Physician - Oncology
Job Description
About the Role
Join UnitedHealth Group as a Physician - Oncology in United States. Optum NY/NJ, is seeking a Physician – Oncologist or Hematologist to join our team in Mount Kisco, NY. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.
Key Responsibilities
- Optum is a busy, well
- established, state
- trained, physician
- led, patient centered team
Requirements
- time employment. Salary Range is defined as total cash
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $281.5K - $708K
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Malpractice insurance covered.
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- Call responsibilities required.
- Day shift only - no nights.
This position offers day shifts only, competitive compensation. Work with UnitedHealth Group in United States.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physician - Oncology at UnitedHealth Group a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Oncology physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.
This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.
Oncology — Physician Career Context
This Oncology position at UnitedHealth Group is open to physician candidates.
Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.
Nationally, Oncology professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $380k, with the typical range spanning $290k to $520k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.
Compensation Analysis
UnitedHealth Group lists compensation for this physician position at $282k to $708k annually.
This is approximately 30% above the national median for Oncology professionals, which is around $380k.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in Mount Kisco, New York.
Why This Position Stands Out
- No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
- No night shifts — a daytime-only schedule
- Transparent compensation ($282k–$708k)
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Oncology, Hematology, Patient Care, Chemotherapy Mixing, Immunotherapy, Targeted Therapy, Outpatient Care, Inpatient Rounding. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Oncology role.
Core responsibilities: The physician will practice general oncology and hematology, working within a well-established, state-of-the-art department serving Westchester County and the Hudson Valley. Responsibilities include managing a diverse adult patient population, providing infusion services, and participating in manage...
Benefits package: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, 401k, Malpractice Insurance, Incentive Programs, Equity Stock Purchase. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
About WeekdayDoc
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Benefits & Perks
Work-Life Balance Score
Protective Factors (3)
No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)
No nights (Independent predictor ↓ burnout)
Physician-led/owned (Values alignment ↓ burnout 64%)
Interpretation: Position demonstrates strong burnout protection with 3 validated protective factors.
Job Details
Employment Type
Full-time
Posted
2mo ago
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