Pediatrician in Connecticut - Outpatient Primary Care | ProHealth Physicians

ProHealth Physicians, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a motivated and patient-centric Pediatric Primary Care Physician to join our growing practice in Bloomfield, Connecticut at Children’s Medical Group of Bloomfield.  Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live every day.

At Optum, we are transforming healthcare nationally while providing physician-led care locally.  Here, you’ll have the clinical resources, data, and support of a global organization behind you so that you can help your patients live healthier lives.  You’ll work alongside talented peers in a collaborative environment that is guided by diversity and inclusion while driving towards a Quadruple Aim of Affordability in Healthcare, Quality Measures and Outcomes, Satisfaction of Patients, and Well-Being of our own Clinicians.  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 health in the communities we serve with the excitement of contributing to 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.  Our goal is to align purpose with opportunity for a mutual fit.  So, join us today and discover how rewarding a career in medicine can be while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Position Highlights:

• Physician-led, patient-centered, team-based, supportive primary care environment
• Three-year compensation guarantee with Supplemental Income Opportunities
• No mandatory call, but optional for additional compensation
• Moderate scheduling templates promoting Work/Life Balance
• Partner and collaborate with strong Advanced Practice Clinicians and care teams
• Educate and empower your patients to take ownership of their health
• Growth, Teaching, and Leadership Opportunities (if interested)
• Multiple practice locations across Connecticut in Pediatric Medicine – Primary Care
• National backing (Optum) with local pulse and culture (ProHealth Physicians)
• Seeking a Full-Time commitment of 34 direct patient care hours per week (4 days/wk)

What makes an Optum organization different?

• Be part of a best-in-class employee experience that enables you to practice at the top of your license  
• We believe that better care for clinicians equates to better care for patients 
• We are influencing change collectively on a national scale while still maintaining the culture and community of our local care organizations 
• Practice medicine autonomously, with the support, not restrictions, of a sustainable and thriving national health care organization

Compensation & Benefits Highlights:

• Competitive compensation – (3yr) Guarantee with Quality + Productivity incentives
• Supplemental Income Opportunities
• Dedicated PTO and CME time and allowance
• Robust retirement package including employer funded contributions
• Loan repayment support program
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (UHG Stock) at discount
• Company paid malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• Physician partnership and incentive for growth opportunities with Optum
• High earning potential while focusing on Quality vs Quantity

About ProHealth Physicians:

ProHealth Physicians is Connecticut's leading community-based medical group. Formed in 1997, we have primary care offices in every county. Our 300+ doctors and advance practice clinicians care for children and adults of all ages. We also have in-house imaging and clinical lab services. Traditional medicine treats people when they're sick. Instead, we focus on preventing diseases. Our goal is to give our patients — and their communities — the tools they need to be and stay well. This is how we help people live healthier lives. Together, we're making health care work better for everyone.

Required Qualifications:

• Unrestricted licensure in the state of (Connecticut) or ability to obtain prior to start
• BC/BE in Pediatric Medicine
• Active, unrestricted CSR and DEA or ability to obtain prior to start

Connecticut Residents Only: The salary range for this role is $225,954 to $326,453 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.