Nurse Practitioner - Gastroenterology
Practice independently without physician oversight.
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Job Description
About the Role
Join UnitedHealth Group as a Gastroenterology NP – Outpatient, No Call, Arlington WA in United States. Optum WA, (formerly The Everett Clinic) is seeking a Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner to join our team in Arlington, WA. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive outpatient Gastroenterology care to an established patient population
- Independently manage a panel of new and established patients
- Evaluate, diagnose, and treat a broad range of GI conditions
- Collaborate closely with Gastroenterologists and fellow Nurse Practitioners in a team based care model
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
- National Nurse Practitioner certification (AANP or ANCC)
- Unrestricted Washington State license (or ability to obtain prior to start date)
- Active Washington State DEA license prior to start date Preferred Qualifications
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $104,500 - $156,000/yr
- 401(k) with employer match.
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- Day shift only - no nights.
- Flexible scheduling available.
This position offers day shifts only. Work with UnitedHealth Group in United States.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Gastroenterology — Physician Career Context
This Gastroenterology 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, Gastroenterology professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $420k, with the typical range spanning $330k to $560k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.
Compensation Analysis
UnitedHealth Group lists compensation for this physician position at $105k to $156k annually.
This is approximately 69% below the national median for Gastroenterology professionals, which is around $420k.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in Arlington, 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.
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Gastroenterology Care, Patient Diagnosis, Patient Management, Outpatient Care, Clinical Decision Making, Epic EMR, Collaborative Care, Patient Evaluation. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Gastroenterology role.
Core responsibilities: Provide comprehensive outpatient gastroenterology care by independently managing a panel of new and established patients. Collaborate with a team-based care model to evaluate, diagnose, and treat a broad range of GI conditions.
Benefits package: Comprehensive benefits package, Incentive and recognition programs, Equity stock purchase, 401k contribution, Structured onboarding with mentorship. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
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Benefits & Perks
Protective Factors (1)
Collaborative culture (Team support reduces burnout)
Interpretation: Position includes 1 validated protective factor against burnout.
Job Details
Employment Type
Full-time
Posted
yesterday
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