Physician Pain Management

Optum; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 398,500 - 667,500; Full time

Job summary

Optum in Las Vegas, NV, is seeking a Physician in Urgent Care to join the Pain Management team. The role includes clinical oversight of the anesthesia pain management program, direct patient care, and development of individualized treatment plans.

You will collaborate with RNs, physicians, and other clinicians to ensure high-quality, cost-effective care and positive patient outcomes. Requirements include MD/DO with board certification in anesthesiology and Nevada licensure, plus expertise in

Qualifications

• MD/DO with board certification in anesthesiology and Nevada license to practice.
• Experience in a multi-disciplinary pain management setting preferred.
• Expertise in invasive pain management techniques.
• Knowledge of broad pain syndromes and treatment strategies.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical oversight to the Anesthesia Pain Management Team.
• Direct patient care and develop diagnosis and treatment plans for patients referred to Pain Management.
• Oversee patient-centered care plans and development of care strategies.
• Perform invasive pain management procedures as appropriate.
• Coordinate with RN Team Leaders and other providers across care venues.
• Ensure cost-effective use of resources and participate in Multi-disciplinary Pain Management Team meetings.
• Support and promote collaboration within the Pain Management Team and with primary care and referring specialists.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Leadership

Team coordination

Education

MD/DO with board certification in Anesthesiology

Job description

Optum NV is seeking a Physician, Urgent Care to join our team in Las Vegas, NV.

Position Highlights

• Provides clinical oversight to Anesthesia Pain Management Team
• Participate in the interview, selection, orientation, development of clinical staff and providers.
• Supervision/evaluation of provider staff for compliance with all SMA/SHS policies and procedures, state and federal regulations, and standards of practice to ensure quality of care.
• Provide direct patient care including development of patient diagnosis and treatment plans for patients referred into the Pain Management Department.
• Oversight of the development and implementation of patient-centered care plans.
• Perform invasive pain management therapies as deemed appropriate
• Participates with RN Team Leaders to coordinate and communicate re: patients across all venues of care.
• Ensures cost effective use of resources
• Participate in Multi-disciplinary Pain Management Team meetings
• Ensure excellent communication and cooperation with the rest of the Multi-disciplinary Pain Management Team.
• Receives direction from Surgical Specialties Division Chief. Gives direction to: Providers re: medical practice issues within Anesthesia Pain Management Department. Works cooperatively with: Physician Chief of Industrial and Preventive Medicine, other members of the Multi-disciplinary Pain Management Team, primary care physicians, referring specialty physicians, RN Clinical Director, Division Business Director and Support Services Supervisor.
• Supports the overall vision of a Positive Patient Experience by achieving a positive balance of healthcare, cost outcomes and patient satisfaction on Pain Management Team.
• Facilitates quality of care, excellent customer satisfaction while achieving team specific financial goals.
• Supports SMA and network physicians by providing leadership and promoting collaboration with internal and external team members.
• Ensures that care meets the individualized goals of the treatment plan.

Required Qualifications

• MD/DO with board certification (or board eligibility with anticipated certification within the next 2 years) in anesthesiology and licensed to practice by the Nevada State Board of Medical Examiners
• Prior practice in a multi-disciplinary pain management practice is strongly preferred. Prior experience with a prepaid insurance plan is desirable, as is prior experience in managed care.
• Expertise in the performance of a wide range of invasive pain management techniques.
• Knowledge and experience in the diagnosis and medical treatment of a broad range of pain syndromes.
• Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated organizational skills.

Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $398,500-667,500. 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).

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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