Orthopedics Physician - Atrius Health

UnitedHealth Group•Boston, MA

2d•$457,500 - $931,500•Onsite

About The Position

Atrius Health, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking an Orthopedist to join their team in Boston, 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, the Orthopedist will be an integral part of the vision to make healthcare better for everyone. Optum provides clinical resources, data, and support from a global organization to help patients live healthier lives. The role offers an exceptional career path, empowering clinicians to live their best lives at work and at home. It provides the fulfillment of advancing community health with the opportunity to contribute new practice ideas and initiatives that could improve care for millions of patients nationwide. The organization emphasizes collaboration, connection, and growth. Atrius Health is a physician-led healthcare leader recognized for transforming healthcare through clinical innovations, quality improvement, and a commitment to value-based care. They deliver a connected care system across eastern and central Massachusetts, utilizing a team-based model where primary and specialty care providers collaborate with hospital partners, community specialists, and skilled nursing facilities to deliver high-quality patient care. The organization aims to make healthcare work better for everyone. This role offers rewards and recognition for performance in a challenging environment with clear direction for success and opportunities for development into other roles.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Medical School or School of Osteopathic Medicine
Board Certified or Board Certified Eligible in Orthopedics
Current active Mass DPH Controlled Substances Registration or ability to obtain post-hire, per state regulations
Current active DEA licensure/prescriptive authority 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 related to patient care
Teaches and counsels individuals and groups with regard to specific health care needs. Serves as an educator in areas of specialization
Participates in the development of health education programs