Gastroenterology Specialist

Join Our Team as a Gastroenterology Specialist

Optum California, a part of the Optum family, is excited to welcome a dedicated Gastroenterologist to our esteemed team. As a clinician-led organization, we are transforming the healthcare landscape, providing an opportunity for you to enhance the lives of your patients in a supportive environment.

Your Role:

• Location: Engage with the community in a vibrant setting.
• Schedule: Enjoy a balanced work-life with a Monday to Friday routine.
• Hospital Call: Participate in a manageable call schedule.
• Patient Care: Oversee both new and established patients, ensuring thorough screenings and follow-ups with dedicated administrative time.
• Specialized Care: Address gastrointestinal disorders, including IBD, Crohn's disease, colitis, GERD, and more.
• Procedures: Conduct essential procedures such as colonoscopies and endoscopies.
• Collaboration: Work closely with primary care providers and specialists.
• Support: Benefit from a dedicated Medical Assistant for back-office tasks.

Why Choose Optum?

• Experience a top-tier employee environment that empowers you to practice at your highest potential.
• Contribute to meaningful change on a national scale while enjoying the community feel of local care organizations.
• Practice autonomously in an outpatient setting, collaborating with primary care within a thriving healthcare network.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Enjoy a competitive base salary complemented by an annual performance-based bonus.
• Participate in the Optum Physician Partnership Plan.
• Benefit from 23 days of paid time off, allocated CME time, and observe 8 national holidays.
• Access a 401k plan with matching contributions, an Executive Savings Plan, and an Employee Stock Purchase Program.
• Receive comprehensive health benefits, including medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• Enjoy medical malpractice coverage and a tail policy.
• Explore opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
• For full-time providers, a generous relocation package is available.

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Medicine (M.D.), Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.), or M.B.B.S.
• Board certification or eligibility in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology.
• Possess an active, unrestricted medical license in California or the ability to obtain one.
• Hold a valid DEA license or the ability to secure one prior to employment.
• Maintain active BLS certification.
• Welcoming applications from 2025 Fellowship graduates.
• Proficient in computer usage.

Commitment to Diversity: OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We value diversity and encourage all qualified applicants to apply, regardless of 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.

OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates must pass a drug test prior to employment.