Primary Care Physician – Optum – Albuquerque, NM
Optum · Peoria, IL
About this job
Optum is seeking a dedicated Primary Care Physician to join our clinician-led care team. As an integral part of the Optum Care Delivery organization, you will have the opportunity to make healthcare better for everyone while helping your patients live healthier lives. In this role, you will work alongside talented peers in a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive environment designed to support your professional growth and personal well-being.
As a Primary Care Physician, your day-to-day responsibilities will typically involve diagnosing and treating a wide range of acute and chronic medical conditions, developing comprehensive patient care plans, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, and coordinating specialist referrals. You will also focus on preventative care and wellness education, all while utilizing the robust clinical resources, data, and support of a global organization to advance the health of your community.
Required qualifications for this position include:
- MD or DO degree
- Medical Licensure in the State of New Mexico, or the ability to obtain prior to employment
- DEA license, or the ability to obtain prior to employment
We are proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package designed to reward your hard work and dedication. Highlights include an attractive base salary, a sign-on bonus, a performance bonus plan, and comprehensive coverage such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and professional liability insurance. Additional perks include a generous matching 401(k) retirement program, United Health stock options, a robust relocation program, an excellent paid time off package featuring 23 days of PTO, eight paid holidays plus a floating day off, and a one-week paid Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance.
This opportunity is located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, a vibrant city known for its picturesque mountain views, 300 days of sunshine per year, and mild winters. Albuquerque offers endless outdoor recreation such as hiking, biking, skiing, and running, alongside a rich, diverse culture featuring local art galleries, theater, concerts, shopping, and renowned culinary experiences.
OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. 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. Please note that OptumCare is a drug-free workplace and candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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