Neurologist- Optum NY

Hicksville, New YorkPosted 28d agoattending physician
$244,000 – $423,000Pay listed on source · unverified
NeurologyFull-time

Overview

Location
Hicksville, New York
Source-listed pay
$244,000 – $423,000

Not yet verified against the original posting

Practice
Multispecialty group practice with clinics, surgery centers, and urgent care centers · Ambulatory care/group practice

Role summary

Optum NY seeks a Pediatric Neurologist for ambulatory care in Hicksville, NY, in a collegial multispecialty group with team-based care, multi-disciplinary support, and guaranteed quality-based compensation ranging $244,000–$423,000 plus bonus eligibility.

What the posting highlights

  • Team-based care model with multi-disciplinary collaboration
  • Care setting: Outpatient-focused (ambulatory setting)
  • Patient population: Pediatric neurology patients; family-focused patient population

SalaryDr summary based on the original posting

Posted base pay vs physician-reported total comp

Source-listed pay$244k–$423k
Physician-reported total comp$305k–$395k · $370k median
$223kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$444k

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Compensation

Employer-listed pay
$244,000 – $423,000
Pay context
Source-listed pay · not yet verified
Evidence
or ability to obtain prior to start Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $244,000 - $423,000. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on several factors incl
Observed
1 wk ago
Compensation model
Guaranteed, competitive compensation model based on quality, not quantity, with significant earning potential and bonus eligibility
Bonus / incentives
Bonus eligibility with compensation based on quality metrics · Not explicitly specified; total compensation ranges $244,000 - $423,000

Benefits named in the posting

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage
  • Short-term and long-term disability (STD/LTD)
  • CME coverage
  • Malpractice coverage
  • Employer-funded retirement contributions and 401(k)
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP for UHG Stock)
  • APC Partnership opportunities
  • Clinician learning and development programs
Next steps

Employer

Optum

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Unclaimed profile
EHR
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Facility & Community

Facility details
Practice setting
Multispecialty group practice with clinics, surgery centers, and urgent care centers
Facility type
Ambulatory care/group practice
Patient population
Pediatric neurology patients; family-focused patient population
EHR
Not stated in posting
Community snapshot
Peer median
Building sample
Active supply
New York
Full-time
Transparent pay
Not measured
SalaryDr source status
Work-life
Multispecialty group practice with clinics, surgery centers, and urgent care centers

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Questions to ask the employer

  • Is $244,000–$423,000 base salary only, or expected total compensation including bonus and productivity?
  • The posted range is wide — what specifically places a candidate at the top versus the bottom of it?
  • How is the productivity component calculated (wRVU rate, threshold, reconciliation cadence), and what did physicians here actually earn from it last year?
  • What is the call schedule, and is call compensated separately or built into the base?
  • How many weeks of PTO and CME time are included, and is unused time paid out?

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Work Design

Shift type
Ambulatory
Inpatient / outpatient
Outpatient-focused (ambulatory setting)
Coverage model
Team-based care model with multi-disciplinary collaboration

Visa & Eligibility

Remote
No

Source & Verification

Source
Aggregated (ym_careers)
Salary label
Pay not verified
First seen
1 wk ago
Last verified
today
Extraction confidence
72%

Full description

Optum NY, (formerly Optum Tri-State NY) is seeking a dedicated patient-centric Neurologist to join our team in Hicksville, NY. 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. Position Highlights Collegial multispecialty group practice with a large referral base Focus on team-based care Supported by an excellent multi-disciplinary team that includes radiology Offers access to multiple surgical suites and privileges to an ambulatory surgery center Excellent support staff and dedicated practice management systems Full complement of clinical and administrative support teams to assist with patient care Primary Responsibilities Provide evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of neurological disorders of the central and peripheral nervous system Work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team to create individualized treatment plans for patients Clinical care of Pediatric Neurology patients What makes an Optum Career 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 in an ambulatory setting partnering with primary care, with a sustainable and thriving national health care organization Compensation & Benefits Highlights Guaranteed, competitive compensation model based on quality, not quantity, with significant earning potential 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 Optum NY/NJ 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 across New York, New Jersey, and Southern Connecticut. As a Patient Centered Medical Home, Optum NY/NJ can provide patient-focused medical care to the entire family. 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. Together, we're making health care work better for everyone. 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 Unrestricted licensure in the state of New York or has New York application in process Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Pediatric Neurology Active and unrestricted DEA License or ability to obtain prior to start Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $244,000 - $423,000. 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. 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.