What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pediatrician position at Optum?
Life Changing Work
Want to make a real difference in the lives you touch? LOOK NO FURTHER.
Optum is a physician-led, close-knit team that has been long-respected in Southern California. We are passionate about patients. We are leading the state of California toward better healthcare practices. And we are looking for amazing doctors like you!
We have immediate opportunity for Pediatrician to join our Pediatrics team in Long Beach.
Position Details:
Per Diem Schedule: varied shifts
Outpatient setting; call schedule TBD
Provide episodic and preventative care for patients; newborns to adolescent age
Treat childhood illnesses and injuries, chronic medical conditions
Consults, follow-up appointments, physicals, well-child care and immunizations
Requirements:
Unrestricted CA Physician License
Current CA DEA certificate required prior to start date
BC in Pediatrics
Minimum 3-5 years’ experience preferred
BLS, ACLS, PALS certifications
EMR Proficient
We offer competitive per diem rate plus medical malpractice coverage and eligibility for 401K program.
Full COVID-19 vaccination is an essential requirement of this role. UnitedHealth Group will adhere to all federal, state, and local regulations as well as all client requirements and will obtain necessary proof of vaccination prior to employment to ensure compliance.
About Us:
We’re changing health care for the better by improving access to affordable, high quality care, and working together to improve the patient experience. That takes passion, commitment, intense focus and the ability to contribute effectively in a highly collaborative team environment. All this together is your time to do your life’s best work. SM
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: Optum and its affiliated medical practices are Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers 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. Optum and its affiliated medical practices is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.