Gastroenterologist-Endoscopy

Optum NY, (formerly Optum Tri-State NY) is seeking a Physician – Gastroenterology to join our team in Middletown, 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.

Position Highlights

• Physician‑led, patient‑centered team‑based environment.
• Independent practice with strong affiliation with local tertiary care hospital that provides a full range of gastroenterology medicine.
• Collegial multispecialty group practice with a large referral base and a focus on provider wellness and team‑based care.
• Surgery Center/ASC centers located conveniently down the street from our offices, and ownership opportunities available with tenure.
• Full complement of excellent support staff (Advanced Practice Clinician, Medical Assistants and Administrative teams) and dedicated practice management systems in place that enable you to practice at the peak of your licensure and assist within patient care.
• Supported to grow your practice and patient panel.

Primary Responsibilities

• Consult with patients to understand their health concerns and perform specialized tests to diagnose and treat patients.
• Perform endoscopic and colonoscopy procedures (i.e., ERCP and endoscopic ultrasound procedure experience highly preferred).
• Examine patients in clinic, hospital rounds, and perform surgical procedures as needed.
• Consult with patient’s primary care physician and other specialists.
• Serve as collaborating physician to assigned Advanced Practice Clinician(s).

Compensation & Benefits Highlights

• Guaranteed, competitive compensation model based on quality, not quantity, with significant earnings potential, annual increases, and bonus eligibility.
• Financial stability and support of a Fortune 5 Company – United Health Group.
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, and Vision coverage.
• Excellent PTO package (increasing with tenure) & paid maternity/paternity leave.
• Robust retirement options including employer funded contributions.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP for UGH stock).
• Physician partnership opportunities with Optum.
• Company‑paid malpractice insurance and tail coverage.
• Consistent career growth, professional development, and supportive culture.

Required Qualifications

• Fellowship training in Gastroenterology.
• Residency training in Internal Medicine.
• Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Gastroenterology.
• Unrestricted medical licensure in the state of New York (or New York license application submitted and in‑process).
• Active and unrestricted CDS permit (or ability to obtain prior to start).
• Active and unrestricted DEA License (or ability to obtain prior to start).
• Must be CPR certified (or willing to obtain prior to start).

Preferred Qualifications

• ERCP and Endoscopic Ultrasound procedure experience.

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401(k) 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. The salary for this role will range from $371,000 to $735,500 annually based on full‑time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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.