Endocrinology Physician | Greater Seattle
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from $227,000
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Job Description
Optum WA, (known locally as The Everett Clinic) is adding an Endocrinology Physician to join our team in the Greater Seattle area. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.
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. Here, you’ll work alongside talented peers in a collaborative environment that is guided by diversity and inclusion. We believe you deserve an exceptional career and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
Our Endocrinology team is a seasoned and diverse group of providers, caring for referred Optum patients within our community. Our newest team member will inherit a well established practice.
Practice Highlights
Outpatient opportunity includes office consults, follow up appointments, and outpatient procedures (20/40/60 schedule)
- Flexible scheduling options, such as a 4-day work week
- Dedicated 1:1 MA support
- Clinical support team of RN, dieticians and diabetic nurse educators
- Treat all aspects of endocrinology and metabolic disorders, with a population of patients ages 18 years and older
- Collaborate with other specialists and a dedicated clinical team
Your Support
- $40,000 in bonus compensation with no repayment
- Strong Base Salary + Quality & Production Incentives
- Continuing Medical Education Support
- $15,000 in Relocation Support
- Fully Paid licenses & Board Fees
- Comprehensive malpractice
Physician Wellness
Required Qualifications
- Unrestricted WA Physician License or willing to obtain at start
- DEA certification required or willing to obtain at start
- BE/BC Endocrinology
- Current BLS, ACLS certification
EMR Proficient – EPIC Preferred
Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $227,000 - $373,500. 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.
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
The physician will manage a well-established outpatient practice, treating patients aged 18 and older for various endocrinology and metabolic disorders. Responsibilities include conducting office consults, follow-up appointments, and outpatient procedures while collaborating with a dedicated clinical team.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an unrestricted Washington state physician license and be board eligible or board certified in Endocrinology. Proficiency with EMR systems, specifically Epic, along with current BLS and ACLS certifications are required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Endocrinology Physician | Greater Seattle at UnitedHealth Group a 7.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Endocrinology — ranked against 282 active Endocrinology listings on WeekdayDoc.
Endocrinology — Physician Career Context
UnitedHealth Group holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 76/100, 1,189 active listings.
Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$300k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $281k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$300k midpoint, that is roughly $12k–$21k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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