Hospitalist / Nocturnist
Company: Optum California
Location: Costa Mesa
Posted on: January 27, 2023
Job Description:
Life Changing Work Want to make a real difference in the lives
you touch? LOOK NO FURTHER. Optum is a physician-led, close-knit
team that has been long-respected in Southern California. We are
passionate about patients. We are leading the state of California
toward better healthcare practices. And we are looking for amazing
doctors like you. As part of our continued growth, Optum is looking
for Full-Time Nocturnist to join our team in Orange County. The
Clinicians we seek are those who practice medicine with a focus on
patient care, not volume. We want our Clinicians to take the time
needed to truly address the patient s needs. If you re looking to
join a physician-led community that is making a difference in
healthcare, Optum is the place for you. Position Highlights:
- Coverage: Three affiliated hospitals in Orange County
region
- Schedule:12-hour shifts 7:00 PM 7:00 AM /1:00 PM 1:00 AM
- Conduct hospital rounds on all patients referred to the
service
- Provide patient care in a manner consistent with hospital
medical staff by-laws and referring physician requests
- Communicates with families, referring physicians, specialists,
administration and hospital departments in the care and treatment
of patients referred to the service
- Work with hospitals and clinical staff, social services,
utilization management and other members of the interdisciplinary
teams
- Collaborates with interdisciplinary team to discuss patients
progress, variances and achievement of expected outcomes and plan
of care
- Assumes responsibility to ensure that all necessary
documentation is accurate, complete, and timely including medical
records, billing/coding and any other such documentation as
requested by hospital from time to time
- Attends and completes all specific competencies and annual
organizational requirements Requirements:
- Unrestricted California State Medical License
- Current California DEA certificate
- Board Certified Internal Medicine
- Minimum 1-2 years experience preferred
- EMR proficient
- Ability to work both shifts on a full-time basis
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic
- Self-starter with ability to practice with a high degree of
independence
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Managed Care and Medi-Cal experience desirable We offer
competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit package
including medical malpractice coverage and tail policy, generous
Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays, CME time and dollars, medical,
dental and vision benefits, company paid life insurance, bonus
potential. Full COVID-19 vaccination is an essential requirement of
this role. UnitedHealth Group will adhere to all federal, state,
and local regulations as well as all client requirements and will
obtain necessary proof of vaccination prior to employment to ensure
compliance. About Us: We re changing health care for the better by
improving access to affordable, high quality care, and working
together to improve the patient experience. That takes passion,
commitment, intense focus and the ability to contribute effectively
in a highly collaborative team environment. All this together is
your time to do your life s best work. SM Diversity creates a
healthier atmosphere: Optum and its affiliated medical practices
are Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers 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. Optum and its
affiliated medical practices is a drug-free workplace. Candidates
are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Keywords: Optum California, Costa Mesa , Hospitalist / Nocturnist, Healthcare , Costa Mesa, California
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