Neurologist - Los Angeles

Optum CA is seeking a Neurologist to join our team in Downey, CA. 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 will be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone. At Optum, you will have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives.

Here, you will 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 erience 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, and growing together.

• Location:
  
  10441 Lakewood Blvd. Suite B, Downey CA 90241
• Outpatient based only
• Schedule:
  
  Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, no evenings, weekends or call schedule
• Consults, follow‑up appointments with daily admin time built into schedule
• Manage care for patients with neurological conditions / deficits including post‑stroke, dementia, Alzheimer’s, epilepsy, migraines
• Patient schedule:
  Average of 18 – 20 patients per day
• Medical Assistant and support staff with specialty department

We offer competitive compensation including sign‑on incentive, specialty incentive and a comprehensive benefit package including medical malpractice coverage and tail policy, generous PTO and holidays, CME time and dollars, medical, dental and vision benefits, company‑paid life insurance, bonus potential. You will 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.

• BE/BC Neurology
• Unrestricted CA Physician License
• Current CA DEA certificate required prior to start date
• Welcome 2025 grads!
• EMR proficient
• Excellent time management skills

Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $250,500 to $440,500. 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 401(k) contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).

United Health Group 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. United Health Group is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Seniority level:
Entry level.

Employment type:

Full‑time. Job function:
Health Care Provider. Industries:
Health and Human Services.