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Primary Care Resident Opportunity - Guaranteed Salary During Final Training Year

Optum
$39.60 to $59.86
401(k)
Jul 31, 2026
Primary Care - Final Year Residents & Fellows Physician Pathways Program Optum NJ | Manahawkin, New Jersey

Optum New Jersey is seeking career-minded final-year Family Medicine and Internal Medicine Residents and Fellows to join our Physician Pathways Program in Manahawkin, NJ.

Designed specifically for physicians completing training, the Physician Pathways Program provides a seamless transition from residency or fellowship into practice. You'll gain valuable exposure to Optum's physician-led, value-based care model while receiving mentorship, professional development, and a guaranteed salary during your final year of training.

As part of Optum, one of the nation's leading healthcare organizations, you'll have the opportunity to build a rewarding career focused on improving patient outcomes, advancing population health, and delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.

Program Highlights
  • Receive a guaranteed salary during your final year of training
  • Eliminate the stress of job searching before graduation
  • Learn and thrive within an innovative value-based care model
  • Gain exposure to population health and the Quadruple Aim framework
  • Personalized mentorship from experienced Optum physicians
  • Smooth transition from training into practice
  • Hybrid learning opportunities with exposure to primary and specialty care settings
  • Only a few hours of monthly commitment while completing residency or fellowship
Why Optum?
  • Physician-led organization focused on clinical excellence
  • Practice at the top of your license
  • Patient-centered, quality-driven care model
  • National leader in value-based healthcare
  • Culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement
  • Local practice environment supported by the resources of a national healthcare organization
  • Access to a large, integrated network of specialists and support services
Compensation & Benefits
  • Compensation ranges from $39.60 to $59.86 per hour
  • Guaranteed salary during participation in the Physician Pathways Program
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Incentive and recognition programs
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
  • 401(k) with company contributions
  • Professional development and mentorship opportunities
  • Long-term career growth within Optum's national physician network
Qualifications
  • MD or DO
  • Currently entering or early in the final year of Residency or Fellowship training
  • Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Primary Care-focused training programs strongly encouraged
  • Passion for patient-centered, evidence-based care
  • Interest in practicing within a value-based care environment
About Optum Tri-State

Optum Tri-State brings together CareMount Medical, ProHealth Care, and Riverside Medical Group to create one of the region's most comprehensive healthcare organizations, serving patients across New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. Our integrated care model combines physician-led care, advanced technology, and coordinated specialty services to improve outcomes and enhance the patient experience.

Interested?

If you're a final-year Resident or Fellow seeking a smooth transition into practice, we'd welcome the opportunity to discuss the Physician Pathways Program and future Primary Care opportunities throughout New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Ohio.

Reply with your CV or contact information to schedule a confidential conversation.

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