Optum NY is seeking a patient-centric Rheumatologist to join their team in Lake Success, NY. As a clinician-led care organization, Optum provides clinical resources, data, and support to help clinicians advance the health of their community. This role offers the opportunity to contribute new practice ideas and initiatives within a supportive environment.
Practice Info
- 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, including a dedicated Medical Assistant for each provider
- Practice medicine autonomously in an ambulatory setting partnering with primary care
Responsibilities
- Perform consults, follow-up appointments, and in-office procedures
- Manage and treat patients with chronic Rheumatic diseases (musculoskeletal / systemic autoimmune conditions) in an 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
Compensation
- Guaranteed, competitive compensation model based on quality, not quantity, with significant earning potential and bonus eligibility
- Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $219,500 - $357,000
- 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
- Incentive and recognition programs
- Equity stock purchase
Benefits
- Robust retirement offerings including employer funded contributions and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP for UHG Stock)
- Comprehensive benefits plan inclusive of medical, dental, vision, STD/LTD, CME and malpractice coverage
- Robust clinician learning and development programs
- 401k contribution
Requirements
- 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