SCA Health

As part of Optum (a UnitedHealth Group company), SCA Health operates a network of more than 370 ambulatory surgical centers, over 400 specialty physician practice clinics, and numerous labs and surgical hospitals across the United States. The organization employs over 15,000 professionals and focuses on developing accessible, patient-centered practice solutions that support physicians, health systems, and employers in delivering value-based care. For nurses, SCA Health offers opportunities primarily in perioperative, PACU, and ambulatory surgical settings, with a focus on same-day surgical procedures and specialty care.

SCA Health's mission centers on serving others — patients, physicians, and teammates. The organization is guided by seven core values, which include Clinical Quality, Integrity, and Service Excellence. They emphasize a service-oriented culture that extends beyond patient care into community service, incorporating philanthropic activities and volunteer efforts into their organizational fabric. Their stated belief is that 'health care is about people,' and they prioritize teamwork, learning, and living out their mission and values in daily practice.