Family Medicine Resident

Optum is seeking a PGY3 Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Resident or a fellow completing their fellowship to join our Primary Care Pathway Program.

This temporary per diem role is intended for 3rd-year physician residents who are interested in securing a full-time position with our primary care group in the Inland Empire area in California, following the completion of their residency.

Optum will educate and prepare the physician for next-generation population health models in a top-notch patient and provider setting. The customized program will be completed virtually, with deep exposure to primary care within a team-based practice environment, requiring a commitment of only a few hours per month.

Benefits of Joining the Physician Pathway Program at Optum:

• A generous guaranteed salary during residency and a sign-on bonus
• Enhance the experience of your final months of training and eliminate the burden of job searching
• Learn how to operate and thrive in a value-based care model in a system that is driving population health initiatives and developing best practices that are being adopted nationally
• Gain exposure to the Quadruple Aim framework
• Enhance your practice understanding with learning focused on a wide range of care settings, including ambulatory care settings, hospitals, urgent care, telemedicine, and patient-centered medical homes
• Receive mentorship from experienced physicians who are excited to share their knowledge and prepare you to help us shape the future of care
• Program participation does not interfere with the clinical responsibilities of your training program

Required Qualifications:

• M.D. or D.O.
• Must be in your 3rd year of residency or early into their 3rd year or completing a fellowship

At Optum, we've found that putting clinicians at the center of care is the best way to improve lives. Our physician-led organization is one of the most dynamic and progressive health care organizations in the world, serving over 17 million people through more than 45,000 aligned physicians and 9,000 advanced practice clinicians. You will find our team working in local clinics, surgery centers and urgent care centers, within care models focused on managing risk, higher quality outcomes and driving change through collaboration and innovation. Learn more at www.workatoptum.com.

The salary/hourly range for $40,000 to $50,000. 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.

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.