Primary Care Physician

Optum AZ is seeking a Primary Care Neighborhood Physician to join their team in Phoenix, AZ. This clinician-led organization focuses on enhancing care for patients with complex needs, particularly Medicare Advantage patients post-discharge. The role offers clinical resources, data, and global organizational support to help clinicians deliver exceptional patient care and contribute to improving healthcare. Practice Info Focus on delivering enhanced care for patients with high hospitalization rates, frequent ER utilization, or complex medical and social needs Dedicated care to Medicare Advantage patients for 60-90 days following hospital discharge Manage primary care for complex patients while partnered with an interdisciplinary care team 60 minutes per appointment Patient encounters include clinic visits, virtual visits, and potential home visits with the Case Manager Responsibilities Deliver an enhanced level of care for patients with high hospitalization rates, frequent ER utilization, or complex medical and social needs Provide dedicated care to Medicare Advantage patients for 60-90 days following hospital discharge, including addressing social determinants of health, referral and medication management, care gap assessments, and more Manage primary care for complex patients while partnered with an interdisciplinary care team Focus on patient needs with 60 minutes per appointment Meet patients where they are, with clinic visits, virtual visits, and potential home visits with the Case Manager Support patients and caregivers in confidently navigating the healthcare system and available resources Improve clinical outcomes, patient experience, and quality of life through collaborative, team-based care Compensation Generous compensation package The salary range for this role is $226,000 to $366,000 per year Starting bonus available Relocation assistance is available Benefits Medical, dental, and vision coverage, including STD/LTD and UnitedHealth Group stock discounts Continuing Medical Education allowance with paid time off Company paid professional liability insurance, including tail coverage Excellent PTO package and paid holidays Generous retirement program with employer-funded contributions (401K) Comprehensive benefits package Incentive and recognition programs Equity stock purchase and 401k contribution Shift & Schedule Monday - Friday; 8am to 5pm No Call Requirements Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine, Geriatric Medicine or Family Medicine Active and unrestricted Arizona medical license or ability to obtain prior to start date Current and unrestricted DEA certificate or ability to obtain prior to start date 3+ years of primary care physician experience Preferred: Experience practicing in a value-based care setting Preferred: Strong familiarity with HEDIS measures