Primary Care Physician - Corpus Christi, TX - 2394515

Optum; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 210,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401(k) matching

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Primary Care Physician in Corpus Christi, TX to provide comprehensive medical care within a care team at WellMed Medical Group. You will oversee diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management of patients.

The role emphasizes high-quality care, coordination with specialists, and thorough documentation in EMR systems. Must hold a Texas medical license and have at least 36 months of experience.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Medicine with at least 36 months of related experience.
• License: Texas Medical or Physician License required.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical care for patients within the care team.
• Direct and manage a complete continuum of high-quality care.
• Treat chronic diseases and disorders.
• Review patient files, allergies, medications, and immunization status.
• Record patient medical history.
• Order or perform tests and imaging to assess patient condition.
• Analyze test results and diagnose conditions.
• Collaborate with dermatology, podiatry, and wound care specialists for comprehensive care.
• Participate in business and patient care meetings.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Medical knowledge

Clinical experience

Education

Ph.D. in Medicine

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Primary Care Physician - Corpus Christi, TX - 2394515

EMPLOYER: WellMed Medical Group, P.A.

JOB TITLE: Primary Care Physician

LOCATION: 1521 South Staples, Floor 3rd, Corpus Christi, TX, 78404

DUTIES

• Provide for the medical care of patients;
• direct and manage a complete continuum of high-quality care within the care team;
• treat chronic diseases and disorders;
• review patient file/record, including allergies, problems, medications, and immunization status;
• elicit and record information about patient's medic al history;
• order or execute various tests, analyses, and diagnostic images to provide information on patient's condition;
• analyze reports an findings of tests and examination and diagnosis condition of patient;
• participate with peers, employed specialists, such as dermatology, podiatry, and wound care for the comprehensive care of patient;
• participate in business and patient care meetings;
• and perform all other related duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

Employer will accept a Ph.D. in Medicine and 36 months of experience in the job offered or in a Physician-related occupation. Position requires 36 months of experience in the following:

• Provide diagnosis, treatment, therapy and management of patients according to current standards of care;
• Utilize managed care processes for cost-effective and efficient use of lab, radiology and extended service providers, including specialists, hospitals, skilled nursing providers, and other ancillary services;
• Complete timely and comprehensive medical documentation in EMR systems according to company standards;
• Conduct or directs education effective communications to patients, families, and other health care providers; and
• Conduct educational activities for organization's physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and their ancillary staff for the purposes of education and patient care.

Must possess a valid Texas Medical or Physician License.

RATE OF PAY

$235,000 / per year

UnitedHealth Group is working to create the health care system of tomorrow.

Already Fortune 6, we are totally focused on innovation and change. We work a little harder. We aim a little higher. We expect more from ourselves and each other. And at the end of the day, we're doing a lot of good.

Through our family of businesses and a lot of inspired individuals, we're building a high-performance health care system that works better for more people in more ways than ever. Now we're looking to reinforce our team with people who are decisive, brilliant - and built for speed.

Come to UnitedHealth Group, and share your ideas and your passion for doing more. We have roles that will fit your skills and knowledge. We have diverse opportunities that will fit your dreams.

BENEFITS

• UnitedHealth Group offers a full range of comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental and vision, as well as matching 401k and an employee stock purchase plan.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: 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.