Home & Supportive Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - WellMed - El Paso, TX
Optum
Houston, TX
1 month 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 team dedicated to transforming healthcare for a predominantly Medicare-aged population. Leverage your clinical expertise while enjoying a supportive environment focused on patient care and professional growth.
Key Responsibilities
Practice with a multi-disciplinary team of health care providers
Provide a comprehensive, coordinated model of care to a predominantly Medicare-aged population
Manage care in the patient’s home and other settings as needed
Diagnose and treat acute and chronic conditions
Facilitate patient and family decision making regarding treatment and end-of-life care
Prescribe pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions
Required Qualifications
Certification through AANP, ANCC, or NCCPA
Current Licensure through Texas Board of Nurse Examiners or Texas State Medical Board
Valid DEA license or 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
Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license
Preferred Qualifications
Home health experience
Bilingual (English/Spanish) fluency
A working understanding and support of a managed care environment
Benefits & Perks
Base salary plus annual quality bonus with a target of $15,000401k with match, Executive Savings Plan, and UHG Employee Stock Purchase ProgramLTD and STD insurance at no costLiability coverage without tail coverageComprehensive benefits from Optum Partner Services