High Salary! Palliative Care Physician - Optum New Mexico
Company: Optum
Location: Chicago
Posted on: November 3, 2025
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description 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, 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. 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
patient’s primary care provider. The palliative program primarily
manages care in the patient’s 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: - Support the
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 patient’s 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 America’s 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) 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: - 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 Compensation for this
specialty generally ranges from $229,50 to $378,000. 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. PandoLogic. Keywords: Palliative
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