Physician, Medical Oncology

About the role

OptumCare® Cancer Care is seeking a Medical Oncologist to join our multi-specialty group located in Las Vegas, NV, to help shape the future of integrated, value-based cancer care. The role focuses on individualized treatments, shared decision-making between patients and physicians, and highly coordinated care. OptumCare® Cancer Care operates a state-of-the-art 55,000 square-foot Cancer Center at the gateway to the Las Vegas Medical District, with multiple locations across the Las Vegas Valley. Services include medical oncology, surgical oncology, imaging, semi-private infusion bays, angio suite, breast care, palliative care, genetic counseling, and a patient resource library. A new, full-service location in Henderson, Nevada, will open in September 2025.

Position Highlights

• Monday through Friday schedule
• Inpatient consults limited to established patients or those qualifying for services; consultations shared among the team based on volume and need
• Manageable patient volume
• Call shared among the team, assigned one week at a time
• Epic EMR
• Integrated team-based model including oncology advanced practice clinicians, breast care team, and radiation oncology team

Compensation & Benefits

• $150,000 sign-on bonus for external candidates
• Competitive compensation package including base compensation, sign-on bonus, and quarterly bonus plan
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, malpractice insurance with tail coverage, 401(k) with match, relocation costs, paid time off, employee stock purchase plan, parental leave, adoption assistance, 9 paid company holidays, and one week of paid continuing medical education
• Partnership plan available for physicians and advanced practice clinicians

Required Qualifications

• M.D. or D.O. degree
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Oncology or Hematology/Oncology
• Unrestricted license to practice in Nevada or ability to obtain prior to employment
• DEA License or ability to obtain prior to employment

Pay

The salary range for this role is $281,500 to $708,000 annually. The actual range and pay mix of base and bonus is variable based on experience and metric achievement. Pay is determined by factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, and other relevant considerations. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable.