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UnitedHealth Group

Pediatric Ophthalmologist - Optum NY

UnitedHealth Group, Plainview, New York, United States, 11803

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Overview

Optum NY (formerly Optum Tri-State NY) is seeking a Pediatric Ophthalmologist to join our team in Plainview, NY. Optum is a clinician-led care organization focused on changing how clinicians work and live. As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you’ll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone. At Optum, you’ll have the clinical resources, data, and support of a global organization behind you to help patients live healthier lives. You’ll work alongside talented peers in a collaborative environment that values diversity and inclusion while driving toward the Quadruple Aim. We are committed to an exceptional career experience that supports your work and life. This role offers opportunities to advance community health and contribute new practice ideas across the country. Join us to experience meaningful medicine with a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Position Highlights & Responsibilities

Independent practice with strong affiliation with a local tertiary care hospital providing a full range of ophthalmology services

Practice features multiple ophthalmologists and is fully supported by a team of clinical and non-clinical staff, APCs, and optometrists

Practice comprehensive ophthalmology with fellowship-trained physicians in cornea, glaucoma, neuro-ophthalmology, ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery, and retinal diseases and surgery

State-of-the-art equipment including femtosecond laser assisted cataract surgery and access to an off-campus laser suite for LASIK procedures

Provider in this department will have access to multiple surgical suites and privileges at several ambulatory surgical centers and community hospitals

Robust in-house diagnostic testing facility

What makes an Optum Care organization different?

Providers are supported to practice at the peak of their license

Team-based care model recognizes that high-quality care is best delivered collaboratively

Culture emphasizes clinical innovation and transformation

Influences change on a national scale while maintaining local care organization culture and community

Compensation & Benefits Highlights

Guaranteed, competitive compensation model based on quality, with 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)

Physician partnership opportunities and incentives

Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, STD/LTD, CME, malpractice coverage)

Robust clinician learning and development programs

The Optum Story in the Tri-State Region Optum Tri-State 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—and features 70 specialties in 360 medical practices and more than 55 urgent care locations across New York, New Jersey, and Southern Connecticut. As a Patient-Centered Medical Home, Optum Tri-State provides patient-focused medical care to families. This dynamic position offers the opportunity to join a regional, inter-disciplinary care team of over 2,100 providers serving nearly 2 million patients. Our doctors and clinicians have access to the latest medical information and technology to spend more time with patients and improve care and outcomes. Learn more at workatoptum.com/provider

Required Qualifications

Unrestricted licensure in the state of New York or an active New York license application

Board Certification or board eligibility in Pediatric Ophthalmology

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

OptumCare Story At OptumCare, clinicians are at the center of care to improve lives. Our physician-led organization is dynamic and progressive, serving almost 20 million people through more than 58,000 aligned physicians and advanced practice clinicians. You will work in local clinics, surgery centers, and urgent care centers within care models focused on managing risk, achieving higher quality outcomes, and driving change through collaboration and innovation. Learn more at workatoptum.com/provider.

Would you thrive with Optum Care?

Practice evidence-based medicine

Focus on patient-centered quality care, not volume

Be a team player, comfortable delegating and empowering teams

Constantly seek better ways to do things

Want to be part of something better

New York Residents Only : The salary range for this role is $307,534 to $477,994 per year. Salary range is defined as total cash compensation at target. The actual base and bonus pay mix varies with experience and performance. Pay is based on factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all applicable minimum wage laws. In addition to salary, benefits include a comprehensive benefits package, incentive programs, equity stock purchase, and 401k contributions (eligibility requirements apply).

Optum NY/NJ was formed in 2022 by bringing together Riverside Medical Group, CareMount Medical, and ProHealth Care. The regional alignment spans New York, New Jersey, and Southern Connecticut, focusing on managing risk, higher-quality outcomes, and collaborative change. Learn more at workatoptum.com/provider.

OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration 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 law.

OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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