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Pediatrician | Primary Care - ProHealth Physicians - New London, CT

New London, CT

Position Description

As a part of the OptumCare, the largest network of medical groups in the nation, ProHealth Physicians is seeking a Pediatrician to join our Pediatric team in New London, CT. At Optum, we are transforming healthcare nationally while providing Physician-led care locally.

Position Highlights

  • Full time 36 hours (30.6 clinical hours and 5.4 administrative)
  • No mandatory call
  • 1:1 MA to provider ratio
  • Loan Repayment for eligible providers
  • Flexible scheduling leading to great work/life balance


What makes an OptumCare organization different?

  • We are a physician-led provider group practicing in a value-oriented model
  • Putting physicians at the center of care
  • Driving towards the Quadruple Aim with a focus on quality & innovation
  • Providers are supported to practice at the peak for their license
  • We are influencing change on a national scale while still maintaining the culture and community of our local care organizations

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About ProHealth Physicians

ProHealth Physicians , a part of OptumCare, is Connecticut's leading health care delivery organization. ProHealth is focused on reinventing health care to help keep people healthier and feeling their best. Our family of primary care providers and specialists care for more than 360,000 people statewide. We are privileged to be trusted by our patients with their health and well-being.

Our premier group currently employs 250 Physicians and 150 APCs in the specialties of family medicine, internal medicine, pediatrics, neurology, rhinology, otology, laryngology, facial plastics, gastroenterology, cardiology, sleep medicine, behavioral and developmental pediatrics.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: Optum is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer 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. Optum is a drug-free workplace. © 2019 Optum Health & Technology. All rights reserved.

Required Qualifications:

  • Board Certified or Board Eligible (if B.E., must be within 5 years of program completion)
  • Unlimited Licensure (or eligible) in the state of Connecticut


The OptumCare Story:

At OptumCare, we've found that putting clinicians at the center of care is the best way to improve lives. Our physician-led organization is one of the most dynamic and progressive health care organizations in the world serving over 17 million people through more than 45,000 aligned physicians and 9,000 advanced practice clinicians. 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 about our journey https://careers.optumcare.com/about-optumcare .

Would you thrive with OptumCare?

  • Do you 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?


Job Keywords: Pediatrician, MD, DO, Physician, Primary Care, Team Care, Managed Risk, Value Based Care, New London, CT, Connecticut

Job ID: UHG-871140
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • HSA
    • On-Site Gym
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
  • Parental Benefits

    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Remote Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Leave of Absence
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Paid Holidays
    • Paid Vacation
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Relocation Assistance
    • Performance Bonus
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • 401(K)
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program

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