Physician Assistant

3 weeks ago


Ballston Spa, New York, United States UnitedHealth Group Full time

Opportunity for a Physician Assistant to Join Our Team

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physician Assistant to join our Home-based Medical Care team in Ballston Spa, NY. As a Physician Assistant, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care to complex, chronic patients in the comfort of their own homes.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic and interdisciplinary team environment where you will have the chance to develop and carry out patients' goals of care in all phases of the patient journey. You will work closely with our interdisciplinary team, including physicians, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare professionals, to provide comprehensive care to our patients.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver high-quality, patient-centered care to complex, chronic patients in the comfort of their own homes.
  • Collaborate with our interdisciplinary team to develop and carry out patients' goals of care in all phases of the patient journey.
  • Perform initial comprehensive assessments on all newly enrolled members and bi-annually thereafter.
  • Develop and update member management care plans as needed.
  • Meet with members and/or their legal representatives to review newly developed or modified care plans.
  • Consult with hospital physicians following notification of member transfer.
  • Collaborate with UM staff and PCPs/facility staff to enable medical necessity determinations for requested medical services.
  • Educate members and/or their legal representatives in disease processes affecting members and ways to manage them effectively.
  • Provide counsel, support, and education to facility staff.
  • Participate in management meetings, including weekly case conference reviews, monthly staff meetings, and quarterly Quality Improvement Committee meetings.
  • Implement HEDIS measure campaigns and other quality initiatives as directed by Corporate Health Services.

Requirements

  • Completion of a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant accredited program.
  • Current state RN license if Nurse Practitioner.
  • Current NP or PA license.
  • Certification through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), or the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
  • Knowledge of long-term care, community resources, and cost-effective alternatives regarding patient care delivery systems.
  • Access to reliable transportation.

Preferred Qualifications

  • 2+ years of clinical experience.
  • Knowledge of CPT, ICD-9, and HCPC codes.
  • Knowledge of clinical standards of care.
  • Awareness of NCQA requirements, CMS guidelines, Medicaid/Medicare contracts, and benefit systems.

What We Offer

As a Physician Assistant at UnitedHealth Group, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment where you can grow and develop your skills. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401(k) contribution. Plus, you will have the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and their families.

Equal Employment Opportunity

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.



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