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UnitedHealth Group

Internal Medicine Physician

UnitedHealth Group, Littleton, Colorado, us, 80161


Optum CO is seeking an

Internal Medicine Physician

to join our team in

Lakewood, CO

. 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. Here, you'll work alongside talented peers in a collaborative environment that is guided by diversity and inclusion while driving towards the Quadruple Aim. 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:

Dragon and AI charting availablePractice Manager on-siteEach clinician has a dedicated MAPossibility of 4-day work week;32 Patient Contact Hours / 4 Admin Hours2000 Average Patient Panel per PhysicianFull spectrum of primary care proceduresWeekday Call: Average once a month/starting at 5pmWeekend Call: Average 1 to 2 per yearAverage/Goal of 18 - 20 patients per dayThe culture is one of cohesion and clinic transformation.We are influencing change on a national scale while still maintaining the culture and community or our local organizations.As an employer of choice, we offer a full comprehensive range of benefits and attractive compensation package:

Guaranteed base salary for two yearsQuality and productivity bonuses availableCompetitive sign-on bonusMed/Den/Vis, STD, LTD, 401k with matchProfessional liability at no cost to clinicianPTO accrual model with the ability to borrow future PTOCME Reimbursement & Time OffStock Purchase Option/Executive Savings PlanPaid Parental LeaveAdoption AssistanceBright Horizons Back-Up Care™: In-home back-up child and adult/elder careBright Horizons College Coach™: Tuition Payment Planning & MoreStride Well-being Programs to help with health and lifestyle goalsPhysician Partnership ProgramPrimary Responsibilities:

As a Primary Care Physician, you will provide full scope primary care services.Examine diagnose and treat patients for acute and chronic conditions or concerns injuries, infections, and illnessesCounsel and educate patients and families about acute and chronic conditions or concernsComplete timely and thorough documentation using our EMR systemFormulate diagnostic and treatment plansPrescribe and administer medications, therapies, and proceduresOrder lab and imaging tests to determine and manage an immediate treatment plan and provide advice on follow upResponsible for the coordination of care with specialists and appropriate ancillary servicesCompletes all documentation and paperwork in a timely mannerMaintain quality of care standards as defined by the practiceSupervise Physician Assistants / Nurse Practitioners as neededRequired Qualifications:

M.D. or D.O.Must have completed an accredited residency in Internal MedicineMust be board certified in IM or Board Eligible for Medical ResidentsActive Colorado Medical License or ability to obtain prior to employmentActive DEA or ability to obtain prior to employmentPreferred Qualifications:

Experience in providing patient care under a population health model

Colorado Residents Only : The salary range for Colorado residents is $244,000 to $341,300. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. 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.

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.