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Physician Assistant - Optum Primary Care, Tucson, AZ
Salaried and generous benefits including 23 days PTO
paid time off, 401(k), stock options
United States, Arizona, Tucson
Feb 21, 2026
$15,000 Sign-on Bonus for External Candidates
Optum is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our team in Tucson, AZ. 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 Highlights:
Practice Primary Care to the full scope of your license
Full-time position; 36 patient contact hours weekly
18-22 patients per day on average
EPIC EMR system with Dragon dictation
Dedicated MA for rooming and support
Onsite lab and pharmacy resource support for medication refills
Clinic hours are Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
Answer urgent/emergent patient calls after hours by phone, one week every 2-3 months
Compensation & Benefits Highlights:
Medical, dental, and vision coverage, including STD/LTD and UnitedHealth Group stock options
Continuing Medical Education allowance with paid time off
Professional liability insurance
Generous retirement program with employer-funded contributions (401K)
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:
Unrestricted Arizona NP or PA license or ability to obtain by start date
National Nurse Practitioner certification through AANC or AANP, or Physician Assistant national certification through NCCPA
Current DEA registration or ability to by start date
Current BLS certification
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in providing patient care under a Value Based Care Model
Experience in Primary Care
Knowledge of HEDIS measures, CAHPS, HOS, HCC Coding documentation
Proficient in Medicare Annual Wellness visits
Proficient in EMR systems & technology
Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $104,500 to $ $156,000. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, we offer 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 us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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Worksite address
tucson, AZ, 85718, US
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