Rheumatologist - Optum New Mexico

UnitedHealth Group Inc.•Albuquerque, NM

58d•$219,500 - $357,000

About The Position

Optum NM is seeking a Rheumatologist to join our team in Albuquerque, NM. 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. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting. Growing together In this position you will provide Rheumatology patient care that is compassionate, appropriate, and effective for the treatment of health problems and the promotion of health. You will enjoy working with our employees who work with professionalism, as manifested through a commitment to carrying out professional responsibilities, adherence to ethical principles, and sensitivity to a diverse patient population. We run a systems-based practice, as manifested by actions that demonstrate an awareness of and responsiveness to the larger context and system of health care and the ability to effectively call on system resources to provide care that is of optimal value. Albuquerque: 300 days a year of sun-drenched and picturesque mountain views Enjoy all seasons with mild winters A Top City with the Cleanest Air in America, Thrillist Top destination for hiking, biking, skiing and running Top 10 ranking for America's Best Cities for Foodies, Travel + Leisure Diverse Culture - Art galleries, theater, concerts, shopping, music venues A Top Big Best Cities for Active Families, Outdoor Magazine Top 5 ranking for "Secretly Cool Cities", Huffington Post

Requirements

M.D. or D.O.
Medical Licensure in the State of New Mexico or ability to obtain prior to employment
Active and unrestricted DEA License or ability to obtain prior to employment
Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Rheumatology

Responsibilities

Use scientific knowledge, the scientific method of problem solving, evidence-based decision making to evaluate and treat diseases of joints, muscle, bones, and tendons
Diagnose and treat arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries, and 'collagen' diseases
Use injection skills for medication administration, specialty-based skills for rheumatology