Pathways Program - Primary Care Physician, (FM/IM), Eugene, Oregon
$285k gap to top quartile — get your counter-offer number
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Compensation Intelligence
Based on 500 WeekdayDoc listings
54% below median for Primary Care in OR — negotiate
Job Description
About the Role
Join UnitedHealth Group as a Primary Care Physician – Pathways Program, Eugene, OR in Eugene, OR. Optum OR is seeking a Primary Care Pathway Physician to join our team remotely in Oregon. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.
Key Responsibilities
- state applicants welcome to apply Oregon Medical Group is part of Optum and UnitedHealth Group. This relationship offers our patients the
Requirements
- PGY3 or Chief Resident in Family or Internal Medicine Residency.
- Desire to practice out-patient care in Eugene, OR.
- Nationwide Telecommute Residents Only: The salary range for this role is $35,000 to $75,000 per year.
- Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $35K - $75K
- 401(k) with employer match.
Work Schedule
- Part-Time position.
- Remote position - work from anywhere.
- Flexible scheduling available.
Apply to join UnitedHealth Group as a Primary Care Physician – Pathways Program, Eugene, OR.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Pathways Program - Primary Care Physician, (FM/IM), Eugene, Oregon at UnitedHealth Group a 8.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% of all Primary Care physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements, remote work flexibility.
Clinicians in this score range report high career satisfaction and sustainable workloads. This is an ideal fit for providers who prioritize long-term career longevity.
Primary Care — Physician Career Context
This Primary Care 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.
Remote physician positions in Primary Care have grown significantly in recent years, offering clinicians the ability to maintain a full patient panel without geographic constraints or commute-related burnout.
Compensation Analysis
UnitedHealth Group lists compensation for this physician position at $35k to $75k annually.
Location & Logistics
This is a fully remote physician position. Remote clinicians can practice from any state where they hold an active license, eliminating commute time and offering maximum schedule flexibility. Many remote healthcare positions also allow providers to establish a more sustainable long-term practice pattern.
Why This Position Stands Out
- No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
- No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
- Fully remote — work from anywhere with an active license
- Transparent compensation ($35k–$75k)
- Exceptional work-life balance score (8.4/10)
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Primary Care, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Value-Based Care, Population Health, Out-patient Care. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Primary Care role.
Core responsibilities: The physician will operate within a value-based care model to drive population health initiatives. They will transition from training into practice through mentorship and the Quadruple Aim framework.
Benefits package: Comprehensive benefits package, Incentive and recognition programs, Equity stock purchase, 401k contribution. 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 Primary Care physician jobs on WeekdayDoc to compare work-life balance scores and compensation across employers.
Benefits & Perks
Work-Life Balance Score
Protective Factors (3)
Remote work (RR 0.57; 14-23% ↓ burnout)
No on-call (β=6.95; p<0.001 for ↓ exhaustion)
No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)
Interpretation: Position demonstrates strong burnout protection with 3 validated protective factors.
Job Details
Employment Type
Part-time
Posted
2d ago
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