Physician Per Diem - Nephrology | Crystal Run Healthcare
Job Description
About the Role
Join UnitedHealth Group as a Physician Per Diem - Nephrology | Crystal Run Healthcare in United States. Optum NY/NJ, is seeking a Nephrology Physician to join our team in Newburgh, NY and/or Middletown, NY. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide complete comprehensive testing and treatment of nephrological disorders within a team of highly skilled, fellowship-trained Nephrologist’s.
- Our nephrology team is well-versed in treating patients with other disorders that affect the kidneys, such as systemic vasculitides (i.
-, ANCA vasculitis), autoimmune diseases (such as lupus), as well as congenital or genetic conditions, such as polycystic kidney disease.
Requirements
- time employment. Salary Range is defined as total cash
- 48 to $234.38 per hour based on full-time employment. Salary Range is defined as total cash
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $260K - $487K
Work Schedule
- Per Diem 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 Per Diem - Nephrology | Crystal Run Healthcare 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 Nephrology 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.
Nephrology — Physician Career Context
This Nephrology 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, Nephrology professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $310k, with the typical range spanning $240k to $420k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.
Compensation Analysis
UnitedHealth Group lists compensation for this physician position at $261k to $488k annually.
This is approximately 21% above the national median for Nephrology professionals, which is around $310k.
This position also offers production-based compensation: $234 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in Newburgh, New York.
Why This Position Stands Out
- No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
- No night shifts — a daytime-only schedule
- Transparent compensation ($261k–$488k)
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Nephrology, Acute Renal Failure Treatment, Chronic Kidney Disease Management, Kidney Stone Treatment, Hypertension Management, Hemodialysis, Renal Transplant Care, Electrolyte Disorders Treatment. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Nephrology role.
Core responsibilities: Provide comprehensive testing and treatment for nephrological disorders, diagnosing and treating all aspects of kidney disease including acute failure, chronic disease, hypertension, and dialysis. Responsibilities also include consulting with patients, multidisciplinary collaboration, ordering and i...
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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
Per Diem
Posted
1mo ago
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