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Physician - Outpatient Primary Care - WellMed Medical Group - El Paso, TX

el paso, TX

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Job description

Position Highlights

Quality vs. quantity - typically see 14 to 16 patients per day

Instead of RVU or volume metrics, our physicians are measured and rewarded on quality of care (physicians earn $50,000 bonus, paid semi‑annually)

Start with 184 hours PTO in first year, plus 5 days for CME, and the clinics are closed for 8 national holidays plus 1 floating holiday

Strong clinical support team that includes NPs, PAs, RNs, LVNs, MAs, scribes, nurse educators, case managers, clinic administrators, referral managers, coders, centralized scheduling, nurse advice line, and robust IT

Collaborate with our primary care physicians (IM & FM), hospitalists, and network of employed/contracted sub‑specialists

What makes an Optum Career different?

Be part of a best‑in‑class employee experience that enables you to practice at the top of your license

We believe that better care for clinicians equates to better care for patients

We are influencing change collectively on a national scale while still maintaining the culture and community of our local care organizations

Practice medicine autonomously in an ambulatory setting partnering with primary care, with a sustainable and thriving national health care organization

Compensation & Benefits Highlights

Guaranteed, competitive compensation model based on quality, not quantity, with significant earning potential, annual increases, and bonus eligibility

Financial stability and support of a Fortune 5 Company

Robust retirement offerings including employer funded contributions and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP for UHG Stock)

Comprehensive benefits plan inclusive of medical, dental, vision, STD/LTD, CME and malpractice coverage

Robust clinician learning and development programs

Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $237,500 – $384,000. 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.

Required Qualifications

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.), Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.), or M.B.B.S.

Board certification or eligibility in Family or Internal Medicine, or currently completing an accredited residency program

Active, unrestricted medical license in Texas, or the ability to obtain one prior to employment

Valid DEA license, or the ability to obtain prior to employment

Preferred Qualifications

Bilingual (English/Spanish) fluency

A working understanding and support of a managed care environment

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

el paso, TX, 88568, US

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