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Primary Care Physician - Optum - Carson, CA

UnitedHealth Group
Carson, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/9/2026

Optum CA is seeking a Primary Care Physician to join our team in Carson, 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:

  • Clinic hours M-F 8am - 5pm (no call, no weekends)
  • Manage patient care in outpatient setting 
  • Consults, follow-up appointments, well-checks, schedule screenings 
  • Comfortable seeing patients of all ages; primarily adults/senior base 
  • Average Daily Patient Census: 18-20 patients 
  • Appointment schedule 40 min new pt, 20 min follow up pt visits 
  • Dedicated support staff of nurses and medical assistants


Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Robust Benefits Package and Bonuses
  • Leadership Pathways and Partnership
  • CME Reimbursement and Related Time Off
  • 401K Matching after 1 year
  • Paid License Renewals
  • Malpractice Coverage
  • Volunteer Opportunities
  • Employee Wellness Program
  • Student Loan Repayment 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:

  • Unrestricted California State Medical License
  • Current California DEA certificate
  • EMR Proficient


Preferred Qualifications

  • Bilingual Spanish speaking
  • 1 year experience working in primary care

 

Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $238,500 - $392,500. 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.

 

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 : $238,500 - $392,500

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