UnitedHealth Group - Sandy, UT
posted 4 months ago
About the position
Optum UT is seeking a Primary Care Physician to join our team in Sandy, Utah. 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. This is a traditional outpatient primary care medicine practice supporting patients from Salt Lake City and its surrounding communities. The practice involves seeing an average of 18 patients per day, focusing on the adult population. You will be part of a collegial group of Primary Care physicians and Advanced Practice Clinicians, ensuring a supportive work environment. The position offers a work-life balance with flexible shifts, typically a full-time 5-day work week, and there are no inpatient responsibilities. Call is light and shared, with Advanced Practice Clinician (PA/NP) support available. The location in Sandy is incredible, situated in the East bench at the base of the Wasatch Mountain Range, providing countless options for outdoor exploration year-round. Sandy is conveniently located within 20 miles of Salt Lake City and several world-class ski resorts. 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.
Responsibilities
- Provide outpatient primary care to adult patients.
- Manage an average of 18 patients per day.
- Collaborate with a collegial group of Primary Care physicians and Advanced Practice Clinicians.
- Maintain a work-life balance with flexible shifts, typically a 5-day work week.
- Participate in shared light call responsibilities.
- Support and mentor Advanced Practice Clinicians (PA/NP).
- Contribute to practice ideas and initiatives to improve patient care.
Requirements
- BC/BE in Family/Internal Medicine or ability to obtain prior to start date.
- Unrestricted UT medical license or ability to obtain prior to start date.
- Current DEA registration or ability to obtain prior to start date.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience with HEDIS scores, Star Ratings, and risk adjustment.
- Experience with Value Based Care.
Benefits
- Collaborative work environment.
- Supportive clinical resources and data.
- Opportunities for professional development.
- Flexible work-life balance.
