Optum

Internal Medicine Physician - South Orange County

Laguna Hills, CA

$229-378k
full-time
Outpatient

Optum CA is seeking an Internal Medicine Physician to join our Primary Care team in South Orange County, 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 Highlights:

  • Schedule: Monday – Friday, no evenings or weekends
  • “Quality vs. Quantity Model”: Average 18-22 patients per day
  • Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team of health care providers
  • Daily administrative time built in Physician’s schedule
  • Comfortable seeing patients 18 years of age and older; chronic disease management, annual wellness checks, routine screenings
  • Appointment schedule: 40 minutes for new consults and 20 minutes for in office visits, screenings and follow-up appointments
  • Dedicated Medical Assistant and office support, so clinicians can focus on practicing at full scope of license

Required Qualifications:

  • Doctor of Medicine (M.D.), Doctor of Osteopathic (D.O.), or M.B.B.S
  • Board certification or eligibility in Internal Medicine
  • Active, unrestricted medical license in CA or the ability to obtain prior to employment
  • Valid DEA license or the ability to obtain prior to employment
  • Active BLS certification
  • Minimum 1-3 years primary care experience
  • Computer Proficient

The salary range for this role is $229,500 to $378,000 annually based on full time employment. 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.

About Optum

Optum is the health care technology and innovation company of the UnitedHealth Group enterprise along with UnitedHealthcare. We’re a global organization that’s evolving health care so everyone can have the opportunity to live their healthiest life. With our hands across all aspects of health, we'll provide you with a rewarding career that enables you to grow in the directions that best fit your passions. This is your opportunity to be part of a team that’s dedicated to Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Compensation Details

$229-378k

Location Insights

  • A+

    Access to Outdoor Activities

  • A

    Access to Parks

  • A

    Public Schools

  • A

    Overall

  • B+

    Access to Restaurants

  • B

    Commute

  • Total Population

    31,170

  • Median Rent

    $2,498

  • Median Home Value

    $861,800

  • Median Income

    $122,902

Posted September 8, 2025