Primary Care | Manhattan Beach, CA

Optum; Manhattan Beach (CA); On-site; USD 260,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation bonus

401(k) match

Stock purchase program

Malpractice insurance

Job summary

OptumCare seeks a Primary Care Physician to build long-term patient relationships within an integrated care model. You’ll deliver high-quality, evidence-based care backed by collaborative teams and robust technology, focused on improving health outcomes for individuals and families in California.

The role features a standard weekday schedule (8am-5pm), outpatient management, and a patient mix mainly adults and seniors.

Qualifications

• MD/DO degree required and residency completed in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine.
• Board Certification in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine, or Board Eligible for residents.
• Active California Medical License or ability to obtain before start.
• CA DEA certificate or ability to obtain before start.

Responsibilities

• Monday - Friday / 8am - 5pm (no call, no weekends)
• Manage patient care in an outpatient setting
• Conduct consultations, follow-up appointments, well-checks, and schedule screenings
• Comfortable seeing patients of all ages, primarily adults/seniors
• Average Daily Patient Census: 18-20 patients
• Appointment schedule: 40 min new patient, 20 min follow-up patient visits
• Dedicated support staff of nurses and medical assistants

Education

MD/DO degree

Residency in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine

California Medical License

California DEA certificate

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Tools

EMR Proficient

Job description

Primary Care Physician
This role allows you to build meaningful, long-term relationships with patients while practicing value-based, patient-centered care supported by an integrated care model. Backed by Optum's resources, technology, and collaborative clinical teams, you'll be able to deliver high-quality care, improve health outcomes, and truly make a difference in the lives of the individuals and families you serve.

Required Qualifications:

• Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic (D.O.)
• Completion of an accredited residency in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine
• Board Certification in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine, or Board Eligible for medical residents
• Active and unrestricted California Medical License or ability to obtain prior to start
• Current California DEA certificate or ability to obtain prior to startCurrent Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to obtain prior to start
• EMR Proficient

Position Highlights & Primary Responsibilities:

• Monday - Friday / 8am - 5pm (no call, no weekends)
• Manage patient care in an outpatient setting
• Conduct consultations, follow-up appointments, well-checks, and schedule screenings
• Comfortable seeing patients of all ages, primarily adults/seniors
• Average Daily Patient Census: 18-20 patients
• Appointment schedule: 40 min new patient, 20 min follow-up patient visits
• Dedicated support staff of nurses and medical assistants

Compensation & Benefits Highlights:

• Sign-on and relocation bonuses
• Competitive base salary with performance incentives
• Generous PTO, CME days, and 9 paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match + stock purchase program
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage
• Company-paid malpractice insurance
• Paid License Renewals
• Professional development and leadership opportunities
• Holistic well-being support through our wellness programs, offering mental health resources, fitness solutions, and tools that help you thrive.

We deliver patient-centered, evidence-based care through integrated teams. Our mission is to help people live healthier lives and improve the health system for all. OptumCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or genetic information. Drug-free workplace.

For California Residents Only: The salary range for California residents is $260,000-$360,000 per year. 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 education, work experience, certifications, etc. 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.