UnitedHealth Group·Los Alamitos, California
Provide and manage direct patient care for patients of all ages, from newborns to geriatrics. Responsibilities include performing physical examinations, evaluations, assessments, diagnoses, and treatments.
Optum is looking for a Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant to join our team in Laguna Hills, CA.
The clinicians we seek are those who practice medicine with a focus on patient care, not volume.
We want our clinicians to take the time needed to truly address the patient’s needs.
If you’re looking to join a community that is making a difference in healthcare, Optum is the place for you.
At Optum, we are transforming healthcare nationally while providing high quality care locally.
Provide and manage direct patient care, including physical examinations, evaluations, assessments, diagnoses, and treatment. Patient volume is 18-20 on average See patients of all ages, newborns to geriatric age M-F, 8am-5pm
Robust Benefits Package and Bonuses Partnership Program CME Reimbursement and Related Time Off Paid License Renewals Malpractice Coverage Advanced EMR system in place Employee Wellness Program
New Grads are welcome to apply Unrestricted CA License CA DEA certificate required prior to start date Certificate of completion from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant school EMR Proficiency Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $109,500 - $164,000. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, we offer 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 us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
Optum 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. Optum is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Candidates must hold an unrestricted CA License, a CA DEA certificate, and a certificate from an accredited NP or PA school. New graduates are welcome to apply, provided they have EMR proficiency.
Market context
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