Primary Care Physician - Slidell, LA

UnitedHealthcare; Slidell (LA); On-site; USD 238,000 - 384,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed salary with bonus

Annual bonus potential up to 20%

36 days off annually (PTO, CME, andhol

Tail malpractice coverage

Retirement plans + stock purchase

Job summary

UnitedHealthcare is seeking Board-Certified/Eligible Internal Medicine or Family Medicine physicians to join Primary Care Plus (PCPlus) in Slidell, LA. This physician-led, patient-centered team delivers high-quality, cost-effective care with a focus on well-being and coordinated programs.

Compensation ranges from $237,500 to $384,000 with guaranteed base pay plus up to 20% annual bonus, 36 days off, tail malpractice coverage, and strong retirement and stock purchase options.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing plans of care and provide counseling and education to patients and families.
• Order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic studies.
• Order medications and treatments.
• Refer patients for consultations as needed (dermatology, neurology, ophthalmology, etc.).
• Document with detailed progress notes and summaries.
• Participate in rounds and conferences.
• Communicate management strategies to the care team.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to meet patient needs.

Skills

Board Certification/Eligibility

Louisiana medical license

Education

MD or DO

Louisiana medical license

DEA license

CDS license

Board Certified/Eligible in Family or Internal Medicine

Job description

Improve the lives of others while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Job Description - Primary Care Physician - Slidell, LA (2393086)

Primary Care Physician - Slidell, LA - 2393086

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 in making healthcare work better for everyone through people-led, responsible AI while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Join a Physician-Led, Patient-Centered Team Focused on Quality Care

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.

Why Join PCPlus?

• 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
  
• Competitive guaranteed salary with welcome bonus
• Up to 20% annual bonus based on quality care metrics
• 36 days off annually (PTO, CME, and holidays)
• 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:

• Assisting in the development of the plan of care in addition to providing appropriate patient/ family/significant other counseling and education
• Ordering and interpreting appropriate laboratory and diagnostic studies
• Ordering of appropriate medication and treatments
• Referring patients for consultation when indicated i.e. dermatology, neurology, ophthalmology, endocrine, surgery, intensive care, infectious disease, hematology, psychiatry, social service, dietary, etc.
• Documentation through in-depth progress notes and summaries
• Participates in patient care rounds and conferences
• Communicates patient management strategies to members of the patient care team
• Collaborates with members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure that patient management strategies are successful in meeting patient care needs
• Recognizes situations which require the immediate attention and initiates life-saving procedures when necessary

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

Preferred Qualifications:

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

Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $237,500 - $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.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are 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.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

UnitedHealth Group is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodation for any part of the application process, please call 1-866-566-8715 to be connected to Recruitment Services. Recruitment Services hours of operation are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday.

UnitedHealth Group is a registered service mark of UnitedHealth Group, Inc. The UnitedHealth Group name with the dimensional logo, as well as the dimensional logo alone, are both service marks for the UnitedHealth Group, Inc.

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.