Optum/Colonial Healthcare | Primary Care Physician | Sumter, SC | $75K SOB

Colonial Healthcare, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Family Medicine Physician to join our growing team in Sumter, South Carolina.

At Optum, we are redefining health care through physician-led, patient-centered care. Here, you'll have the support, resources, technology, and collaboration of one of the nation's leading health care organizations while maintaining the autonomy to practice medicine the way it was meant to be practiced.

This is an opportunity to build meaningful patient relationships, make a lasting impact in a close-knit community, and enjoy a healthy work-life balance with a team that values innovation, quality, and collaboration.

Why Join Colonial Healthcare & Optum?

• Full-time outpatient Family Medicine opportunity
• Physician-led, patient-centered practice environment
• Work-life balance with a manageable schedule
• Autonomy to practice at the top of your license
• Established patient base with support to grow your panel
• Collaborative team of physicians, advanced practice providers, and experienced clinical staff
• Modern technology and EMR support through eClinicalWorks
• Access to Optum's extensive clinical resources, quality programs, and data-driven insights

Position Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive primary care services to patients of all ages
• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat acute and chronic medical conditions
• Develop individualized treatment and preventive care plans
• Counsel patients and families on health maintenance and disease prevention
• Prescribe medications and other therapeutic interventions as appropriate
• Order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic imaging studies
• Coordinate care with specialists and ancillary service providers
• Maintain timely and accurate patient documentation
• Support quality initiatives and evidence-based care standards

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a highly competitive compensation package, including:

• Competitive base salary
• Sign-on bonus
• Performance-based incentive opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Generous paid time off
• Company-paid malpractice insurance
• CME allowance and licensure reimbursement
• Relocation assistance
• Robust retirement and financial planning benefits

Required Qualifications

• MD or DO degree
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine
• Unrestricted South Carolina medical license, or ability to obtain prior to start
• Current DEA license, or ability to obtain
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications

About Sumter, SC

Sumter combines the affordability and welcoming atmosphere of a smaller community with convenient access to Columbia, Charleston, and South Carolina's beautiful coastline. Home to Shaw Air Force Base, excellent outdoor recreation, and a growing healthcare market, Sumter offers physicians the opportunity to make a lasting impact while enjoying an exceptional quality of life. With a strong sense of community, short commutes, and abundant recreational opportunities, Sumter is a place where both careers and families can thrive.

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.

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.