Medical Director, Inpatient | Do your life’s best work

Optum CA is seeking a Medical Director, Inpatient, to join our team in Irvine, 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 will be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

At Optum, you will 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.

Required Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience
• Unrestricted CA State Medical License (or willing to obtain if out of state)
• Current CA DEA certificate required prior to start date
• Board Certified in Internal Medicine
• 5+ years in a leadership role over a large hospitalist program or equivalent
• Solid clinical training including ongoing practice
• EMR Proficient

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in management or fellowship training
• FHM or SFHM status
• Track record of change management and driving outcomes
• Understanding of managed care operations including IPAs, ACOs, full risk contracting models or equivalent
• Excellent time management skills

Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $300,000 - $335,000. 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.

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.