Supportive Care Physician - Optum New Mexico

Optum; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading clinician-led care organization in Albuquerque seeks a Supportive Care Physician to manage high-risk patients suffering from chronic illnesses. This role focuses on palliative care, providing effective patient relief and improving quality of life. The physician will work within an interdisciplinary team, ensuring comprehensive care delivery while maintaining a collaborative work environment. Join a culture centered on diversity and inclusion, and experience the rewarding career of improving healthcare for everyone.

Benefits

Med/Den/Vis insurance

Continuing Medical Education allowance

Robust relocation program

Professional liability insurance

Generous PTO

401K retirement contributions

Qualifications

• Manage high risk patients with life-limiting illnesses.
• Consult and coordinate with primary care physicians and specialists.
• Provide effective and compassionate care for patients.

Responsibilities

• Support transition of care management for high-risk patients.
• Consult with patients to relieve pain from chronic illnesses.
• Engage in collaborative communication with healthcare professionals.

Skills

Palliative care expertise

Interdisciplinary team collaboration

Compassionate patient care

Pain management skills

Education

M.D. or D.O

Current MD/DO medical license in New Mexico

Board Certified or in certification process

Job description

Optum NM is seeking a Supportive Care Physician to join our team in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.

As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

At Optum, you'll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. Here, you'll work alongside talented peers in a collaborative environment that is guided by diversity and inclusion while driving towards the Quadruple Aim. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be whileCaring. Connecting. Growing together.

The Supportive Care Physician will manage high risk patients coming in and out of the hospital, or those with life‑limiting illnesses. The physician will lead the team in high‑risk patient care and the transition of care management. They will specialize in medical care that focuses on providing relief from pain and other symptoms related to chronic/serious illness. The aim is to provide comfort and improve quality of life for those suffering from chronic/serious illness. Palliative care is provided in tandem with regular treatment and in partnership with the patient's primary care provider. The palliative program primarily manages care in the patient's home; however, care may be appropriate or require in‑office visits depending on the needs of the patient. Palliative Care requires a coordinated team approach, you must be able to have collaborative communication/interaction with other providers, nutritionists, social workers, nurses, etc.

In this position you will provide patient care that is compassionate, appropriate, and effective for the treatment of health problems and the promotion of health. You will enjoy working with our employees who work with professionalism, as manifested through a commitment to carrying out professional responsibilities, adherence to ethical principles, and sensitivity to a diverse patient population.

Primary Responsibilities

• Support the transition of care management for patients coming out of the hospital or skilled nursing facility. In collaboration with the team, direct and manage a complete continuum of quality‑based care within the interdisciplinary team.
• Consult with patients to understand their health concerns and treat patients to provide relief from pain and other symptoms related to chronic/serious illness. Provide comfort and improve quality of life for those suffering from chronic/serious illness
• Consult and coordinate with patient's primary care physician and other specialists as needed

About Albuquerque

• 300 days a year of sun‑drenched and picturesque mountain views
• Enjoy all seasons with mild winters
• A Top City with the Cleanest Air in America, Thrillist
• Top destination for hiking, biking, skiing and running
• Top 10 ranking for America's Best Cities for Foodies, Travel + Leisure
• Diverse Culture - Art galleries, theater, concerts, shopping, music venues
• A Top Big Best Cities for Active Families, Outdoor Magazine
• Top 5 ranking for "Secretly Cool Cities", Huffington Post

Compensation & Benefits Highlights

• Med/Den/Vis, STD, LTD, United Health stock options
• Continuing Medical Education allowance with time off
• Robust Relocation program
• Professional Liability Insurance
• Excellent PTO package
• Generous retirement program including employer‑funded contributions (401K)

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
• Current MD/DO medical license in the state of New Mexico or ability to obtain
• Board Certified or in the process of obtaining certification
• New Mexico Pharmacy/DEA Registration or ability to obtain

Preferred Qualifications

• Critical Care, Palliative, or Geriatrics experience
• Experience in a managed care setting and working with medically complex patients
• Working knowledge of Medicare Advantage Risk plans
• Understanding of HEDIS measurements and delivering value‑based care