Associate Medical Director, Urgent Care

Southwest Medical, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Associate Medical Director to join our team in Las Vegas, NV. 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.

• Responsibilities include overseeing scheduling, assisting with interviewing potential candidates and attending monthly leadership meetings.
• The schedule is ideal for those who desire an alternative work schedule and who do not wish to conform to a traditional five-day work week. The schedule is equitable and flexible, with ample time off.
• Additional shifts, which are paid at a premium rate, are also available.

Position Highlights & Primary Responsibilities:

• Supervise providers with respect to administrative functions including productivity, patient satisfaction, professional behavior, compliance with medical records and other administrative duties, etc.
• Responsible for onboarding and on-going teaching and support for providers at assigned site.
• Act as liaison between OnDemand Medicine division and OptumCare leadership and site providers.
• Responsibilities include overseeing scheduling, assisting with interviewing potential candidates and attending monthly leadership meetings.
• The schedule is ideal for those who desire an alternative work schedule and who do not wish to conform to a traditional five-day work week. The schedule is equitable and flexible, with ample time off.
• Additional shifts, which are paid at a premium rate, are also available.

Required Qualifications:

• Board certified in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Emergency Medicine
• An unrestricted DEA and Controlled Substance License (or ability to obtain prior to start)
• 3+ years of experience working as a Physician in an urgent care or emergency setting
• Experience in a leadership or administrative role
• Comfortable and experienced in treating high acuity patients (i.e. CHF, atrial fibrillation, chest pain, etc.)
• Ability to cover at other facilities if needed

Nevada Residents Only: The salary range for this role is $261,065 to $363,960 annually. 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.