Rheumatologist - Optum New Mexico Job at Optum, Albuquerque, NM

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  • Optum
  • Albuquerque, NM

Job Description

Optum NM is seeking a Rheumatologist to join our team in Albuquerque, NM. 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. 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

In this position you will provide Rheumatology patient care that is compassionate, appropriate, and effective for the treatment of health problems and the promotion of health.  You will enjoy working with our employees who work with professionalism, as manifested through a commitment to carrying out professional responsibilities, adherence to ethical principles, and sensitivity to a diverse patient population.

We run a systems-based practice, as manifested by actions that demonstrate an awareness of and responsiveness to the larger context and system of health care and the ability to effectively call on system resources to provide care that is of optimal value.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Use scientific knowledge, the scientific method of problem solving, evidence-based decision making to evaluate and treat diseases of joints, muscle, bones, and tendons
  • Diagnose and treat arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries, and 'collagen' diseases
  • Use injection skills for medication administration, specialty-based skills for rheumatology

Albuquerque:

  • 300 days a year of sun-drenched and picturesque mountain views
  • Enjoy all seasons with mild winters
  • A Top City with the Cleanest Air in America, Thrillist
  • Top destination for hiking, biking, skiing and running
  • Top 10 ranking for America’s Best Cities for Foodies, Travel + Leisure
  • Diverse Culture – Art galleries, theater, concerts, shopping, music venues
  • A Top Big Best Cities for Active Families, Outdoor Magazine
  • Top 5 ranking for "Secretly Cool Cities”, Huffington Post

Compensation & Benefits Highlights:

  • Med/Den/Vis, STD, LTD, United Health stock options
  • Continuing Medical Education allowance with time off
  • Robust Relocation program   
  • Professional Liability Insurance
  • Excellent PTO package
  • Generous retirement program including employer funded contributions (401K) 

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:

  • M.D. or D.O.
  • Medical Licensure in the State of New Mexico or ability to obtain prior to employment
  • Active and unrestricted DEA License or ability to obtain prior to employment 
  • Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Rheumatology

Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $219,500 to $357,000. 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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Job Tags

Minimum wage, Full time, Work experience placement, Local area, Work from home, Relocation,

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