Job Details2024-05-20T13:50:10+00:00

Oncology Physician (Per Diem) – Optum Cancer Care, Everett, WA

Requisition Number: 2295294
Job Category: Healthcare Delivery
Primary Location: Everett, WA

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Optum WA, (formerly The Everett Clinic) is seeking a Per Diem Hematology/Oncology Physician to join our team in Everett, WA. 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.

Here are the highlights of this excellent opportunity:

The region and community 

  • Variable and exciting patient mix in the fasting developing, vibrant, and highly sought-after suburban area, just half an hour north of metro Seattle and 1.5 hours south of Vancouver, BC, Canada. 
  • Close proximity to major metropolitan areas without the crowds or traffic 
  • Fantastic outdoor activities in the unparalleled beauty of the nearby lakes, and National Parks 
  • Great school districts and ideal for raising a family

The oncology care program

  • Comprehensive cancer care program, COC credited. ASCO QOPI certified
  • Ranked top in WA State and nationwide as a high value, high quality cancer care program
  • Fully integrated surgical oncology, radiation oncology, integrative medicine, naturopathic oncology, psychology, patient support/social worker, nutritionist service — all under one roof!
  • Active research program, opportunities to be PI or sub-PI of clinical trials
  • Dedicated tumor board meetings for multiple cancer types (GI/GU, liver cancer, breast, lung, neuro-oncology, hematologic malignancies)
  • Cutting edge technology and diagnostics with onsite PET scan offering PSMA PET, FES PET, and all the conventional PET/CT scans
  • Inpatient hospitalists and IR support at the next-door Providence Regional Medical Center in Everett
  • Excellent and designated inpatient oncology floor, capable of inpatient induction chemotherapy for AML, ALL, aggressive lymphomas
  • Close working relationship with university and academic centers

The Oncology/Hematology Practice

  • General oncology practice, working with five other oncologists and 5 mid-level practitioners, with the potential to develop your own special interest in specific areas of oncology and hematology
  • Faculty position of the Washington State University Medical College Residency program, precepting residents and medical students
  • Built in Primary Care referral bases with multiple referral sources from the community
  • Team RN care coordinator and scheduler, as well as robust financial authorization department
  • Full infusion service including conventional chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and oral chemo dispensary
  • Survivorship and palliative care programs
  • EPIC EMR system with BEACON 

The Everett Clinic joined Optum in 2019, working together across the Puget Sound, the partnership means we’re able to expand our services and locations to offer even more services. As we grow, we’ll keep on giving you top-quality care, just as we always have. Together, we’re making health care work better for everyone.

Required Qualifications:

  • Unrestricted Washington Physician (MD/ DO) License or ability to obtain prior to employment
  • Successful completion of Residency/Fellowship at an accredited program or ability to obtain prior to employment
  • Board Certified or Board Eligible for medical oncology or hematology and oncology

The hourly range for this role is $152.64 to $286.30 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 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. 
 

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an 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. 
  
OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. 

Additional Job Detail Information

Requisition Number 2295294

Business Segment Optum Care Delivery

Employee Status Temporary

Job Level Individual Contributor

Travel No

Country: US

Overtime Status Non-exempt

Schedule Part-time

Shift Day Job

Telecommuter Position No

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