Geriatric Medicine, Primary Care Physician - Boston, MA

Job Description

Join Us in Redefining Primary Care for Those Who Need It Most

Summary of the Primary Care Physician role:   The older adults we serve experience challenges with social determinants of health and living, which impact their health. The Primary Care Physician will guide our patients to build their best lives according to their goals. They do this by providing a full spectrum of care while utilizing state-of-the-art technology and establishing trusted longitudinal care in our clinics and via telehealth. Working with other members of the care team, our "person-first" approach strives to create both individual and community wellness.

At Gather Health, we are building a new standard of care for older adults. We believe that true health is achieved by treating the whole person, not just their symptoms. Our innovative Social Primary Care model is designed to do just that for clinically and socially complex older adultsa population that has long been underserved. We don't just see patients; we build relationships and empower them, delivering care and community both in our state-of-the-art centers and in their own homes.

Why is Working at Gather Health Different?

This isn't just another primary care role. We've built a system designed to support our physicians and prevent burnout, allowing you to focus on what matters most: your patients.

• Focus on Quality, Not Quantity:  Our patient panels are capped at 750 . This gives you the protected time you need to build real relationships, drive meaningful outcomes, and practice medicine the way you've always wanted.
• A Schedule Designed for You: We've structured this role for true work-life balance. Enjoy a predictable  Monday-Friday schedule with  one remote day per week ,  dedicated protected admin time built into your day, and a minimal, low-stress call rotation.
• You Are the Quarterback of a True Care Team:  Our model provides you with a dedicated, multi-disciplinary team to manage patient care holistically. This includes "Gather Guides" who connect patients to community resources, and our mobile team of Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics who provide hands-on support in the patient's home. They handle post-hospitalization follow-ups, chronic condition monitoring, and home safety assessments, relaying critical data directly back to you.
• Time and Tools to Do Your Best Work: Our value-based care approach frees you from the fee-for-service treadmill. Youll have the time to build lasting, trusted relationships. You'll be equipped with our proprietary, intuitive technology designed to enhance care in our centers and in patients' homes.
• A Stable Foundation for Growth: Founded in 2022, we are a well-funded, rapidly growing organization on a mission to impact a critical part of our healthcare system. Our leadership team has a proven track record of building and scaling transformative primary care platforms. Backed by leading investors including Maverick Ventures and Khosla, we are building a durable company poised for national expansion.

If you are a physician looking to make a meaningful, generational impact and practice medicine in a supportive, forward-thinking environment, we invite you to join us.

Minimum Requirements:

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or Geriatrics
• An active medical license in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, or the ability to obtain one prior to start date
• Clinical proficiency in evidence-based primary care
• Ability to communicate and connect with patients from a diverse set of backgrounds
• Proven history of working successfully with EHR and other relevant technologies/tools
• Strong ethics with the ability to navigate through complex and highly sensitive situations with confidentiality
• Desire to be a part of a mission-driven organization with a focus on improving lives and communities
• Ability to work well with others in a non-hierarchical environment where opinions are welcomed regardless of titles
• Ability to remain calm when balancing conflicting priorities

Preferred Experience:

• Experience treating older adults in underserved communities with complex social challenges

Gather Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.