Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

3 weeks ago


Houston, Texas, United States Optum Full time
Transforming Healthcare with Optum

At Optum, we're revolutionizing healthcare by putting patients at the forefront of our care model. As a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, you'll be part of our Patient Support Unit team in El Paso, TX, working closely with our Contracted and Affiliated WellMed physicians, advance practice clinicians, and clinic staff to provide comprehensive, coordinated care to a mostly Medicare-aged population.

Key Responsibilities:
  • See patients in various clinics across the Greater El Paso Metro area, as well as home, telemedicine, and mobile visits
  • Collaborate with our team to provide high-quality care, focusing on proper coding, risk adjustment metrics, and quality protocols
  • Interview patients to ensure accurate documentation and completion of preventative screenings
  • Track performance using metrics related to our strategic direction and operational needs
What Sets Us Apart:
  • We're a Medicare Advantage Plan that operates as a health system focused on Quality/Value-Based Outcomes
  • Our care model limits daily volume, allowing our providers to focus on quality care
  • We offer clinical and leadership growth opportunities, with stability and support for our clinicians
  • We're influencing change on a national scale while maintaining a local, community-driven approach
Compensation and Benefits:
  • Base Salary plus Annual Quality Incentive with a target of $15,000
  • Optum Care Advanced Provider Clinician Partnership Plan
  • 401k with match and UHG Employee Stock Purchase Program
  • 160 hours of PTO, 40 hours CME, and clinics closed for 8 national holidays
  • Comprehensive Benefits from Optum Partner Services
About WellMed:

At WellMed, our focus is on preventative healthcare, striving to change the face of healthcare for seniors. With over 22,000 primary care physicians, hospitalists, specialists, and advanced practice clinicians, we're dedicated to providing high-quality care to 900,000+ older adults across Texas and Florida.

Requirements:
  • Certification through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), or the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
  • Current Licensure through the Texas Board of Nurse Examiners OR Licensed Physician Assistant by the Texas State Medical Board
  • Valid DEA license or the ability to obtain one prior to employment
  • 1+ year of clinical experience as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
  • Comfortable managing a primarily Medicare-aged patient population
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Familiarity with primary care and chronic condition codes
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) fluency
  • A working understanding and support of a managed care environment


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