Rheumatology Job at Optum in California

Optum CA is seeking a Rheumatologist to join our team in San Fernando Valley, CA. 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 Details :

• Location : Northridge and Burbank
• Outpatient-based
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, no evenings or weekends
  • Responsible for office consultations, follow-up appointments and outpatient procedures
• Manage and treat patients with chronic Rheumatic diseases (musculoskeletal / systemic autoimmune conditions) in an outpatient setting
• Patient Schedule: Average of 18–20 patients per day
• Medical Assistant and support staff with specialty department
• Collaborate with Primary Care Physicians and other Specialists

Benefits:

• This position offers a guaranteed base plus an annual RVU production bonus structure with no cap, and an annual incentive plan based on access and patient satisfaction.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Vision, & Dental
• Leadership Pathways and Partnership Program
• PTO accrual increases with tenure; Year 0–5 accumulates 23 days of PTO, and observes 8 holidays where clinics are closed + 1 floating holiday
• CME reimbursement and related time off ($4500 and 40 hours for full-time teammates)
• Paid License renewals (CA license and DEA)
• Malpractice Tail Coverage
• 401k with match, Executive Savings Plan, and UHG Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Employee Wellness Program and Volunteer opportunities

Required Qualifications:

• BE/BC Rheumatology
• Unrestricted CA Physician License
• Current CA DEA certificate required prior to start date
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• EMR Proficient
• Excellent time management skills

The salary range for this role is $219,500 to $357,000 annually based on full-time employment. Salary Range is defined as total cash compensation at target. The actual range and pay mix of base and bonus is variable based upon experience and metric achievement. 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.