Optum NJ, (formerly Riverside Medical Group) is seeking a Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Physician to join our team in West Orange, New Jersey. 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’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 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.Position Highlights:
Physician-led, patient centered team-based environment.
Providing full spectrum Family/Internal Medicine & Adult Primary Care, focusing on value-based care, and supported by a robust team of specialists.
Full-time ; Work-Life Balance .
Call schedule 1:5 (flexible hours) – in-patient
Local office hours are:
Monday – Friday: 8:00am – 8:00 PM or 8:00 PM – 6:00 PM (outpatient)
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (outpatient)
Team based care; Evidence-based Medicine.
Autonomy to practice at the peak of your license.
Supported to grow your practice and patient panel.
Fully integrated and actively using EPIC for electronic medical record system.
Primary Responsibilities
Direct and manage a complete continuum of high-quality care within the care team.
Treat chronic diseases and disorders.
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.
What makes an Optum organization different?
Be part of a best-in-class employee experience that enables you to practice at the top of your license
We believe that better care for clinicians equates to better care for patients
We are influencing change collectively on a national scale while still maintaining the culture and community of our local care organizations
Practice medicine autonomously in an ambulatory setting partnering with primary care, with a sustainable and thriving national health care organization
Compensation & Benefits Highlights
Guaranteed, competitive compensation model based on quality, not quantity, with significant 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 for UHG Stock)
APC Partnership opportunities and incentives
Comprehensive benefits plan inclusive of medical, dental, vision, STD/LTD, CME and malpractice coverage.
Robust clinician learning and development programs.
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.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:
Unrestricted medical license in the State of New Jersey or has New Jersey medical license application in process
Board certification or board eligibility in Family Medicine and/or Internal Medicine
Active and unrestricted DEA License (or ability to obtain prior to start)
Active New Jersey CDS license (or ability to obtain prior to start)
Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (or ability to obtain prior to start)
Preferred Qualifications:
Bilingual Spanish language skills
New Jersey Residents Only : The salary range for this role is $256,997 to $364,843 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.Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.employment.
