OB/GYN - Certified Nurse Midwife - Laborist

Optum NY/NJ is a clinician-led care organization changing the way clinicians work and live. As part of the Optum Care Delivery team, you’ll help advance healthcare for your community while contributing to practice innovations that could improve care for millions nationwide.

About the role

We are seeking a dedicated, patient-centric Certified Nurse Midwife - Laborist to join our team in Poughkeepsie, NY. You’ll collaborate with obstetricians to provide comprehensive prenatal, labor, delivery, and postpartum care in a collegial multispecialty group practice with a large referral base.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial examinations of obstetrical patients and share responsibility for care, treatment, and delivery in collaboration with an MD
• Monitor patient progress during pregnancy using physical findings, laboratory results, and patient history
• Consult with obstetricians to ensure adherence to specified practices
• Educate patients on diet and prenatal health practices
• Provide continuous support during labor, administer medication, and deliver infants
• Conduct postpartum examinations and treatments to ensure normal recovery for both patient and infant

Qualifications

• Master’s degree and Midwifery certificate
• Completion of an accredited Midwifery Education Program
• Four years of clinical Midwifery experience with references
• Current NYS Midwife License and AMCB certification

Benefits

• Guaranteed, competitive compensation model based on quality, not quantity, with annual increases and bonus eligibility
• Employer-funded retirement contributions and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP for UHG Stock)
• Physician Partnership opportunities and incentives
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, STD/LTD, CME, and malpractice coverage
• Robust clinician learning and development programs
• Full clinical and administrative support teams, including a dedicated Medical Assistant for each provider

Pay

Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $117,500 to $165,500 annually. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on local labor markets, education, and work experience. Benefits include a comprehensive package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401k contribution.