Patient Support Unit Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - WellMed Medical Group - El Paso, TX
Optum
Houston Heights, TX
10 days ago
$104,500 - $156,000
Job Description
Join WellMed as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in El Paso, TX, and be part of a transformative healthcare team dedicated to improving the lives of patients. Collaborate with leading physicians and enjoy a supportive environment that values your growth and well-being.
Key Responsibilities
See patients in different clinics, homes, and via telemedicine
Collaborate with physicians and clinic staff to provide coordinated care
Educate providers on coding, risk adjustment metrics, documentation, and quality protocols
Interview patients for proper documentation and preventative screenings
Track performance metrics related to organizational goals
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 matchExecutive Savings PlanUHG Employee Stock Purchase ProgramLTD and STD insurance at no costLiability coverage without tail coverageComprehensive benefits from Optum Partner Services