Gastroenterologist - Optum Tri-State NY

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 talent 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 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.

ProHealth, part of the Optum family of business, is seeking a patient-centric Gastroenterologist to join our team in Rockville Centre, NY.

Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.

Position Highlights :

Independent practice with strong affiliation with local tertiary care hospital that provides a full range of gastroenterology medicine

Surgery Center / ASC Ownership opportunities

Robust in-house diagnostic testing facility

Full complement of support teams to assist with patient care

Responsibilities :

Consult with patients to understand their health concerns and perform specialized tests to diagnose and treat patients

Perform endoscopic and colonoscopy procedures

Examines patients in clinic, hospital rounds and performs surgical procedures as needed

Consult with patient’s primary care physician and other specialists

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

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

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, working 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 can provide patient-focused medical care to the entire family. This dynamic position would afford you the opportunity to join a regional, inter-disciplinary care team of over 2,100 providers who serve nearly 2 million patients.

Our doctors and clinicians have access to the latest medical information and technology, which lets them spend more time with patients, provide better care and realize better outcomes.

With Optum, we’ve found that putting clinicians at the center of care is the best way to improve lives. Our physician-led organizations are some of the most dynamic and progressive health care organizations in the world.

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. Learn more at

Required Qualifications :

Unrestricted licensure in the state of New York or has New York application in process

Board Certification or board eligibility in Gastroenterology

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

New York Residents Only : The salary range for this role is $451,978 to $692,344 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.