Endocrinologist- Optum NY

Optum; Bethpage (NY); On-site; USD 227,000 - 373,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits plan including medical, dental, and vision

Robust retirement offerings and stock purchase plan

Opportunities for professional development

Job summary

Optum is seeking an Endocrinologist to join our team in Bethpage, NY. This role involves examining patients and performing surgical procedures as necessary, with a focus on quality care within an interdisciplinary team.

Highly competitive compensation, including a guaranteed model based on quality, allows clinicians to practice medicine autonomously. Ideal candidates are fellowship-trained with board certification/eligibility in endocrinology and possess unrestricted licensure in New York.

Qualifications

• Unrestricted licensure in New York or application in process.
• Fellowship trained and board certified or board eligible in endocrinology.
• Active and unrestricted DEA license or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Examine patients in clinic and perform surgical procedures as needed.
• Consult with patients to understand health concerns and perform tests.
• Direct and manage quality-based care within the interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Patient Consultation

Surgical Procedures

Evidence-based Medicine

Team Collaboration

Education

Fellowship in Endocrinology

Board Certification or Eligibility

Job description

Optum NY Endocrinologist – Bethpage, NY

Optum NY (formerly Optum Tri‑State NY) is seeking an Endocrinologist to join our team in Bethpage, NY. Optum is a clinician‑led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.

As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you will be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

Position Highlights

• Independent practice with a solid affiliation with local tertiary care hospitals that provide a full range of endocrinology medicine
• Direct and manage a complete continuum of quality‑based care within the interdisciplinary team
• Teamwork; evidence‑based medicine; value‑based care
• Provider wellbeing; work‑life balance; flexible scheduling
• Examines patients in clinic and performs surgical procedures as needed
• Consult with patients to understand their health concerns and perform specialized tests to diagnose and treat patients
• Consult with patient’s primary care physician and other specialists as needed
• Full complement of clinical and administrative support teams to assist with patient care, including a dedicated medical assistant for each provider

What Makes an Optum Career Different

• Be part of a best‑in‑class employee experience that enables you to practice at the top of your license
• Better care for clinicians equates to better care for patients
• Influencing change collectively on a national scale while maintaining the culture and community of local care organizations
• Practice medicine autonomously in an ambulatory setting partnering with primary care, with a sustainable and thriving national health care organization

Compensation & Benefits Highlights

• Guaranteed, competitive compensation model based on quality, not quantity, with significant earning potential and bonus eligibility
• Financial stability and support of a Fortune 5 company
• Robust retirement offerings including employer funded contributions and an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP for UHG stock)
• APC partnership opportunities and incentives
• Comprehensive benefits plan inclusive of medical, dental, vision, STD/LTD, CME and malpractice coverage
• Robust clinician learning and development programs

Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $227,000 – $373,500. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on several factors, including local labor markets, education, work experience, and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Required Qualifications

• Unrestricted licensure in the state of New York or a New York application in process
• Fellowship trained and board certification or board eligibility in endocrinology
• Active and unrestricted DEA license or ability to obtain prior to start

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. UnitedHealth Group is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.