Physician-Neurology
Listed compensation
$244k-$423k
Listing transparency3 of 6 stated
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- No call
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job Description
$30k Sign-on Bonus for External Candidates
Crystal Run Health, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Neurologist to join our team in Middletown, NY. Optum is a physician-led, patient-centered, team-based care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.
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.
Position Highlights
- Physician-led, Patient-centered team-based care environment
- Focus on Quality instead of Quantity while delivering utmost care to patients
- Moderate scheduling templates to promote Work and Life Balance
- Partner with other medical professionals while practicing with autonomy
- Practice at the peak of your license providing evidence-based medicine
- Patient Assessments, Formulating Care Plans, Finding Gaps in Care Delivery, Communicating and Teaching patients about personal Care Management
- Educate and empower your patients to take ownership of their health
Primary Responsibilities
- Provide evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of neurological disorders of the central and peripheral nervous system, including strokes, dementia, seizures, and Parkinson's disease
- Work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team to create individualized treatment plans for patients
- Clinical care of Neurology patients
- As the largest employer of Physicians in the country, we have a best-in-class employee experience and enable you to practice at the top of your license.
- We believe that better care for clinicians equates to better care for patients and provide resources and support necessary for clinician well-being.
- We are influencing change on a national scale while still maintaining the culture and community of our local care organizations.
- We grow talent from within. No matter where you want to go- geographically or professionally- you can do it here as a part of Optum.
Compensation & Benefits Highlights
- Competitive Compensation with Bonus eligibility
- Incentivized metrics incorporating Productivity and Quality Outcomes
- Dedicated CME Time-Off and Allowance as well as accrued Paid Time-Off
- Growth, Development, Teaching, and Leadership opportunities
- Robust Retirement package (including employer funded contributions)
- Company paid Malpractice Insurance
- Discounted Stock Purchase Plan (UHG: UnitedHealth Group) – ESPP
- Optum Physician Partnership Program
About Crystal Run Health
At Crystal Run Health, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with a team of more than 400 seasoned professionals in 50 medical and surgical specialties throughout New York’s scenic Hudson Valley and lower Catskill region just outside of NYC!
We are focused on fostering professional growth, providing the latest technologies, state-of-the-art facilities and a collegial environment that embraces innovation and diversity. As one of the largest private employers in the region, we understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance, offering flexible scheduling, excellent benefits, competitive compensation, and growth opportunities.
About Optum
Optum’s clinician-led organization is one of the most dynamic and progressive health care organizations in the world. We are made up of more than 80,000 aligned physicians and advanced clinicians who serve nearly 20 million people across the United States. We’re empowering our community clinicians to transform health care locally with collaboration, innovation, and the vast resources of our global enterprise.
- Learn more at http://www.workatoptum.com/provider.
- Would you thrive at Optum?
- Do you practice evidence-based medicine?
- Are you seeking a practice focused on patient-centered quality care, and not volume?
- Are you a team player – comfortable delegating and empowering teams?
- Are you constantly seeking better ways to do things?
The region we serve is unmatched. We are close to nature, culture and arts. New York City is just a short drive away. With easy commutes, affordable homes, fantastic schools and great communities for families to live and grow, Crystal Run Health is the place for you to cultivate the life you want to live.
Required Qualifications
- Unrestricted licensure in the state of (NY) at time of employment
- Board Certification or board eligibility in Neurology
- Active and unrestricted DEA license or ability to obtain prior to start
Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $244,000 - $423,000. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Key Responsibilities
The physician will provide evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment for neurological disorders of the central and peripheral nervous system. They will work within a multi-disciplinary team to develop individualized care plans and educate patients on personal care management.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an unrestricted medical license in New York and possess board certification or eligibility in Neurology. An active and unrestricted DEA license is also required for the position.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physician-Neurology at UnitedHealth Group a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Neurology — ranked against 457 active Neurology listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.
Neurology — Physician Career Context
UnitedHealth Group ranks #12 of 17 employers hiring Neurologist on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay, and holds silver-tier status on the Top Employers work-life index, composite score 77/100, 1,088 active listings.
Of the 50 active Neurology listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 48% have no call, 54% require no weekends.
Neurology pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$334k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $309k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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