Hematology Oncology Physician - Collaborative Team-Based Care

UnitedHealth Group; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 282,000 - 708,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation package

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group in Las Vegas, NV is seeking a Medical Oncologist to join OptumCare Cancer Care. This role offers a sign-on bonus, relocation support, and a comprehensive benefits package, including 401k, stock purchase, and long-term incentives.

The physician will provide inpatient consults within a team-based cancer care model, with a Monday–Friday schedule and manageable patient volumes, utilizing Epic EMR and collaborating with oncology specialists.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree.
• Board Certified/Eligible in Oncology or Hematology/Oncology.
• Unrestricted license to practice in Nevada or ability to obtain prior to employment.
• DEA License or ability to obtain prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Inpatient consults for established patients or qualifying cases with team-based coverage.
• Manageable patient volume with call shared among the team.
• Collaborate with an integrated oncology care team and use Epic EMR for notes.

Education

MD/DO

Board Certification in Oncology or Hematology/Oncology

Nevada license or ability to obtain

DEA license or ability to obtain

Job description

$150,000 Sign-on Bonus for External Candidates

Bring your expertise to Las Vegas-deliver exceptional cancer care while we support your transition with a generous sign‑on bonus and relocation package, all in the warm, sunny climate of the Southwest.

OptumCare® Cancer Care is seeking a Medical Oncologist to join our multi-specialty group located in Las Vegas, NV, to help shape the future of integrated, value-based cancer care.

It's time to lead. To innovate. To focus on patients. OptumCare® Cancer Care focuses on individualized treatments, shared decision‑making between patients and physicians, and highly coordinated care. We also have our very own state of the art 55,000 square‑foot Cancer Center located at the gateway to the Las Vegas Medical District. Together with our multiple locations across the Las Vegas Valley, it's how we're providing patients with the premium care they need and deserve. OptumCare® Cancer Care Services offers medical oncology, surgical oncology, imaging, semi-private infusion bays, angio suite, and breast care. We also offer additional services such as palliative care, genetic counseling and a patient resource library. OptumCare® Cancer Care will be adding a new, full‑service location September 2025 in Henderson, Nevada.

Position Highlights:

• Monday through Friday schedule
• Inpatient consults only involve established patients or patients that qualify for our services. Consultations are shared among the team depending on volume and need
• Manageable patient volume
• Call shared among the team, only 1 week at a time
• Epic EMR
• OptumCare® Cancer Care deploys an integrated team-based model including oncology advanced practice clinicians, a breast care team, and radiation oncology team to best serve our patients.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Newly updated, competitive compensation package that includes base compensation, sign on bonus, and quarterly bonus plan
• Comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, STD/LTD, malpractice insurance with tail, 401k with match, relocation costs, as well as PTO, employee stock purchase plan, parental leave, and adoption assistance, as well as 9 paid company holidays and one week of paid CME
• Partnership plan for physicians and advanced practice clinicians

Required Qualifications:

• M.D. or D.O. degree
• Board Certified / Board Eligible in Oncology or Hematology/Oncology
• Unrestricted license to practice in Nevada or ability to obtain prior to employment
• DEA License or ability to obtain prior to employment

The salary range for this role is $281,500 to $708,000 annually. Salary Range is defined as total cash compensation at target. The actual range and pay mix of base and bonus is variable based upon experience and metric achievement. 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.

OptumCare 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.

OptumCare is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.