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Medical Director

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$300K - $325K/yr

Optum Financial Service through ConnectYourCare * Benefit Advocacy Center through Gallagher MAJOR FUNCTIONS: The Medical Director is a multi-function, executive level position, encompassing ...

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What is it like to work at Optum?

Optum is a company that prioritizes collaboration and innovation, fostering a culture that encourages employees to think creatively and work together to drive positive change in healthcare.

As a leading health services company, Optum offers a dynamic work environment with diverse teams, including data analysts, clinicians, and IT professionals, working together to develop and implement solutions that improve patient outcomes and reduce healthcare costs.

Working at Optum may appeal to candidates who are passionate about healthcare and technology, as the company provides opportunities for professional growth and development, as well as a chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of millions of people around the world.

What makes Optum an attractive place to work?

Optum is a leading health services company that plays a significant role in shaping the future of healthcare through its innovative solutions and commitment to improving patient outcomes. The company offers a dynamic work environment that fosters collaboration, creativity, and professional growth, with opportunities to work on diverse projects and contribute to meaningful initiatives. As a part of UnitedHealth Group, Optum provides employees with access to a wide range of training and development programs, enabling them to advance their careers and make a lasting impact in the healthcare industry.

Do workers at Optum get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
68% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 139 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2026 and July 2026.

Does Optum pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
74% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 176 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2026 and July 2026.

At Optum, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are used from the same paid time off.
94% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 186 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2026 and July 2026.

Are part-time workers able to get health insurance from Optum?

Most people who work part-time can get health insurance.
70% of people who work fewer than 30 hours a week say they can get health insurance
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and March 2025.

Do part-time workers get paid time off at Optum?

Only some people who work part-time get paid time off.
47% of people who work part-time say they don’t get paid time off
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and July 2026.

Is the health insurance from Optum affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
88% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 161 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2026 and July 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Optum?

Most people get paid time off work.
98% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 195 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2026 and July 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 41% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 24% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 7% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 29% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 59 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do workers at Optum worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
89% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 137 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do Optum workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
42% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 105 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

How easy is it for Optum workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
39% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 72 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Optum?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
80% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 171 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2026 and July 2026.

Do Optum managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
92% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 132 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do jobs at Optum spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
17% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 135 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Optum?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
82% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 180 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2026 and July 2026.

Is a Optum job good for students?

Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
69% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.

Is working at Optum good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
88% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 90 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and July 2026.

Do people at Optum feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
82% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 176 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2026 and July 2026.

Do people at Optum get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
82% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 160 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2026 and July 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Optum?

Most people feel stressed out here.
67% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 184 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2026 and July 2026.

Do people at Optum enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
71% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 153 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2026 and July 2026.

Do people at Optum recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
52% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 195 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2026 and July 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Optum?

Most people got enough training when they started.
70% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 186 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2026 and July 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Optum?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 64% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 180 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2026 and July 2026.

Do people think Optum’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
86% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 168 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2026 and July 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Optum is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
51% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 160 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2026 and July 2026.

Associate Medical Director, Primary Care - Optum New Mexico

UnitedHealth Group

Rio Rancho, NM • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 14 days ago


UnitedHealth Group rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 146 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

186th of 890 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Optum NM is seeking an Associate Medical Director 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.
Position Highlights
• Associate Medical Director (AMD) provides leadership to physicians, other clinicians, and staff.
• Partners cohesively with operation and medical leadership to ensure goals are met.
• Ensures that high quality medical care and service is provided in the clinics.
• Directs and integrates the activities of multiple projects; in supporting the Medical Group's mission, goals, and strategic plan.
• Integrate the clinics to function in a cohesive fashion; aiding departments with institutional issues, interfacing with the other MD's to develop and implement new business strategies, quality initiatives and lines of business.
• Adheres to policies, procedures, and regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety.
• Participation in Compliance training and other important training is a condition of employment.
Essential Functions
• Leads and manages the operations of specific medical programs, patient clinics or company initiatives in partnership with operations dyad partner(s). Ensure a boots-on-ground presence in all supported clinics on a weekly basis.
• Provides financial leadership and business management education to physicians and other clinicians in a 1:1 or group setting for all supported providers on a monthly cadence.
• Provides leadership coaching and developmental feedback to physicians and other clinicians.
• Collaborate with Medical and Operations Leadership to implement an infrastructure and system in place to measure quality and provide timely data to physicians and other clinicians on their performance. Implement measurable quality indicators.
• Assist in recruiting, hiring, training, and development of physicians, other clinicians, and support staff, with ongoing management, to meet the needs of the departments/clinics.
• Performs Annual Performance Reviews for direct reports and gives feedback to other leaders for their direct reports.
• Directs and integrates the activities of projects; ensuring the project efforts are generally cohesive, consistent, and effective in supporting the Medical Group's mission, goals, and strategic plan.
• Represents the department to internal and external communities, business and industry, government, and the general community on a as needed basis.
• Promote and enhance the image of The Group, the department and participate in appropriate professional and academic organizations.
• Demonstrates knowledge of current principles, methods and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluation diagnosis and treatment in area of expertise.
What makes an Optum organization different?
• Practice at the peak of their license
• We recognize that if you want to provide good care and do it well, you can't do it alone - this is the foundation of the team-based care model
• The culture is one of clinical innovation and transformation
• We are a top performer of the Quadruple Aim initiative in New Mexico
• We are influencing change on a national scale while still maintaining the culture and community or our local organizations
Compensation & Benefits Highlights:
• Med/Den/Vis, STD, LTD, United Health stock options
• Continuing Medical Education allowance with time off
• Robust Relocation program
• Professional Liability Insurance
• Excellent PTO package
• Generous retirement program including employer funded contributions (401K)
Optum New Mexico:
We are happy to call Albuquerque, New Mexico home. With the tail of the Rockies at our doorstep, we have world-class hiking, biking and skiing at our fingertips. Coupled with amazing scenery, a diverse culture, remarkable food and a world renowned art scene, it's no wonder we're the "Secret of the Southwest!"
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
  • Active MD/DO medical license in the state of New Mexico, or ability to obtain prior to start
  • Board Certified in Family Medicine/Internal Medicine or in the process of obtaining certification unless granted an exemption by Credentialing Committee
  • New Mexico Pharmacy/DEA Registration if applicable to practice, or ability to obtain prior to start
  • Current BLS Certification

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Leadership training in related field
  • 3 years' experience as a practicing physician
  • Experience in both fee-for-service and managed care operations
  • 2-3 years of management experience and prior executive oversight experience in a clinical setting

The salary range for this role is $237,500 to $387,500 annually based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
OptumCare 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.
OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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