Integrated Behavioral Health Provider (PsyD, PhD, or LICSW) - Reliant Medical Group

Reliant Medical Group, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a (Full-time) PsyD, PhD, LICSW or LMHC to join our Integrated Behavioral Health Division in Worcester , MA. 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.

This integrated behavioral health provider will have expertise in working with the LGBTQ+ community to provide gender affirming care. This provider would meet with patients individually and potentially in a group setting related to their behavioral health needs and would provide internal letters of approval for hormonal therapy, external approval letters recommending surgery.

Position Highlights & Primary Responsibilities:

• Hybrid Model, 1-2 days on-site and the remaining remote, from your home.

• (Electronic equipment included.)

• Provide treatment for primary care patients for behavioral health disorders, symptoms and conditions including substance use disorders.

• Enhance patient engagement by using evidenced based tools such as cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing.

• Help implement treatment plans with site specific Integrated Clinician and regional Prescribers (Nurse Practitioners and Psychiatrists).

• Knowledge of health psychology is preferred.

• Experience with substance abuse and addiction is preferred.

What makes an OptumCare organization different?

• As the largest employer of Advanced Practice Clinicians, 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 

• We are influencing change collectively 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 

Compensation & Benefits Highlights:

• Competitive compensation

• Dedicated CME Time & Allowance

• Excellent PTO package

• Robust retirement package including employer funded contributions

Reliant Medical Group joined Optum in 2018, to be part of the greater vision to make health care better for everyone. At Reliant, you're part of a community-based, multi-specialty, clinician-led medical group in Central and Boston Metro-west Massachusetts. Where everyone works collaboratively on a common purpose: improving the quality, cost and experience of health care. Supported by a patient-centric business model - integrated care teams focus on the best patient care, rather than volume. Recognized nationally for an innovative, sustainable care model we offer a full range of outpatient primary care and over 30 different specialties including hospital medicine, comprehensive radiology services, and urgent care. Together, we're making health care work better for everyone.

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:

• PhD, PsyD, LICSW, or LMHC

• Unlimited Licensure in the state of Massachusetts

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working within an integrated model

• Minimum 3 years practice experience

The salary range for this role is $69,100 to $103,800 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.