Resident Physician - Primary Care mentorship | Connecticut - ProHealth Physicians

ProHealth Physicians (CT), part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a PGY2/PGY3 Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Resident Physician to join our Primary Care Physician Pathways Program in Bristol, CT. 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. At Optum, you will have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives.

Position Highlights & Primary Responsibilities

• Mentorship from an experienced physician leader at ProHealth Physicians to support your transition from training into a full‑time primary care physician role
• Consistent check‑ins via phone, virtually, or in‑person with a minimal time commitment (3 hr/mo) and a generous bi‑weekly salary throughout your final year of residency training
• Enhancement of experience throughout your final months of residency while eliminating the burden of job searching and finding the right place to start your career in primary care
• Gain perspective on how to effectively operate and thrive within a value‑based care model in a system that is driving population health initiatives
• Grow exposure to the Quadruple Aim framework and various understandings of care settings offered at Optum (Affordability, Quality Outcomes, Patient Satisfaction, and Clinician Well‑Being)
• Customize your experience. This individualized program will be completed at ProHealth Physicians facilities and/or virtually with deep exposure into primary care and working in the practice environment at ProHealth Physicians
• Minimum time commitment: a few hours per month (1‑3 hrs) with compensation bi‑weekly in addition to a post‑resident primary care physician position
• Learn about the organization and practice you will be joining while ensuring that your experience in the program is personalized and valuable to your overall development and understanding of primary care, value‑based care, team‑based care, and outpatient patient‑centered care

Required Qualifications

• M.D. or D.O.
• Must be transitioning into final year of residency or fellowship, or early into final year – PGY2 Resident Physician transitioning into PGY3 Resident Physician (Best Timing)

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred candidate will be a local physician resident in Connecticut, but not required
• Prefer candidates who plan to practice primary care in Connecticut post‑residency

Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $40.00 – $60.00 per hour. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. In addition to your salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401(k) contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).

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.