Dermatologist - Optum Washington
Job Description
About the Role
Join UnitedHealth Group as a Dermatologist - Optum Washington in United States.
Requirements
- BC/BE in Dermatology Ability to obtain a medical professional license in the state of WA Ability to obtain a DEA with full prescriptive authority needed for specific practice.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $358K - $701.5K
- 401(k) with employer match.
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.
Apply to join UnitedHealth Group as a Dermatologist - Optum Washington.
Key Skills
Key Responsibilities
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Dermatologist - Optum Washington at UnitedHealth Group a 4.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. This places the position in the average range of all Dermatology physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.
Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.
Dermatology — Physician Career Context
This Dermatology position at UnitedHealth Group is open to physician candidates.
Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.
Nationally, Dermatology professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $400k, with the typical range spanning $300k to $550k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.
Compensation Analysis
UnitedHealth Group lists compensation for this physician position at $358k to $702k annually.
This is approximately 32% above the national median for Dermatology professionals, which is around $400k.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in Washington.
Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. For a physician earning $300k, the absence of state income tax can represent $15k–$30k or more in annual savings.
Why This Position Stands Out
- No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
- No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
- Transparent compensation ($358k–$702k)
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Dermatology, General Dermatology, MOHS Surgery, Clinical Resources, Patient Care, Collaboration, Diversity, Inclusion. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Dermatology role.
Core responsibilities: The Dermatologist will focus on General Dermatology consultations, follow-ups, and procedures while working alongside a team of skilled professionals. The role emphasizes physician autonomy and collaboration within a supportive healthcare environment.
Benefits package: $60,000 in bonuses, Quality & Production Bonuses, Comprehensive medical benefits, Dental benefits, CME funds and time, Paid life insurance, Extensive wellness resources, Partnership Opportunities. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
About WeekdayDoc
WeekdayDoc is the only healthcare job board that scores every position for burnout risk and work-life balance. Every listing includes a proprietary burnout score, transparent salary data when available, and lifestyle filters for no-call, no-weekends, and remote positions. Browse more Dermatology physician jobs on WeekdayDoc to compare work-life balance scores and compensation across employers.
Benefits & Perks
Work-Life Balance Score
Protective Factors (2)
No on-call (β=6.95; p<0.001 for ↓ exhaustion)
No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)
Interpretation: Position shows moderate burnout protection with 2 validated protective factors.
Job Details
Employment Type
Full-time
Posted
1mo ago
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