Primary Care Physician - Shreveport, LA

UnitedHealth Group; Shreveport (LA); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive guaranteed salary

Up to 20% annual bonus

36 days off annually

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

Malpractice insurance with tail coverage

Retirement plans with employer contributions

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group in Shreveport, Louisiana is hiring Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Internal Medicine or Family Medicine Physicians. Join a physician-led environment focusing on quality care with a guaranteed competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

You will see 10-16 patients daily and enjoy a 4.5-day work week, no overnight call, and generous time off. Required qualifications include an M.D. or D.O. and an active Louisiana medical license.

Qualifications

• Board Certified/Eligible in Family or Internal Medicine.
• Valid DEA and CDS licenses (or ability to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Lead a physician‑focused, team-based environment.
• Practice autonomously with support from APRNs and RNs.
• Manage a patient load of 10-16 patients per day.

Skills

Clinical experience in adult, family, or geriatric care

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification

Education

M.D. or D.O

Active, unrestricted Louisiana medical license

Job description

At UnitedHealthcare, we're simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and optimized. Ready to make a difference? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together

Primary Care Plus (PCPlus), a value‑based care delivery organization, is seeking Board‑Certified/Board‑Eligible Internal Medicine or Family Medicine Physicians to join our growing team across Louisiana. Our mission is to provide a path of well‑being for our patients through high‑quality, cost‑effective, and coordinated care that delivers superior outcomes and satisfaction.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive guaranteed salary with welcome bonus
• Up to 20% annual bonus based on quality care metrics
• 36 days off annually (PTO, CME, and holidays)
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, STD/LTD, CME allowance
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• Retirement plans including employer‑funded contributions and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (UHG stock)
• Clinician learning and development programs

Primary Responsibilities

• Physician‑led, team‑based environment with support from APRNs, RNs, and a dedicated Quality Improvement team
• Focus on quality, not quantity - see 10-16 patients/day with 30-60 minute appointments
• No overnight call and 4.5‑day work week with early Friday departures
• Autonomy to practice at the top of your license
• Robust transitional care and high‑risk outreach programs
• Consistent feedback on quality measures, diagnostic accuracy, and hospitalization rates

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

• M.D. or D.O
• Active, unrestricted Louisiana medical license
• Valid DEA and CDS licenses (or ability to obtain)
• Board Certified/Eligible in Family or Internal Medicine

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification
• 1+ years of clinical experience in adult, family, or geriatric care

Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $237,500 to $384,000. 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.

UnitedHealth Group 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.