Hematology/Oncology Physician- Optum NY

Optum NY is seeking a dedicated, patient-centric Hematology/Oncology Physician to join our growing team in Lake Success, NY.  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:

• Comprehensive, community based, out-patient multispecialty practice that offers chemotherapy services in our on-site infusion center
• Established team of 7 physicians and 2 APC’s
• Opportunity to participate in innovative clinical trials, many of which have already contributed to FDA approval of multiple lifesaving treatments
• No overnight or weekend call/hours required
• Patient visit hours in general will be from 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM but are flexible
• Exceptionally strong referral base

Primary Responsibilities:

• In close coordination with our hematologists and oncologists, your responsibilities will include:
• Care for patients with a wide variety of both solid tumor and hematologic malignancies
• Supervising and evaluating patients receiving infusions in our infusion centers
• Visits with new patients to educate them on treatment side effects and schedules
• Providing survivorship visits to furnish patients with treatment summaries and educate them on their follow-up recommendations after completion of treatment
• Follow up office visits with patients on observation or receiving oral therapy
• Same day visits with patients who call with new complaints during treatment

What makes an Optum Career 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)
• Physician 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 licensure in the state of New York or has New York application in process
• Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Hematology/Oncology
• Active and unrestricted DEA License or ability to obtain prior to start

Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $317,500 – $595,500. 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. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, we offer 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 us, 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.