Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Patient Support Unit- WellMed Medical Group - San Antonio
Optum
East Houston, TX
2 days ago
$104,500 - $156,000
Job Description
Join WellMed Medical Group as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant and play a vital role in transforming healthcare for seniors. Be part of a collaborative team dedicated to providing quality, patient-centered care.
Key Responsibilities
See patients in different clinics in greater San Antonio along with home, telemedicine, and mobile visits
Practice in collaboration with WellMed physicians and clinic staff
Provide a comprehensive, coordinated model of care to a mostly Medicare-aged population
Educate providers on proper coding and quality protocols
Interview patients to ensure proper documentation and preventative screenings
Track performance using metrics related to the organization's strategic direction
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
1+ year of clinical experience as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
Comfortable managing a primarily Medicare-aged patient population
Ability to commute around the greater San Antonio area
Be able to work designated hours of 8am-5pm
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with primary care and chronic condition codes
Bilingual (English/Spanish) fluency
A working understanding and support of a managed care environment
Benefits & Perks
Base Salary plus Annual Quality Incentive Bonus401k with match and UHG Employee Stock Purchase Program160 hours of PTO, 40 hours CME, and clinics closed for 8 national holidaysComprehensive Benefits from Optum Partner Services