ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Associate Optum Physician Jobs (NOW HIRING)

previous page

Showing results 41-60

All JobsAssociate Optum Physician Jobs

Associate Optum Physician information

What is the difference between Associate Optum Physician vs Nurse Practitioner?

AspectAssociate Optum PhysicianNurse Practitioner
CredentialsMedical degree (MD or DO), medical licenseMaster's degree in nursing, RN license, Nurse Practitioner certification
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, healthcare organizationsPrimary care clinics, specialty practices, hospitals
Employer & IndustryOptum, healthcare providers, insurance companiesHospitals, clinics, healthcare organizations

While both roles work in healthcare settings and require licensure, Associate Optum Physicians hold medical degrees and provide direct patient care as licensed physicians. Nurse Practitioners, with advanced nursing degrees, also deliver patient care but typically focus on primary or specialty care within their scope of practice. The roles often overlap in clinical settings, but the key difference lies in their training and scope of practice.

More about Associate Optum Physician jobs
What cities are hiring for Associate Optum Physician jobs? Cities with the most Associate Optum Physician job openings:
What are the most commonly searched types of Optum Physician jobs? The most popular types of Optum Physician jobs are:
What states have the most Associate Optum Physician jobs? States with the most job openings for Associate Optum Physician jobs include:
What job categories do people searching Associate Optum Physician jobs look for? The top searched job categories for Associate Optum Physician jobs are:
Associate Optum Physician jobs near you
Infographic showing various Associate Optum Physician job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 28% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution.

Associate Patient Care Coordinator

UnitedHealth Group

Wantagh, NY • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

UnitedHealth Group rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 146 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

188th of 887 rated healthcare providers

Job description

O ptum NY/NJ, is seeking a Associate Patient Care Coordinator to join our team in Wantagh, NY . 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. 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.
Optum Pediatric Urgent Care of Wantagh, part of Optum, has an immediate opening for a friendly, patient focused and detailed oriented Associate Patient Care Coordinator to join our team. Associate Patient Care Coordinator is responsible for the completion of set processes and protocols. Works cooperatively with all members of the care team to support the vision and mission of the organization, deliver excellent customer service and adhere to Lean processes. Supports the teams in meeting financial, clinical and service goals.
Schedule: Office is open seven days a week. This role would consist of a 37.5-hour work week, between the hours of 7:00 am to 10:00 pm including holidays. The schedule will be determined by the supervisor upon hire. ( tentative schedule Sunday 7:00 am to 10:00 pm, Monday 7:00 am to 3:00 pm, Wednesday 2:00 pm to 10:00pm and Friday 7:00 am to 3:00 pm )
Location: 1167 Wantagh Avenue, Wantagh, NY 11793
Primary Responsibilities:
  • Greets patients, family members and guests with a friendly smile
  • Assists patients with signing in and completing registration
  • Schedule appointments for new or established patients
  • Follow the payment Security policy and procedures according to Optum Medical guidelines
  • Answers incoming phone calls in a courteous and prompt manner; directs calls and takes messages
  • Ability to maintain a work queue list- complete any pending actions ie referrals, scheduling appointments
  • Obtain referrals
  • Answers incoming phone calls in a courteous and prompt manner; directs calls and takes messages
  • Enters and scans patient's demographic and insurance information into Epic
  • Verifies insurance eligibility and benefit information; informs patients of insurance benefits
  • Assists physician and clinical staff by coordinating follow up care for patients; schedules referral appointments for patients and obtains authorization for diagnostic testing
  • Sends patient records to primary care physician
  • Ability to be cross trained as a medical assistant
  • Enters and scans patient's demographic and insurance information into Epic
  • Assists with other tasks as assigned

What are the reasons to consider working for UnitedHealth Group? Put it all together - competitive base pay, a full and comprehensive benefit program, performance rewards, and a management team who demonstrates their commitment to your success. Some of our offerings include:
  • Paid Time Off which you start to accrue with your first pay period plus 8 Paid Holidays
  • Medical Plan options along with participation in a Health Spending Account or a Health Saving account
  • Dental, Vision, Life& AD&D Insurance along with Short-term disability and Long-Term Disability coverage
  • 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Education Reimbursement
  • Employee Discounts
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program
  • Voluntary Benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance, etc.)
  • More information can be downloaded at: http://uhg.hr/uhgbenefits

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:
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • 1+ years of computer proficiency experience (be able to work with multiple monitors at one time)
  • 1+ years of customer service or healthcare related experience
  • Ability to travel to other offices if needed for coverage
  • Ability to be cross trained as a medical assistant

Preferred Qualifications:
  • 1+ years of experience working in medical front office position performing duties such as scheduling appointments, checking patients in/out, insurance verification, collecting co-pays, and maintaining medical records
  • Experience working with an electronic health record (EPIC)
  • Knowledge of Medical terms
  • Knowledge of insurance carriers and managed care plans
  • Bilingual English and Spanish

Soft Skills:
  • Ability to work independently and maintain good judgment and accountability
  • Demonstrated ability to work well with health care providers
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks to meet all deadlines
  • Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to speak clearly and concisely, conveying information in a manner that others can understand, as well as ability to understand and interpret information from others

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. 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. The hourly pay for this role will range from $16 - $29 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth 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.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
#RPO, #RED

What UnitedHealth Group employees say

Pay

Benefits

Hours and flexibility

Workplace

Get the full story on Breakroom

Apply