Physician - Gastroenterology

UnitedHealth Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Optum NY is seeking a Gastroenterologist to join its team in New York, NY, offering a competitive compensation model and benefits. As part of a clinician-led organization, you will have resources to help improve patient care and health outcomes. Join a collaborative environment focused on quality care and professional development.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Financial stability from a Fortune 5 Company

Robust retirement offerings

Physician Partnership opportunities

Clinician learning and development programs

Qualifications

• Unrestricted NY licensure or application in process.
• Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Gastroenterology.
• Active DEA License or ability to obtain prior to start.

Responsibilities

• Consult with patients and perform specialized tests.
• Perform endoscopic and colonoscopy procedures.
• Examine patients and perform surgical procedures.

Skills

Evidence-based medicine

Patient-centered care

Team collaboration

Education

Fellowship training in Gastroenterology

Job description

Optum NY (formerly Optum Tri-State NY) is seeking a Physician to join our team in New York, 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’ll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

At Optum, you’ll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. Here, you’ll work alongside talented peers in a collaborative environment that is guided by diversity and inclusion while driving towards the Quadruple Aim. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Primary Responsibilities :

• Consult with patients to understand their health concerns and perform specialized tests to diagnose and treat patients
• Perform endoscopic and colonoscopy procedures
• Examines patients in clinic, hospital rounds and performs surgical procedures as needed
• Consult with patient’s primary care physician and other specialists

Position Highlights :

• Independent practice with solid affiliation with local tertiary care hospital that provides a full range of gastroenterology medicine
• Full complement of support teams to assist with patient care
• Robust in-house diagnostic testing facility
• What makes an Optum organization different?
• Clinicians are supported to practice at the peak of their license
• Clinician-centric and clinician focused, with shared EMR across businesses to support coordinated care
• The culture is one of clinical innovation and transformation
• Affiliations with prestigious organizations
• We are influencing change on a national scale while still maintaining the culture and community of our local care organizations

Compensation & Benefits Highlights :

• Competitive compensation model with built in guarantees during first 1-2 years, quality incentives and growth earning potential
• Financial stability and support of a Fortune 5 Company
• Robust retirement offerings including employer funded contributions and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP for UHG Stock)
• Physician Partnership opportunities and incentives
• Comprehensive benefits plan inclusive of medical, dental, vision, STD / LTD, CME and malpractice coverage
• Robust clinician learning and development programs

Optum NY / NJ was formed in by bringing together Riverside Medical Group, CareMount Medical and ProHealth Care. The regional alignment combines resources and services across the care continuum – from preventative medicine to diagnostics to treatment and beyond across New York, New Jersey, and Southern Connecticut. As a Patient Centered Medical Home, Optum NY / NJ can provide patient-focused medical care to the entire family. You will find our team working in local clinics, surgery centers and urgent care centers, within care models focused on managing risk, higher quality outcomes and driving change through collaboration and innovation. Together, we're making health care work better for everyone.

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications :

• Unrestricted licensure in the state of New York or has New York application in process
• Fellowship trained and Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Gastroenterology
• Active and unrestricted DEA License or ability to obtain prior to start

Would you thrive with Optum?

• Do you practice evidence-based medicine?
• Are you seeking a practice focused on patient-centered quality care, not volume?
• Are you a team player – comfortable delegating and empowering teams?
• Are you constantly seeking better ways to do things?
• Do you want to be part of something better?

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $, to $, annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

OptumCare 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.

OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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