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As a part of the OptumCare network, New West Physicians is a premier multi-specialty group in Denver with several locations in the Denver Metro area.

New West Physicians is currently hiring a full time Hospitalist Board Certified in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine.

Our goal as an organization is to transform healthcare nationally, while providing Physician-led care locally. Our distinctive culture and set of capabilities enable independent physicians to succeed in value-based models of care and fulfill the Quadruple Aim of high-quality, high-value services and outstanding patient and provider experience. Optum strives to be the partner of choice for patients, physicians, employers, health systems and health plans.

Position Highlights:

• Flexible schedule, approximately 14-15 shifts per month

• Procedures not required but possible if desired

• Excellent support services including case managers, transitions of care program, complex case managers and social workers, so you can practice at the top of your license

• Manageable average daily patient census of 12-14 including admissions

• Position may require night shifts, approximately 2 per month

• Extra shifts available for additional compensation

As an employer of choice, we offer a full comprehensive range of benefits and attractive compensation package:

• Guaranteed base salary with sign-on bonus, as well as bonus potential

• Full range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, 401K with match, etc.

• Professional Liability

• PTO accrual

• CME Reimbursement

• Stock Purchase Option/Executive Savings Plan

• Physician Partnership Program

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:

• MD or DO

• Completed an accredited residency in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine

• Board certified IM/FM or Board Eligible for Medical Residents

• Active Colorado Medical License or ability to obtain prior to employment

Colorado Residents Only: The salary/hourly range for Colorado residents is $288,631to $385,254 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.

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer 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.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.