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Physician Resident - Paid Mentorship Program (Remote) - Optum New Mexico

UnitedHealth Group
Albuquerque, NM Remote Full Time
POSTED ON 5/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/28/2026

Optum in New Mexico is seeking a PGY3 Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Resident to join our remote Primary Care Pathways Program, a paid mentorship program.  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:

  • This is a temporary role intended for 3rd year physician residents, interested in pursuing a full-time role with our group following completion of residency.
  • Optum will educate and prepare the physician (virtually) for next generation population health models in a top-notch patient and provider setting.
  • The customized program will be completed at Optum NM facilities and/or virtually with deep exposure to primary care within a team-based practice environment that will require a commitment of few hours per month.

What makes an Optum Career different?

  • Be part of a best-in-class employee experience that enables you to practice at the top of your license  
  • We believe that better care for clinicians equates to better care for patients 
  • We are influencing change collectively on a national scale while still maintaining the culture and community of our local care organizations 
  • Practice medicine autonomously, with the support, not restrictions, of a sustainable and thriving national health care organization

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:

  • M.D. or D.O.
  • Must be transitioning into their 3rd year of residency or early into their 3rd year or completing a fellowship.

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy

New Mexico Residents Only: The hourly range for New Mexico residents is $39.90 to $59.86. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. 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. 

 

 

 

 

OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

 

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

Salary : $40 - $60

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