Rheumatologist - Optum NY - 2277013

Rheumatologist Opportunity With Optum Ny

Optum NY, (formerly Optum Tri-State NY) is seeking a patient-centric Rheumatologist to join our team in Lake Success, 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

Primary Responsibilities:

• Consults, follow-up appointments and in office procedures
• Manage and treat patients with chronic Rheumatic diseases (musculoskeletal / systemic autoimmune conditions) in outpatient setting
• Consult with patients to understand their health concerns and perform specialized tests to diagnose and treat musculoskeletal disease
• Order and interpret appropriate tests and consults

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, annual increases, 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)
• 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

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?

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 Rheumatology
• Active and unrestricted DEA License or ability to obtain prior to start

The salary range for this role is $219,500 to $357,000 per year.

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.