Urgent Care Physician - Optum Tri State of NJ

Here at Optum, part of the largest network of medical groups in the nation, we are seeking a dedicated and patient-centric Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, and/or Emergency Medicine Physicians to join our growing Urgent Care team in the Hudson Valley New York market with Optum Tri-State (i.e., previously a CareMount Medical practice).

Primary Responsibilities:

• Direct and manage a complete continuum of high-quality care within the care team.
  • Treat acute diseases and disorders, minor injuries, minor, procedures, ortho/splinting, interpretation of digital X-Ray’s, physical examinations, and more.
  • Reviews patient file/record, including allergies, problems, medications, and immunization status.
  • Elicits and records information about patient’s medical history.
  • Orders or executes various tests, analyses, and diagnostic images to provide information on patient’s condition.
  • Analyzes reports and findings of tests and examination and diagnoses condition of patient.
  • Oversees and provides collaborative support to Advanced Practice Clinicians.

Position Highlights:

• Physician-led, patient centered team-based environment.
• Providing full spectrum Urgent Care for Pediatric & Adult patients, focusing on value-based care, and supported by a robust team of specialists [broad spectrum medicine].
• Clinical Aptitude: Suture, I&D, Splinting, X-Ray Reading, Care Across the Lifespan (i.e., Pediatrics, Adults, & Geriatrics), Occupational Medicine, Diagnostic and Lab Interpretations, Managing Infection and Wound Care.
• Full-time; Work-Life Balance; Flexible Scheduling.
  • Local office hours are:
    • Monday – Sunday: 8:00a – 8:00p
  • Full-Time requires 12 shifts per 4-week scheduling block (i.e., 13 blocks per year; average of 36 hours per week):
    • Three (3) required weekend shifts per scheduling block (Sat and/or Sun)
  • Average patient load:
    • Goal/Target is average of 3 patients per hour (efficiency bonus awarded if average more than 3 patients per hour).
  • Teamwork; Evidence-based Medicine.
  • Autonomy to practice at the peak of your license.
  • Supported to grow your practice and patient panel.

Required Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree (MD or DO) from an accredited program.
  • Board certification or board eligibility in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, or other relevant specialties.
  • Active and unrestricted medical license in the State of New York.
  • Active and unrestricted DEA License (or ability to obtain prior to start).
  • Must be CPR certified (or willing to obtain prior to start).
  • DOT certification (or ability to obtain within the first 60 days of employment).

New Jersey Residents Only : The salary range for New Jersey residents is $259,240 to $359,754 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, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.