Physician Assistant - Endocrinology - Optum NJ

Optum NJ, (formerly Optum Tri-State NJ) is seeking an Endocrinology Advanced Practice Clinician to join our team in Belleville, NJ. 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:

• In collaboration with physician, responsible office consults, follow up appointments and outpatient procedures.
• Comfortable treating all aspects in Endocrinology and Metabolic disorders including Diabetes, thyroid and adrenal diseases, osteoporosis, hormonal imbalances.
• Consult with patients to understand their health concerns and perform specialized tests to diagnose and treat patients.
• Consult with patient’s primary care physician and other specialists as needed.

What makes an Optum organization different?

• Quadruple Aim: Improving Patient Satisfaction; Lowering Costs; Delivery High-Quality Outcomes; Increasing Provider Satisfaction and Well-Being.
• Clinicians are supported to practice at the peak of their license.
• Clinician-centric and clinician focused, with shared EMR across businesses to support coordinated care.
• The culture is one of clinical innovation and transformation.
• Affiliations with prestigious organizations.
• We are influencing change on a national scale while still maintaining the culture and community of our local care organizations.

Position Highlights:

• Independent, multi-disciplinary practice with a strong affiliation with local tertiary care hospitals that provides a full range of Endocrinology medicine.
• In collaboration with physician, direct and manage a complete continuum of quality-based care within the interdisciplinary team.
• Full complement of admin and clinical provider support to assist with patient care.

Required Qualifications:

• Board certification as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner in Primary Care and/or Family Medicine orPhysician Assistant certification.
• Active, unrestricted APRN or PA-C license in New Jersey.
• Active and unrestricted DEA License.
• Active New Jersey CDS Permit.
• Prior post-graduate clinical experience in Endocrinology practice setting highly preferred.

New Jersey Residents Only: The salary range for this role is $109,513 to $147,146 per year. 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.