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Primary Care Physician Residency Program - Remote Opportunity with Optum - Immediate Hiring for Final Year Residents

Remote, USA Full-time Posted 2025-11-03

Join the Optum Family: Transforming Healthcare with a Focus on Value-Based Care

Optum, a leading health services company, is seeking a Primary Care Physician Resident to join our team remotely. As part of the Optum Care Delivery team, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of healthcare and making a positive impact on the lives of millions of patients. Our organization is dedicated to making healthcare better for everyone, and we believe that our residents are the key to achieving this goal.

About Optum and Colonial Healthcare

Colonial Healthcare, part of the Optum family of businesses, is a primary care medical practice that focuses on providing high-quality, patient-centric care to families. Our mission is to enhance the overall quality of life for our patients by adopting a patient-centric approach that incorporates cutting-edge medical advancements while maintaining strong ties to family values. At Optum, we are committed to making healthcare work better for everyone, and we believe that our residents are essential to achieving this mission.

Position Highlights:

  • Competitive Salary: Receive a generous guaranteed salary in your final year of training
  • Flexible Work Arrangements: Enjoy the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the U.S.
  • Value-Based Care: Learn how to practice and thrive in a value-based care model
  • Mentorship: Receive mentorship from experienced physicians within your future practice, easing your transition from training into practice
  • Customized Program: The program will be completed at American Health Network facilities in Indiana or Ohio, and virtually
  • Minimal Time Commitment: The program requires a commitment of only a few hours per month

What Makes Optum Different?

At Optum, we are committed to creating a culture of clinical innovation and transformation. Our organization is dedicated to:

  • Supporting Providers: We support our providers to practice at the peak of their license
  • Delivering Exceptional Care: We consistently deliver clinical outcomes that meet or exceed national standards
  • Promoting Diversity and Inclusion: We promote a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion
  • Influencing Change: We are influencing change on a national scale while maintaining the culture and community of our local organizations

Key Responsibilities:

As a Primary Care Physician Resident with Optum, your key responsibilities will include:

  • Patient Care: Providing high-quality, patient-centric care to patients in a remote setting
  • Clinical Decision-Making: Making informed clinical decisions using data and evidence-based medicine
  • Collaboration: Collaborating with other healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive care
  • Professional Development: Participating in ongoing professional development to stay up-to-date with the latest medical advancements

Essential Qualifications:

To be considered for this opportunity, you must:

  • Hold a Medical Degree: Hold an M.D. or D.O. degree
  • Be in Your Final Year of Residency: Be transitioning into your final year of residency or fellowship, or be in your final year
  • Adhere to Telecommuter Policy: Adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy if working remotely

Preferred Qualifications:

While not required, the following qualifications are preferred:

  • Experience in Value-Based Care: Experience working in a value-based care model
  • Strong Clinical Skills: Strong clinical skills and ability to make informed clinical decisions
  • Excellent Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Skills and Competencies:

To succeed in this role, you will need:

  • Strong Clinical Knowledge: Strong clinical knowledge and understanding of medical principles
  • Analytical Skills: Analytical skills and ability to make informed clinical decisions
  • Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Adaptability: Ability to adapt to new situations and challenges

Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits:

At Optum, we are committed to providing our residents with opportunities for career growth and development. Our residents will have access to:

  • Tailored Development Programs: Tailored development programs, such as Physician Pathways, to smooth the transition from training to practice
  • Mentorship: Mentorship from experienced physicians within their future practice
  • Ongoing Education: Ongoing education and training to stay up-to-date with the latest medical advancements

Work Environment and Company Culture:

At Optum, we are committed to creating a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our work environment is:

  • Collaborative: Collaborative and supportive, with a focus on teamwork and mutual respect
  • Innovative: Innovative and forward-thinking, with a focus on clinical innovation and transformation
  • Flexible: Flexible, with opportunities for remote work and flexible scheduling

Compensation and Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including:

  • Competitive Salary: A competitive salary range of $33,280 to $41,700 annually (for California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, or Washington residents)
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package: A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Incentive and Recognition Programs: Incentive and recognition programs to reward performance and achievements
  • Equity Stock Purchase: Equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements)

Why Join Optum?

At Optum, we are committed to making healthcare better for everyone. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to:

  • Make a Positive Impact: Make a positive impact on the lives of millions of patients
  • Advance Your Career: Advance your career and achieve your professional goals
  • Work with a Collaborative Team: Work with a collaborative and supportive team
  • Enjoy a Flexible Work Environment: Enjoy a flexible work environment with opportunities for remote work and flexible scheduling

How to Apply:

If you are a motivated and compassionate physician looking to make a positive impact on the lives of patients, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your application, including your resume and a cover letter, to be considered for this role.

We look forward to hearing from you and discussing this opportunity further.

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