Patient Support Unit Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - WellMed Medical Group - El Paso, TX
Optum
South Houston, TX
9 days ago
$104,500 - $156,000
Job Description
Join WellMed as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in El Paso, TX, where you'll be a vital part of transforming healthcare. Collaborate with a team dedicated to improving the health of a Medicare-aged population while enjoying a supportive work environment and comprehensive benefits.
Key Responsibilities
See patients in different clinics in the Greater El Paso Metro area along with home, telemedicine, and mobile visits
Practice in collaboration with WellMed physicians and clinic staff
Provide a comprehensive model of care to a mostly Medicare-aged population on a Medicare Advantage Plan
Educate providers on coding, risk adjustment metrics, and quality protocols
Interview patients to ensure proper documentation and preventative screenings
Track performance using metrics related to organizational needs
Required Qualifications
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
Comfortable managing a primarily Medicare-aged patient population
1+ year of clinical experience as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with primary care and chronic condition codes
A working understanding and support of a managed care environment
Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Benefits & Perks
Base salary plus annual quality bonus with a target of $15,000401k with matchLTD and STD insurance at no costLiability coverage without tail coverageComprehensive benefits from Optum Partner Services