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Family Medicine Physician, Optum - Colorado Springs, CO

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Family Medicine Physician, Optum - Colorado Springs, CO

Colorado Springs, CO

CO Salary Range: USD 226,000.00 - 366,000.00 per year

Optum CO is seeking a Family Medicine Physician to join our team in Colorado Springs, 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.

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Position Highlights

  • Practice Primary Care to the full scope of your license!
  • Clinic hours are Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
  • Possibility of a 4-day work week
  • Minimal call time
  • Average/Goal of 18 - 20 patients per day
  • The 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
  • Patient rooms, office space and Medical Assistants will be ready for you on day one

As an employer of choice, we offer a full comprehensive range of benefits and attractive compensation package:

  • Guaranteed base salary for two years
  • Quality and productivity bonuses available
  • Competitive sign-on bonus
  • Med/Den/Vis, STD, LTD, 401k with match
  • Professional liability at no cost to clinician
  • PTO accrual model with the ability to borrow future PTO
  • CME Reimbursement & Time Off
  • Stock Purchase Option/Executive Savings Plan
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Bright Horizons Back-Up Care™: In-home back-up child and adult/elder care
  • Bright Horizons College Coach™: Tuition Payment Planning & More
  • Stride Well-being Programs to help with health and lifestyle goals
  • Physician Partnership Program

What makes an Optum organization different?

  • Be part of a best-in-class employee experience that enables you to practice at the top of your license
  • We believe that better care for clinicians equates to better care for patients
  • We are influencing change collectively on a national scale while still maintaining the culture and community of our local care organizations
  • Practice medicine autonomously, with the support, not restrictions, of a sustainable and thriving national health care organization

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

  • Current MD/DO medical license in the state of Colorado or ability to attain
  • Board Certified in Family Medicine or in the process of obtaining certification
  • Colorado Pharmacy/DEA Registration if applicable to practice

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Fluency in Epic EMR systems & technology
  • Experience in providing patient care under a Global Risk/Medicare Advantage Model

The salary range for this role is $226,000 to $366,000 annually based on full-time employment. 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.

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.

Client-provided location(s): Colorado Springs, CO, USA
Job ID: UHG-2281896
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • HSA
    • On-Site Gym
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
  • Parental Benefits

    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Remote Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Leave of Absence
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Paid Holidays
    • Paid Vacation
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Relocation Assistance
    • Performance Bonus
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • 401(K)
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program

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