Hospitalist​/Nocturnist in Orange County, CA

Overview

Optum is seeking a dedicated Hospitalist/Nocturnist to join our team in Orange County
, to provide high-quality, patient-centered inpatient care.

• 7-on / 7-off block model
• 7 day shifts + 2 night shifts per cycle (206 total shifts per year)
• Perform hospital rounds for patients referred to the service
• Overnight admitting; onsite presence required

• Sign-on and relocation bonuses
• Competitive base salary with performance incentives
• Generous PTO, CME days, and 9 paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match + stock purchase program
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage
• Company-paid malpractice insurance
• Paid License Renewals
• Professional development and leadership opportunities
• Holistic well-being support through our wellness programs, offering mental health resources, fitness solutions, and tools that help you thrive.

• Deliver care aligned with hospital medical staff bylaws and referring physician expectations
• Communicate effectively with families, referring providers, specialists, administration, and hospital departments
• Work collaboratively with hospital staff, social services, utilization management, and interdisciplinary teams
• Participate in care planning, progress discussions, and evaluation of patient outcomes
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of all required documentation, including medical records and billing/coding

• Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic (D.O.)
• Completion of an accredited residency Internal Medicine
• Board Certification in Internal Medicine, or Board Eligible for medical residents
• Active and unrestricted California Medical License or ability to obtain prior to start
• Current California DEA certificate or ability to obtain prior to start
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to obtain prior to start
• EMR Proficient

Join our team and help shape the future of healthcare as part of an innovative organization that pioneers digital health solutions and champions patient-centered care—make a meaningful impact today.

We deliver patient-centered, evidence-based care through integrated teams. Our mission is to help people live healthier lives and improve the health system for all. Optum Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or genetic information. Drug-free workplace.