Palliative Care Physician - Optum New Mexico (Dallas)

Optum NM is seeking a Palliative Care Physician to join our team in Albuquerque, New Mexico. 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, youll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

At Optum, youll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. Here, youll 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.

The Palliative Care Physician will manage high risk patients coming in and out of the hospital, or those with life-limiting illnesses. The physician will lead the team in high-risk patient care and the transition of care management. They will specialize in medical care that focuses on providing relief from pain and other symptoms related to chronic / serious illness. The aim is to provide comfort and improve quality of life for those suffering from chronic / serious illness. Palliative care is provided in tandem with regular treatment and in partnership with the patients primary care provider. The palliative program primarily manages care in the patients home; however, care may be appropriate or require in- office visits depending on the needs of the patient. Palliative Care requires a coordinated team approach, you must be able to have collaborative communication / interaction with other providers, nutritionists, social workers, nurses, etc.

In this position you will provide patient care that is compassionate, appropriate, and effective for the treatment of health problems and the promotion of health. You will enjoy working with our established team who are committed to delivering high quality care, adhere to ethical principles, and are sensitive to a diverse patient population.

Primary Responsibilities :

Supportthe transition of care management for patients coming out of the hospital or skilled nursing facility. In collaboration with the team, direct and manage a complete continuum of quality-based care within the interdisciplinary team.

Consult with patients to understand their health concerns and treat patients to provide relief from pain and other symptoms related to chronic / serious illness. Provide comfort and improve quality of life for those suffering from chronic / serious illness

Consult and coordinate with patients primary care physician and other specialists as needed

About Albuquerque :

300 days a year of sun-drenched and picturesque mountain views

Enjoy all seasons with mild winters

A Top City with the Cleanest Air in America, Thrillist

Top destination for hiking, biking, skiing and running

Top 10 ranking for Americas Best Cities for Foodies, Travel + Leisure

Diverse Culture - Art galleries, theater, concerts, shopping, music venues

A Top Big Best Cities for Active Families, Outdoor Magazine

Top 5 ranking for Secretly Cool Cities, Huffington Post

Compensation & Benefits Highlights

Med / Den / Vis, STD, LTD, United Health stock options

Continuing Medical Education allowance with time off

Robust Relocation program

Professional Liability Insurance

Excellent PTO package

Generous retirement program including employer funded contributions (401K)

Youll 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.

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine

New Mexico Pharmacy / DEA Registration or ability to obtain

Current MD / DO medical license in the state of New Mexico or ability to obtain

Preferred Qualifications :

Critical Care, Palliative, or Geriatrics experience

Experience in a managed care setting and working with medically complex patients

Working knowledge of Medicare Advantage Risk plans

Understanding of HEDIS measurements and delivering value-based care