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Optum has a wonderful opportunity for an experienced primary care physician at our clinic in Yucaipa, CA. 
Set against the scenic backdrop of the San Bernardino foothills, Yucaipa offers a warm, family-oriented lifestyle ideal for physicians seeking both professional fulfillment and personal balance. The city features top-rated schools, safe neighborhoods, and a vibrant community.  Yucaipa is a place where you can make a meaningful impact on patient care while raising your family in a supportive and active community. 

As a clinician-led care organization, Optum is revolutionizing the way clinicians work and live. By joining the Optum Care Delivery team, you’ll play a crucial role in our vision to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone.

position Highlights – Your Week, Your Impact.  Step into a role designed for balance, purpose, and meaningful patient care. 

• Work-Life Harmony – Enjoy a consistent Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm schedule with no call and no weekends—your time matters, and we respect it.
• Focused, Outpatient-Only Care – Deliver high-quality care in a modern outpatient setting, free from hospital rounds or overnight shifts.
• Diverse Patient Engagement – See a variety of patients across the lifespan, with a focus on adults and seniors who value long-term, trusted care.
• Manageable Patient Load – With an average daily census of 16 patients, you’ll have the time to build relationships and provide thoughtful, personalized care.
• Thoughtful Scheduling – Appointments are structured for quality: 40 minutes for new patients, 20 minutes for follow-ups—no rushed visits here.
• Team-Based Support – You’ll be backed by a dedicated team of nurses and medical assistants, so you can focus on what you do best: caring for patients.

At Optum your dedication is not only appreciated—it’s rewarded. We offer a competitive guaranteed base salary with performance-based incentives that recognize your commitment to quality care and outstanding results.

  Here’s what else you can look forward to:

• Generous Paid Time Off – Recharge with ample PTO, dedicated CME days, and enjoy nine company-observed holidays when our clinics close so you can truly unplug.
• Robust Retirement Support – Plan your future with confidence through our 401(k) with company match and access to the UHG Employee Stock Purchase Program.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage – We’ve got you covered with medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term disability benefits.
• Peace of Mind – We provide company-paid medical malpractice insurance, so you can focus on what matters most—your patients.
• Career Growth & Leadership – Whether you’re looking to expand your clinical expertise or step into leadership, we offer ongoing professional development and a clear path to Physician Partnership.

At every step, you’ll be recognized and rewarded for your performance in an environment that challenges you, supports your growth, and gives you the tools to thrive—not just in your current role, but in the future you’re building.

  Why Choose Optum?

At the heart of everything we do is a commitment to making health care better—for patients, providers, and communities. Here’s what sets us apart: 

• Mission-Driven Impact : We’re united by a powerful mission: to help people live healthier lives and to improve the health care system for everyone. Your work here truly makes a difference.
• Rooted in Local Care: We believe in the power of community. You’ll deliver personalized, local care that patients know and trust—right where it matters most.
• Evidence-Based Excellence: We lead with science. Our care model is grounded in evidence-based practices, ensuring patients receive the right care, at the right time, in the right setting.
• Patient-Centered Philosophy: Patients are at the core of every decision. We empower them with the tools, support, and information they need to take charge of their health journey.
• Seamless, Coordinated Care: Collaboration is key. Our integrated care teams work together to navigate the health system efficiently, ensuring continuity, clarity, and compassion at every step.

What You’ll Need to Join Our Team:

We’re looking for a dedicated and compassionate physician who meets the following qualifications:  

• Medical Degree – Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
• Completed Residency in the United States – In Family Medicine or Internal Medicine
• Board Certified or Board Eligible – In Family Medicine or Internal Medicine
• California Medical License – Active and unrestricted, or ability to obtain before your start date
• DEA Certification – Current California DEA license, or ability to secure it prior to starting
• BLS Certification – Current Basic Life Support certification, or willingness to obtain
• EMR Proficiency – Comfortable navigating electronic medical records for efficient, high-quality care

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer 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.

 

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