Chronic Pain Management Physician

2 weeks ago


Sumter, South Carolina, United States Optum Full time

Join the Optum Team

At Optum, we are dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare services that prioritize patient well-being. We are currently seeking a Full-Time Chronic Pain Management Physician to enhance our team. This role is pivotal in diagnosing, treating, and managing various forms of acute and chronic pain, including cancer-related pain.

What We Offer:

  • Full-Time position with a focus on work-life balance
  • Autonomy to practice at the highest level of your expertise
  • Supportive environment to expand your practice and patient base
  • Utilization of an advanced electronic medical record system
  • Collaboration with dedicated physician colleagues and support staff

Compensation and Benefits:

  • Competitive salary
  • Sign-on bonus
  • Performance-based bonus opportunities
  • Comprehensive health coverage including Medical, Dental, and Vision
  • Generous paid time off
  • Company-sponsored malpractice insurance
  • Reimbursement for licensure and continuing medical education
  • Relocation support

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead an interdisciplinary, outpatient-focused pain management program offering a wide range of treatments and interventions
  • Diagnose and manage pain conditions related to nerves, muscles, and bones, including but not limited to sports injuries, arthritis, and concussions
  • Develop and coordinate a pain rehabilitation team, collaborating with various specialists to provide comprehensive care
  • Work closely with the pain management team to conduct thorough pain assessments and deliver effective treatment plans
  • Perform musculoskeletal evaluations and recommend appropriate pharmacologic therapies for chronic pain management
  • Utilize imaging technology for pain management procedures, ensuring real-time visualization during interventions
  • Implement evidence-based strategies to manage patients on high-dose opioid therapy and prevent misuse of controlled substances

Qualifications:

  • Board eligible or certified in Physical Medicine or Anesthesiology
  • Active and unrestricted DEA License or ability to obtain prior to employment
  • Minimum of 1 year experience in managing chronic pain
  • Proven ability to perform various procedures, including joint injections and epidurals
  • Demonstrated capability in safely managing opioid prescriptions

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Fellowship training in Chronic Pain, Occupational Medicine, or Addiction Medicine

At Optum, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life, and we strive to eliminate barriers to healthcare access for all individuals.

Optum is an equal opportunity employer. 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 maintains a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test prior to employment.



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