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Internal Medicine Physician - Optum - Los Alamitos, CA

UnitedHealth Group·Los Alamitos, California

$237,500 - $384,000/yr·Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·
Posted 4 months ago
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About the role

The physician will join the Primary Care team, managing an average of 18-22 patients daily under a quality versus quantity model, focusing on patients 18 and older with chronic disease management and routine screenings. Responsibilities include collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team and utilizing dedicated administrative time built into the schedule.

Optum CA is seeking an Internal Medicine Physician to join our Primary Care team in Los Alamitos, 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 Highlights

  • Schedule: Monday – Friday, no evenings or weekends “Quality vs. Quantity Model”: Average 18-22 patients per day Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team of health care providers Daily administrative time built in Physician’s schedule Comfortable seeing patients 18 years of age and older; chronic disease management, annual wellness checks, routine screenings
  • Appointment schedule: 40 minutes for new consults and 20 minutes for in office visits, screenings and follow-up appointments Dedicated Medical Assistant and office support, so clinicians can focus on practicing at full scope of license

Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • This position offers a guaranteed base salary plus incentive based on quality and performance Generous PTO, CME time, and clinics are closed for nine company observed holidays 401k with company match, and
  • UHG
  • Employee
  • Stock
  • Purchase
  • Program
  • Comprehensive
  • Benefits: Health, Vision, & Dental, Life insurance and LTD Company paid medical malpractice coverage Continued professional growth & leadership opportunities including Physician Partnership 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

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.), Doctor of Osteopathic (D.O.), or M.B.B.S Board certification or eligibility in Internal Medicine Active, unrestricted medical license in CA or the ability to obtain prior to employment Valid DEA license or the ability to obtain prior to employment Active BLS certification Minimum 1-3 years primary care experience Computer Proficient Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $237,500 - $384,000. 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.

UnitedHealth Group 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. UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.), Doctor of Osteopathic (D.O.), or M.B.B.S degree and be board certified or eligible in Internal Medicine. A minimum of 1-3 years of primary care experience, an active California medical license, a valid DEA license, and active BLS certification are required.

  • postgraduate degree
  • BLS Certification
  • Patient Care
  • Electronic Health Records
  • Primary Care
  • Internal Medicine
  • DEA License
  • Multi-disciplinary Team Collaboration
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Medical Assistant Support
  • Annual Wellness Checks
  • Routine Screenings

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$237,500 - $384,000/yr
Location
Los Alamitos, California
Posted
Mar 23, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

UnitedHealth Group

UnitedHealth Group is a health care and well-being company with a mission to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. We are 340,000 colleagues in two distinct and complementary businesses working to help build a modern,...

Salary listed on 2,358 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePublic Company
Size10,001+ employees
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In California, physician openings are typically driven by ongoing demand across large health systems, outpatient groups, and specialty practices, with competition shaped by board eligibility, licensure, and specialty fit. For this role category, candidates are often compared on clinical experience, communication skills, and readiness to work within team-based care. The job requirements and benefits on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving candidates research time. Review the CPT and BLS requirements carefully and confirm your experience aligns with the listed laboratory and acute-care expectations before applying.

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