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Older Adult Complex Care Physician (Fm/Im/Geriatrics) | Mohawk Clinic - Springfield, OR

UnitedHealth Group Inc.
  • Springfield, OR
  • $237,500–$384,000 Per Year
21 days ago

Job Description

Oregon Medical Group, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking an Internal Medicine, Geriatric Medicine, or Family Medicine Physician to join our Complex Care Clinic team in Springfield, OR. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.

This is an exciting opportunity to help shape a developing outpatient program dedicated to caring for older adults with complex medical needs. Located at Mohawk Medical Clinic, the Complex Care Clinic provides enhanced, team-based support for high-risk patients who need more intensive care coordination and medical management than traditional primary care can offer.

Whether patients are recovering from hospitalization, navigating multiple chronic conditions, managing dementia, or facing functional decline, you'll have the time, resources, and interdisciplinary support needed to make a meaningful impact on their health, independence, and quality of life.

Build Something Meaningful

The Complex Care Clinic launched in 2026 and continues to grow as a specialized resource for older adults and medically complex patients. This is an opportunity to help shape the future of the program alongside an experienced physician leader and an engaged interdisciplinary team.

Practice Medicine the Way You Envisioned

  • Focus on medically complex older adults rather than high-volume primary care
  • Longer appointment times allow for thoughtful, comprehensive care
  • Manage a smaller patient panel
  • Average of 16 patients per day
  • Dedicated support for care coordination, medication management, and transitions of care
  • Opportunity to develop expertise in complex chronic disease management, dementia care, and geriatric syndromes

Work-Life Balance

  • Four-day work week
  • No inpatient responsibilities
  • Minimal after-hours burden
  • No traditional call requirement
  • Epic EMR with DAX AI-powered documentation support

Position Highlights:

Clinical Care

  • Provide comprehensive geriatric assessments across medical, functional, cognitive, psychological, and social domains
  • Diagnose and manage complex, multi-morbid conditions commonly seen in older adults
  • Lead care for patients with frailty, dementia, falls, mobility limitations, polypharmacy, and chronic disease burden
  • Develop individualized care plans aligned with patient goals and values
  • Conduct medication reconciliation and deprescribing initiatives focused on safety and improved outcomes
  • Facilitate advance care planning and goals-of-care conversations
  • Coordinate transitions of care following hospitalization, skilled nursing facility stays, and other acute care episodes
  • Collaborate with caregivers and families to support long-term health and independence

Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration

  • Collaborate closely with nurses, social workers, pharmacists, care managers, therapists, and behavioral health providers
  • Participate in interdisciplinary case conferences and care planning meetings
  • Provide clinical consultation and leadership to team members managing complex patients

Care Coordination & Systems-Based Practice

  • Collaborate with primary care providers and specialists to reduce fragmentation of care
  • Utilize population health tools to proactively manage high-risk patients
  • Support efforts to reduce avoidable admissions and emergency department utilization
  • Promote evidence-based approaches to complex geriatric care
  • Help advance dementia care and innovative models for older adult health management

Compensation & Benefits Highlights:

  • Competitive compensation with productivity and quality incentive opportunities
  • Sign-on bonus or student loan repayment options
  • Eligible 2027 residents may participate in the Optum Physician Pathways Program, offering paid mentorship, professional development, and a seamless transition to practice
  • Quarterly RVU bonus opportunities
  • Comprehensive relocation assistance
  • Leadership development pathways
  • CME reimbursement and dedicated CME time
  • Paid licensure renewals
  • Malpractice coverage
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • Employee wellness programs

Mohawk Medical Clinic is home to Oregon Medical Group's growing Complex Care Clinic, a unique practice dedicated to caring for older adults with complex medical conditions, functional challenges, and transitional care needs. Through a highly collaborative, interdisciplinary model, providers have the time, resources, and support to deliver thoughtful, patient-centered care that helps seniors maintain independence, improve quality of life, and successfully navigate complex health journeys. Physicians are supported by an experienced care team and a culture that values innovation, collaboration, and meaningful connections with patients and families.

Oregon Medical Group is a growing, multi-specialty practice that includes over 100 providers at multiple locations within the Eugene/Springfield area. We provide courteous and sympathetic treatment and the highest quality of care available. Together, we're making health care work 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.

Required Qualifications:

  • MD or DO degree
  • Completion of an accredited Family Medicine or Internal Medicine residency
  • Board Eligible or Board Certified in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine
  • Oregon medical license and DEA registration, or ability to obtain prior to start
  • Current BLS certification

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Completion of an accredited Geriatrics fellowship
  • EMR Proficient
  • Excellent time management skills

Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $237,500 - $384,000. 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.

Numbers & Facts

LocationSpringfield, OR
IndustryHealthcare Services
Salary$237,500–$384,000 Per Year
Company Size10,000 employees or more
Year Founded1977
Websitehttp://careers.unitedhealthgroup.com/

About Company

UnitedHealth Group is a health care and well-being company that’s dedicated to improving the health outcomes of millions worldwide. We are comprised of two distinct and complementary businesses, UnitedHealthcare and Optum, working to build a better health system for all. Here, your contributions matter as they will help transform health care for years to come. Make an impact with a diverse team that shares your passion for helping others.

What we do

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Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Being a part of UnitedHealth Group means working to improve health outcomes for everyone, including yourself. Here is how:

Caring. Your total health and well-being are important to us. Whatever matters most to you — we have resources to help you be your best at work and at home. The benefits range from free Peloton courses to financial counseling. Learn more about what we offer.

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Growing together. UnitedHealth Group is full of inspiring career stories, and we offer a lifetime of opportunities. Discover all the ways you can learn, grow and develop.

Skills

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