Gastroenterologist - Atrius Health

UnitedHealth Group•Medford, MA

1d•$386,500 - $757,500•Onsite

About The Position

Atrius Health, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Gastroenterologist to join their team in Medford, MA. Optum is a clinician-led care organization focused on improving how clinicians work and live. As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you will contribute to the vision of making healthcare better for everyone. Optum provides the clinical resources, data, and support of a global organization, enabling you to help patients live healthier lives. The organization is committed to providing an exceptional career experience and empowering employees to live their best lives at work and at home. You will experience the fulfillment of advancing community health while contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could improve care for millions nationwide. The organization's motto is 'Caring. Connecting. Growing together.'

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Medical School or School of Osteopathic Medicine
Board Certified or Board Certified Eligible in Gastroenterology
Current active DEA licensure/prescriptive authority or ability to obtain post-hire, per state regulations
Current active Mass DPH Controlled Substances Registration or ability to obtain post-hire, per state regulations
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Nice To Haves

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required based on specialty

Responsibilities

Performs physical assessments on patients with specialized conditions.
Develop and implement a plan of care for these patients, as well as prescribe medications, exercises and/or other treatments.
Collaborates with the clinical and administrative teams in the management of patient care.
Maintaining continuity of care through the exchange of information with outside health and social agencies.
Serves as a liaison between primary care providers and specialists such as general surgeons, urologists, orthopedic and ENT surgeons.
Consults with primary care providers on issues related to patient care.
Teaches and counsels individuals and groups with regards to specific health care needs.
Serves as an educator in areas of specialization.
Participates in the development of health education programs.