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Optum · 3 weeks ago

Pediatrician - Developmental - Boston, MA

Boston, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$200K/yr - $328K/yr

3+ years exp

Optum is an innovative health care leader and multi-specialty group practice. As a pediatrician, you'll provide comprehensive medical care to children, guiding their development and collaborating with a team to diagnose and treat various conditions.

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Responsibilities

Conduct thorough patient evaluations by reviewing medical history, performing physical exams, and ordering diagnostic tests to assess health status and identify conditions

Diagnose and treat pediatric illnesses and injuries, prescribe medications and vaccinations, and adjust treatment plans based on patient response and progress

Communicate test results and treatment options clearly to families, guiding them through decisions and discussing potential side effects or risks

Promote preventive care by educating families on nutrition, safety, discipline, and disease prevention, and referring patients to specialists when needed

Qualification

Doctorate in Medicine (MD)Pediatrics residencyBoard CertifiedBLS certificationDEA licensureACLS certification

Required

Graduate of an accredited medical school with a Doctorate in Medicine (MD)

Completion of a 3-year residency program in pediatrics (post medical school graduation)

Board Certified

Unrestricted licensure in the state of Massachusetts or ability to obtain prior to start

American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Current active DEA licensure/prescriptive authority or ability to obtain post-hire, per state regulations

Preferred

Board certification in pediatrics

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

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Company

Optum

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Optum is a healthcare company that provides pharmacy services, health care operations, and population health management. It is a sub-organization of UnitedHealth Group.

Founded in 2011

Eden Prairie, Minnesota, USA

10001+ employees