Here at Optum, the largest network of medical groups in the nation, we are seeking a full time dedicated, patient-centric Physician Assistant to join our growing Plastic Surgery team in Mount Kisco, NY. At Optum, we are evolving health care nationally while providing physician-led care locally so that everyone can have an opportunity to live their healthiest life. It's everything health care should be. Together, for better health. Work with the world's largest care delivery organization, reach for more and start doing your life's best work. (sm)

CareMount Medical is a physician-led multispecialty group that was started in 1946 by a group of physicians who wanted high-quality medicine closer to home. Today we have over 45 office locations from Manhattan, NY to below the Albany, NY region along the Hudson River Valley line. Our 650 employed physicians and providers care for over 665,000 patients across the region.

Position Highlights:

• Collegial multispecialty group practice with a large referral base and a focus on provider wellness and team-based care
• Full complement of excellent support staff and dedicated practice management systems in place that enable you to practice at the peak of your medical license
• Advanced Practice Clinician Partnership Plan and unlimited room for growth

Responsibilities:

• Assist in various cosmetic, hand, and reconstructive plastic surgeries.
• Monday - Friday schedule. Designation of time includes OR days at an affiliated hospital and/or Surgery Center. Office hours at Mount Kisco, NY .

What makes an Optum organization different?

• Providers are supported to practice at the peak of their license
• We recognize that if you want to provide good care and do it well, you can't do it alone - this is the foundation of the team-based care model
• The culture is one of clinical innovation and transformation
• We are influencing change on a national scale while still maintaining the culture and community of our local care organizations

Compensation & Benefits Highlights:

• Guaranteed, competitive compensation model based on quality, not quantity, with significant earning potential, annual increases, and bonus eligibility
• Fortune 5 Company - UnitedHealth Group
• Robust retirement offerings including employer funded contributions and our Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP for UHG Stock)
• Advanced Practice Clinician Partnership Plan
• Comprehensive benefits plan inclusive of medical, dental, vision, STD/LTD, CME and malpractice coverage

About the Optum Tri-State Regional Care Team:

Optum's Tri-State regional care team, including legacy Riverside Medical Group, CareMount and ProHealth Medical Groups, provides services across the care continuum - from preventive medicine to diagnostics to treatment and beyond. As a truly integrated health system, our physicians and advanced practice clinicians are part of a much larger care team in primary care, urgent care and more than 25 specialties, as well as ambulatory surgery, imaging and more. As a Patient Centered Medical Home, Optum Tri-State is able to provide patient-focused medical care to the entire family. Part of a tri-state regional care team of over 2,100 providers who serve more than 1.6 million patients, our doctors and clinicians have access to the latest medical information and technology, which lets them spend more time with patients, provide better care and realize better outcomes.

Required Qualifications:

• Unrestricted Physician Assistant licensure in the state of New York or has New York application in process
• Graduate of an Accredited Physician Assistant program, Masters level preferred
• National Board Certification
• Active and unrestricted DEA License or ability to obtain prior to start

New York Residents Only: The salary range for New York residents is $114,784 to $154,951 per year. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. 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.