Physician Assistant - Optum Primary Care, Tucson, AZ

Optum; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 104,500 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days PTO

401(k)

Stock options

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Physician Assistant to join their team. This full-time role involves practicing primary care with the support of clinical resources and a collaborative environment. Candidates should have an unrestricted Arizona NP or PA license and relevant certifications. The compensation ranges from $104,500 to $156,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and retirement plans. This is an opportunity to contribute to impactful healthcare initiatives.

Qualifications

• Unrestricted Arizona NP or PA license or ability to obtain by start date.
• Current DEA registration or ability to obtain by start date.
• National Nurse Practitioner certification or Physician Assistant certification required.

Responsibilities

• Practice Primary Care to the full scope of your license.
• Conduct 36 patient contact hours weekly with 18-22 patients per day.
• Answer urgent/emergent patient calls after hours one week every 2-3 months.

Skills

Experience in providing patient care under a Value Based Care Model

Primary Care experience

Proficient in EMR systems & technology

Education

Unrestricted Arizona NP or PA license

National Nurse Practitioner certification

Current BLS certification

Tools

EPIC EMR system

Job description

Physician Assistant - Optum Primary Care, Tucson, AZ

Salaried and generous benefits including 23 days PTO

paid time off, 401(k), stock options

United States, Arizona, Tucson

Feb 21, 2026

$15,000 Sign-on Bonus for External Candidates

Optum is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our team in Tucson, AZ. 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:

• Practice Primary Care to the full scope of your license
• Full-time position; 36 patient contact hours weekly
• 18-22 patients per day on average
• EPIC EMR system with Dragon dictation
• Dedicated MA for rooming and support
• Onsite lab and pharmacy resource support for medication refills
• Clinic hours are Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
• Answer urgent/emergent patient calls after hours by phone, one week every 2-3 months

Compensation & Benefits Highlights:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, including STD/LTD and UnitedHealth Group stock options
• Continuing Medical Education allowance with paid time off
• Professional liability insurance
• Generous retirement program with employer-funded contributions (401K)

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:

• Unrestricted Arizona NP or PA license or ability to obtain by start date
• National Nurse Practitioner certification through AANC or AANP, or Physician Assistant national certification through NCCPA
• Current DEA registration or ability to by start date
• Current BLS certification

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in providing patient care under a Value Based Care Model
• Experience in Primary Care
• Knowledge of HEDIS measures, CAHPS, HOS, HCC Coding documentation
• Proficient in Medicare Annual Wellness visits
• Proficient in EMR systems & technology

Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $104,500 to $ $156,000. 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.

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.