Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Associate- Springfield, OR
- Job Category: Clinical
- Primary Location: Springfield, OR
- Schedule: Full-time
- Req #: 400682
As a part of Optum, the largest network of medical groups in the country,
Oregon Medical Group
is seeking aNurse Practitioner or Physician Associate
to join ourRheumatology Care
team in Eugene, OR. Join a team that empowers you from the start and values work-life balance, teamwork and trust. We offer comprehensive benefits and competitive pay. Elevate your career with us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.Practice Highlights
Team-Based Practice Model
Strong mentorship available within the department
Competitive compensation, benefits, CME and personal leave
4-Day Work Week
Full-time or Part-time
New Grads with and interest in Rheumatology welcome!
Manage patient care in outpatient setting
Average Daily Patient Census: 16-18 patients
Comfortable seeing ages 18+ to geriatric aged patients
Medical Assistant to support clinician; rooming patients, vitals, RX refills, follow up appointments.
EMR - EPIC
DAX - AI-powered voice-enabled documentation solution
Leadership Pathways and Partnership
Primary Responsibilities:
Work at the top of your licensure while providing excellent care to patients
Provide care that is compassionate, appropriate, and effective for various health conditions
Care for patients with complex comorbidities
Practice evidence-based medicine
Work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team to provide individualized treatment for patients
What makes an Optum Career different?
As the largest employer of Advanced Practice Clinicians, we have a best-in-class employee experience and enable you to practice at the top of your license
We believe that better care for clinicians equates to better care for patients
We are influencing change collectively on a national scale while still maintaining the culture and community of our local care organizations
We grow talent from within. No matter where you want to go- geographically or professionally- you can do it here
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:
- Master's degree from a four-year college and/or a professional certification beyond a four-year college
- Unrestricted license to practice medicine in the state of Oregon or ability to obtain
- Certificate of completion from an accredited Nurse Practitioner/Physician Associate Program
- Current BLS from the American Heart Association required prior to start
Preferred Qualifications
:- 2+ years of experience in Rheumatology or Primary Care setting
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers 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.
“Working at Optum provides you an opportunity where you can learn, not just from the CMEs but from other staff physicians that have experience. It’s a team-based model, so you never practice alone – whether you are a new grad or you have experience.”
What makes the Optum organization different?
Providers are supported to practice at the peak of their license.
Our culture is one of clinical innovation, collaboration and transformation.
We recognize that if you want to provide good care and do it well, you can’t do it alone. This is the foundation of the team-based care model.
We are influencing change on a national scale while still maintaining the culture and community of our local care organizations.
Compensation & Benefits Highlights
- Competitive compensation
- Dedicated CME time and allowance
- Robust retirement package
- Student loan repayment program (available in specific locations)
- Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP) – discount on UnitedHealth Group (UHG) stock
- Physician partnership and incentive opportunities with Optum
- Growth, additional income opportunities and more

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Our mission calls us, our values guide us and our diverse culture connects us as we seek to improve care for the consumers we are privileged to serve and their communities. We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Our core values of integrity, compassion, inclusion, relationships, innovation and performance steer our actions and interactions. They also guide us to achieve our mission to help people live healthier lives and to help make the health system work better for everyone. And throughout it all, we are united by a culture that cultivates a workplace like no other.
