Ophthalmologist - Optum -Tri-State, NY

Optum NY, (formerly Optum Tri-State NY) is seeking a Ophthalmologist to join our 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.

Responsibilities:

• Practice features multiple Ophthalmologists and is fully supported with a team of clinical & non-clinical staff as well as Optometrists.
• Practice comprehensive ophthalmology with fellowship trained physicians that specialize in small-incision cataract surgery, screening and treatment of diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, age-related macular degeneration, retinal vascular diseases, floaters, central serous retinopathy, and inflammatory eye diseases.
• Clinicians in this department will have access to privileges in ambulatory surgical centers and community hospitals.

What makes an Optum Care organization different?

• Providers are supported to practice at the peak of their license.
• We recognize that if you want to provide good care and do it well, you can’t do it alone – this is the foundation of the team-based care model.
• The culture is one of clinical innovation and transformation.
• We are influencing change on a national scale while still maintaining the culture and community of our local care organizations.

Position Highlights:

• Collegial multispecialty group practice with a large referral base
• Focus on team-based care.
• Excellent support staff and dedicated practice management systems.
• Supported by an excellent multi-disciplinary team that includes radiology.
• Offers access and privileges to an ambulatory surgery center.
• Adult and pediatric patient population.

Required Qualifications:

• Unrestricted licensure in the state of New York or has New York application in process
• Board Certification or board eligibility in Ophthalmology
• Active and unrestricted DEA License or ability to obtain prior to start

New York Residents Only: The salary range for this role is $343,411 to $550,228 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.