Optum CA is seeking an Orthopedic Surgery Physician Assistant to join our team in Highland, CA. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.

As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you’ll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

At Optum, you’ll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. Here, you’ll work alongside talented peers in a collaborative environment that is guided by diversity and inclusion while driving towards the Quadruple Aim. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Position Details:

• Full-time 
• Clinic Schedule: 2-3 days a week 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. with 1-hour available for lunch
• OR Schedule varies (2-3 days a week working as a first assistant)
• No Call
• No Weekends
• No Holidays
• Clinical support staff; cast techs for casting, rooming patients, vitals, RX refills, and follow up appointments 

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:

• New Graduates will be considered
• Unrestricted California State Medical License 
• Current California DEA certificate required to start 

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in an Orthopedic Surgery role

Benefits:

• Robust Benefits Package and Bonuses
• Partnership Program
• CME Reimbursement and Related Time Off
• Paid License Renewals
• Malpractice Coverage
• Advanced EMR system in place
• Employee Wellness Program

California Residents Only: The salary range for this role is $114,784 to $160,000 per year.  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 local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. 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. 

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