Neurology Final-Year Residents & Fellows Optum Pathways Program Remote
Enhance final-year training through virtual clinical exposure and mentorship
Participate in Optum's Physician Pathways Program to gain clinical experience while completing final-year residency or fellowship. Engage in virtual and in-person activities at Optum Tri-State facilities, focusing on value-based care and the Quadruple Aim framework. Receive mentorship from experienced physicians to ease transition into practice, with only a few hours per month commitment.
Why This Role?
Receive a guaranteed salary during your final year of training while eliminating job search burden
Key Responsibilities
- Engage in virtual clinical training activities with Optum Tri-State facilities
- Participate in mentorship sessions with experienced physicians in your specialty
- Learn to operate within a value-based care model and population health initiatives
- Gain exposure to the Quadruple Aim framework across different care settings
- Complete program requirements with only a few hours per month commitment
Requirements
- Final-year Otolaryngology residency or fellowship status
- Career-minded physician seeking early clinical career development
- Ability to commit a few hours per month to program activities
- Willingness to engage in virtual and in-person training at Optum facilities
Required Skills
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Original description from Jobg8 (United States)
Middletown, New York (United States) Get ready to put your training into practice with the Physician Pathways Program at Optum. Optum is seeking career-minded final-year Otolaryngology Residents and Fellows ready to get a head start on their clinical career with a forward-thinking organization that is transforming the future of care. At Optum, we are transforming healthcare nationally while providing physician-led care locally. Work with the largest care delivery organization in the world and start doing your life's best work. (sm) Position Highlights Receive a generous guaranteed salary in your final year of training Enhance the experience of your final months of training and eliminate the burden of job searching Learn how to operate and thrive in a value-based care model in a system that is driving population health initiatives nationally Grow exposure to the Quadruple Aim framework and various understandings of care settings Mentorship from experienced physicians within your future practice easing transition from training into practice The customized program will be completed at Optum Tri-State facilities in New York and/or virtually with deep exposure to primary and specialty care the practice environment that will require a commitment of only a few hours per month. What makes Optum different? Providers are supported to practice at the peak for their license As one of the most dynamic and progressive health care organizations in the country, Optum consistently delivers clinical outcomes that meet or exceed national standards We promote a culture of clinical innovation and transformation We are a top performer nationally of the Quadruple Aim initiative We are influencing change on a national scale while still maintaining the culture and community or our local organizations Optum in NY & NJ: Crystal Run Healthcare, powered by Optum, and Optum Medical Care serve more than 3.6 million patients in hundreds of communities across New York and New Jersey with a robust network of over 1,200 physicians and advanced practice clinicians. Offering primary, specialty, and urgent care in more than 200 locations, we provide coordinated, high quality and affordable health care to the communities we serve. Join our team and experience the comprehensive support and resources that set Optum apart. Our team-based model supports our clinicians, reduces administrative burden, and empowers you to focus on patient care and improving lives. We leverage advanced technology to support our clinicians in delivering their best work in an environment that emphasizes professional growth, innovation and diversity. Whether you're looking to practice in an urban or rural environment, the New York and New Jersey regions have it all. At Optum, you'll have the opportunity to practice academic-quality medicine in a community-based setting. You'll grow and develop your career, connect with distinguished colleagues, and enjoy flexible scheduling, excellent benefits, and a healthy work-life balance in a beautiful region of the country. Would you thrive with Optum? Do you strive to practice evidence-based medicine? Are you seeking a practice focused on patient-centered quality care, not volume? Are you a team player - comfortable delegating and empowering teams? Are you constantly seeking better ways to do things? Do you want to be part of something better? Required Qualifications: M.D. or D.O. Must be transitioning into their final year of residency or fellowship or early into their final year. Preferred Qualifications: Preferred candidate will be a local physician resident in New York. Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $39.60 - $59.86 per hour. 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. OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. OptumCare is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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