Executive Director, Physician Compensation

0100 Mass General Brigham Incorporated; Somerville (MA); Remote; USD 225,000 - 295,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham Incorporated is seeking an Executive Director of Physician Compensation to lead a high‑performing team that designs and administers provider compensation programs. The role shapes financial impacts, equity and regulatory compliance across employed and contracted physicians.

You will partner with executives to drive strategic decisions, oversee data analyses, and advance compensation design while maintaining strong internal controls and governance.

Qualifications

• 8-10+ years of physician compensation, finance, or related experience.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in related field of study.
• Knowledge of the health care landscape and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements provider compensation strategies aligned with objectives.
• Supports business planning with guidance on compensation models and financial impact.
• Educates leaders and physicians on compensation plans and compliance.
• Oversees analyses of provider productivity and compensation committees.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Communication

Team management

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in a related field

Job description

Site: Mass General Brigham Incorporated

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

The Executive Director of Physician Compensation is responsible for executing the physician compensation strategy set forth by executive leadership. The role manages a team of provider compensation professionals (managers and analysts) in overseeing the development, implementation, and administration of provider compensation programs. Strategic oversight spans financial, personnel, operational, and regulatory aspects of physician and provider compensation, ensuring alignment with the strategic plan. Innovative leadership will manage a high-volume operation, driving initiatives for process improvement and operational excellence.

Responsibilities: Develops and implements provider compensation strategies and initiatives that align with financial and organizational objectives and that support a high-performing work culture. Serves as a subject matter expert on provider compensation and productivity market data and trends to propose and support strategic compensation and financial decisions. Supports Mass General Brigham's business planning processes in conjunction with operational and financial leaders by providing guidance on compensation models, rates and financial impacts. Communicates with and educates leaders and physicians on various compensation plans, models, and compliance requirements, including proposed changes. Provides guidance and support to physician leaders on compensation and performance-related issues. Facilitates and supports physician compensation committees. Oversees analyses of provider productivity and practice data to support innovative provider compensation design. Oversees management of the employed/contracted provider compensation and incentive models for MGB physician groups. Contributes to the development of the annual operating budget for physician compensation for all employed and contracted physicians. Oversees Fair Market Value/Commercial Reasonableness analyses of provider compensation proposals for new hires, existing employees and recommends compensation rates for Professional Service Agreements (PSAs). Work closely with the financial planning and analytics teams to ensure financial viability and impacts of compensation model changes. Maintains systems of internal controls and continuous quality improvement processes to ensure the accurate and timely administration of physician compensation in accordance with contracts and policies. Oversees compensation system tools and processes to increase the automation of compensation programs by leveraging systems and technology, further enhancing the internal controls and accuracy. Ensures compliance with physician compensation-related laws, regulations, and organizational policies. Supervises, coaches, and supports the provider compensation team, fostering a collaborative, technically excellent, and service-oriented environment.

Qualifications: 8-10+ years of physician compensation, finance, or related experience Bachelor’s degree or Master’s Degree in related field of study Knowledge of the health care landscape and regulatory requirements is essential. Excellent leadership, interpersonal and communication skills. Strong analytical and strategic skills/abilities. Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and build strong relationships with key stakeholders. Strong change leadership skills. Advanced understanding of effective physician compensation programs along with related accounting and regulatory requirements. Ability to grow and develop high potential talent and build a high performing team.

The salary range for this position is $225,000.00 to $295,000.00 annually.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

• Remote Type: Remote Work Location 399 Revolution Drive


• Pay Range: $161,657.60 - $235,154.40/Annual


• Grade 10 at Mass General Brigham

EEO Statement

Mass General Brigham Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership \"looks like\" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline. Combat disease. Hold a hand. Help people. Impact the world. Mass General Brigham is a passionate, welcoming community where minds meet caring hearts. Come be a part of the world's most powerful force in medicine, where every role is important in changing lives. Our history includes New England hospitals founded over 200 years ago, some of the first and most prestigious hospitals in the world. Built on the legacy of two leading academic medical centers, we're more than a system, we're leaders in the practice of medicine. Mass General Brigham is committed to serving the community. We are dedicated to enhancing patient care, teaching and research, and taking a leadership role as an integrated health care system. We recognize that increasing value and continuously improving quality are essential to maintaining excellence.