Physician Per Diem - Same Day Services | Atrius Health
Listed compensation
$111.30–$193.27 /hr
The week · per this posting
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Job Description
Atrius Health, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Per Diem Physician to join our Urgent Care Department in Peabody, MA. 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.
Position Highlights & Primary Responsibilities
Physicians see approximately 2.5 patients per hour.
Our model focuses on patient quality rather than productivity. Provide high-quality care in a system designed to focus on value-based care.
- Access to Atrius’ medical specialists including behavioral health and dermatology.
- Flexible scheduling options.
- State-of-the-art/award winning EPIC EMR System.
What Makes an Optum Organization Different?
- Be part of a best-in-class employee experience that enables 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
Practice medicine autonomously, with the support, not restrictions, of a sustainable and thriving national health care organization
Compensation & Benefits Highlights
- Compensation based on quality of care not just number of patients seen
- Dedicated CME Time & Allowance
- Excellent PTO package
- Robust retirement package including employer funded contributions
Company Paid Malpractice Insurance and Tail Coverage
Atrius Health is a physician-led healthcare leader. We are nationally recognized for transforming healthcare through clinical innovations, quality improvement and a commitment to value-based care. Atrius Health delivers an effective system of connected care at practice locations in eastern and central Massachusetts.
We recognize the importance of a team–based delivery model, where primary & specialty care providers collaborate with hospital partners, community specialists and skilled nursing facilities — all working together to deliver high-quality care to every patient we serve. Together, we're making health care work better for everyone.
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
- Board Certification as a Family Medicine or Emergency Medicine Physician
- Certification to care for patients of all ages- pediatrics through adults
- Able to obtain Unlimited Licensure in the state of Massachusetts
- A minimum of 3 years of experience working in urgent care or emergency medicine
Active DEA License
The hourly range for this role is $111.30 to $193.27 per hour based on full-time employment. Salary Range is defined as total cash compensation at target. The actual range and pay mix of base and bonus is variable based upon experience and metric achievement.
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
OptumCare 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.
OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality urgent care to patients of all ages within a value-based care model. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including specialists to ensure effective connected care.
Requirements
Requires Board Certification in Family Medicine or Emergency Medicine and at least 3 years of relevant experience. Must hold an active DEA license and be eligible for an unlimited medical license in Massachusetts.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Urgent Care — Physician Career Context
Of the 40 active Urgent Care listings this role was benchmarked against, 5% are remote, 90% have no call, 50% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Massachusetts is 105.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.2% of Massachusetts clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
UnitedHealth Group holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 75/100, 1,418 active listings.
Urgent Care pay on WeekdayDoc is up 7.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
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