Physician - Breast Surgeon - Optum NY - 2300415

Physician Opportunity in Poughkeepsie, NY

Optum NY, (formerly Optum Tri-State NY) is seeking a physician to join our team in Poughkeepsie, 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, youll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

At Optum, youll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. Here, youll 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.

Position Highlights:

• Collegial multispecialty group practice with a large referral base
• Focus on team-based care
• Excellent support staff and dedicated practice management systems
• Full complement of clinical and administrative support teams to assist with patient care, including a dedicated Medical Assistant for each provider
• Ability to participate in tumor boards throughout the system
• Blocked OR time

Primary Responsibilities:

• The Breast Surgery Department uses the most advanced technology to aid faster recovery to our patients
• Tremendous clinical demand and a large referral base of primary care providers and other specialties, opportunity allows for a provider to establish a successful practice
• Supported by an excellent multi-disciplinary team that includes radiology and oncology which offers state of the art womens imaging modalities as well as comprehensive oncology services with clinical trials
• Offers access to multiple surgical suites and privileges to an ambulatory surgery center as well as a community with the da Vinci Robotics Surgery Systems to support a busy surgical practice

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:

• 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 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

The Optum Story in the Tri-State Region:

Optum NY/NJ was formed in 2022 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.

Youll 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
• Board Certification or board eligibility in General Surgery
• Active and unrestricted DEA License or ability to obtain prior to start

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced training in Breast Imaging

New York Residents Only: The salary range for New York residents is $348,584 to $507,627 per year. Salary Range is defined as total cash compensation at target. The actual range and pay mix of base and bonus is variable based upon experience and metric achievement. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, youll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

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.