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How much do director optum nurse practitioner jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for director optum nurse practitioner in the United States is $134,369.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $111,000.00 and $152,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Optum Nurse Practitioner vs Nurse Practitioner?

AspectDirector Optum Nurse PractitionerNurse Practitioner
CredentialsMaster's or Doctorate in Nursing, valid NP license, possibly leadership certificationsMaster's or Doctorate in Nursing, valid NP license
Work EnvironmentLeadership roles in healthcare organizations, administrative settingsClinical settings, patient care environments
Employer & IndustryOptum/UnitedHealth Group, healthcare managementHospitals, clinics, private practices

The main difference is that a Director Optum Nurse Practitioner holds a leadership and administrative role overseeing clinical teams within Optum, while a Nurse Practitioner primarily provides direct patient care. The director position involves strategic planning, staff management, and organizational responsibilities, whereas the Nurse Practitioner focuses on diagnosing, treating, and managing patient health. Both roles require advanced nursing credentials, but their daily responsibilities and work environments differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Director Optum Nurse Practitioner job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 58% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 23% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $134,369 per year, or $64.6 per hour.

Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - Optum - Los Alamitos

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Los Alamitos, CA • On-site

$109K - $164K/yr

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Job description

Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant

Optum is looking for a Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant to join our team in Laguna Hills, CA. The clinicians we seek are those who practice medicine with a focus on patient care, not volume. We want our clinicians to take the time needed to truly address the patient's needs. If you're looking to join a community that is making a difference in healthcare, Optum is the place for you. At Optum, we are transforming healthcare nationally while providing high quality care locally.

Position Details:

  • Provide and manage direct patient care, including physical examinations, evaluations, assessments, diagnoses, and treatment.
  • Patient volume is 18-20 on average
  • See patients of all ages, newborns to geriatric age
  • M-F, 8am-5pm

Benefits:

  • Robust Benefits Package and Bonuses
  • Partnership Program
  • CME Reimbursement and Related Time Off
  • Paid License Renewals
  • Malpractice Coverage
  • Advanced EMR system in place
  • Employee Wellness Program

Required Qualifications:

  • New Grads are welcome to apply
  • Unrestricted CA License
  • CA DEA certificate required prior to start date
  • Certificate of completion from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant school
  • EMR Proficiency

Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $109,500 - $164,000. 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).

Optum 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.

Optum is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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