multidisciplinary Team Support:
- You’ll work in a collaborative environment alongside advanced practitioners, social workers, pharmacists, nutritionists, and case managers, ensuring comprehensive care for our elderly patients.
- Clinical & Teaching Role:
- This position offers a blend of clinical care and teaching. You’ll hold a faculty appointment at UMass Chan Medical School and have opportunities to teach residents, medical students, and fellows. Research and quality improvement projects are encouraged and supported.
- Leadership Opportunities:
- Be a key ambassador for the ACE program and help expand it across other Baystate Health hospitals.
- Work-Life Balance:
- Enjoy a fulfilling career with no on-call requirements, nights, or weekends, ensuring an excellent work-life balance.
Position Highlights:
- Work with a 39-bed ACE Unit at Baystate Medical Center, a 716-bed academic facility located in Springfield, MA.
- Collaborate with a dedicated team of 3 physicians and 4 advanced practitioners, along with other geriatric-trained staff.
- Help drive clinical excellence while also contributing to the Baystate Health Foundation through your work with the ACE unit.
- Be part of an organization that values diversity, equity, and professional development.
Qualifications:
- Board certification in Geriatric Medicine is required.
- A commitment to the core values of collaboration, courage, quality, and lifelong learning.
Benefits of Working at Baystate Health:
- Starting Bonus and Relocation Allowance.
- Competitive base salary with incentive bonuses.
- Generous 403(b) matching and 457(b) plan.
- H-1B Visa and Green Card sponsorship (PERM).
- Loan forgiveness opportunities through federal and state programs.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) from day one.
- CME time and Professional Development support.
- Financial Wellbeing: Free financial advisor services and well-being programs covering mental, physical, and financial health.
How to Apply:
All interested applicants can send their resumes to:
Lindsay Waters, Senior Physician & APC Recruiter
Email: Lindsay.Waters@baystatehealth.org
Salary Information:
Compensation includes a generous base salary with performance-based incentive bonuses, regularly evaluated to maintain equity and competitiveness.