Rheumatologist - Optum NY
Company: Optum
Location: Copiague
Posted on: July 8, 2025
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Job Description:
Job Description 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. /n /n As a member of the
Optum Care Delivery team, you’ll be an integral part of our vision
to make healthcare better for everyone. /n /n At Optum, you’ll have
the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization
behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives.
Here, you’ll 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. /n /n Position Highlights: /n /n - Collegial
multispecialty group practice with a large referral base /n - Focus
on team-based care /n - Excellent support staff and dedicated
practice management systems /n - Full complement of clinical and
administrative support teams to assist with patient care, including
a dedicated Medical Assistant for each provider /n /n /n Primary
Responsibilities: /n /n - Consults, follow-up appointments and in
office procedures /n - Manage and treat patients with chronic
Rheumatic diseases (musculoskeletal / systemic autoimmune
conditions) in outpatient setting /n - Consult with patients to
understand their health concerns and perform specialized tests to
diagnose and treat musculoskeletal disease /n - Order and interpret
appropriate tests and consults /n /n /n What makes an Optum
organization different? /n /n - Clinicians are supported to
practice at the peak of their license /n - Clinician-centric and
clinician focused, with shared EMR across businesses to support
coordinated care /n - The culture is one of clinical innovation and
transformation /n - Affiliations with prestigious organizations /n
- We are influencing change on a national scale while still
maintaining the culture and community of our local care
organizations /n /n /n Compensation & Benefits Highlights: /n /n -
Guaranteed, competitive compensation model based on quality, not
quantity, with significant earning potential, annual increases, and
bonus eligibility /n - Financial stability and support of a Fortune
5 Company /n - Robust retirement offerings including employer
funded contributions and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP for UHG
Stock) /n - APC Partnership opportunities and incentives /n -
Comprehensive benefits plan inclusive of medical, dental, vision,
STD/LTD, CME and malpractice coverage /n - Robust clinician
learning and development programs /n /n /n Would you thrive with
Optum? /n /n - Do you practice evidence-based medicine? /n - Are
you seeking a practice focused on patient-centered quality care,
not volume? /n - Are you a team player – comfortable delegating and
empowering teams? /n - Are you constantly seeking better ways to do
things? /n - Do you want to be part of something better? /n /n /n
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. /n /n You’ll 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: /n /n -
Unrestricted licensure in the state of New York or has New York
application in process /n - Board Certification or Board
Eligibility in Rheumatology /n - Active and unrestricted DEA
License or ability to obtain prior to start /n /n /n The salary
range for this role is $219,500 to $357,000 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 local labor markets, education, work experience,
certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum
wage laws as applicable. 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. /n /n /n /n 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. /n /n OptumCare is a drug-free workplace.
Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning
employment.
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