Ortho Physician Assistant | Do your life’s best work

Optum CA is seeking an Orthopedic Physician Assistant to join our team in Covina, 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:

• Monday through Friday schedule 8:00 am-5:00 pm
• This position is primarily office based with 1-2 days of OR time on average. This position would involve primarily assisting with total hip and knee replacement but with opportunity to see other patients in clinic
• Clinic is approximately 2.5 days a week and surgery is approximately 2 days a week with a half day allotted to administrative duties. However, the OR schedule may be flexible based on volume of patients

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:

• APRN or PA-C licensure in CA, or ability to obtain prior to employment
• National certification through AANC or AANP or Physician Assistant certification through NCCPA or ability to obtain prior to employment

Preferred Qualification:

• 2+ years of experience in orthopedics

California Residents Only: The salary range for this role is $114,784 to $160,000 annually. 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