Neurologist I Optum I Los Angeles County

Requisition Number: 2088546
Job Category: Healthcare Delivery
Primary Location: Downey, CA

Doctor consulting nurse at nurse station.

Life Changing Work.

As a part of Optum, the largest network of medical groups in the country, Optum is seeking experienced Neurologist to join our specialty team. At Optum, we are transforming healthcare nationally while providing high quality care locally. Work with the largest care delivery organization in the world and start doing your life’s best work. (sm)

Position Details:

  • Location:  10441 Lakewood Blvd. Suite B, Downey CA 90241
  • Outpatient based only
  • Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, no evenings or weekends or call schedule
  • Consults, follow-up appointments with daily admin time built in schedule
  • Manage care for patients with neurological conditions / deficits including post-stroke, dementia, Alzheimer’s, Epilepsy, migraines
  • Patient Schedule: Average of 18 – 20 patients per day
  • Medical Assistant and support staff with specialty department

We offer competitive compensation including sign-on incentive, specialty incentive and a comprehensive benefit package including medical malpractice coverage and tail policy, generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays, CME time and dollars, medical, dental and vision benefits, company paid life insurance, bonus potential.

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:

  • BE/BC Neurology 
  • Unrestricted CA Physician License 
  • Current CA DEA certificate required prior to start date 
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  • EMR Proficient
  • Excellent time management skills  

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Minimum 1-3 years’ experience in outpatient Neurology
  • Managed care background

 

For California Residents Only: The salary range for California residents is $271,900 to $382,400. Salary Range is defined as total cash compensation at target. The actual range and pay mix of base and bonus is variable based upon experience and metric achievement. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. 

 

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an 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. 

  

OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. 

Additional Job Detail Information

Requisition Number 2088546

Business Segment Optum Care Delivery

Employee Status Regular

Job Level Director

Travel No

Country: US

Overtime Status Exempt

Schedule Full-time

Shift Day Job

Telecommuter Position No

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