Home & Supportive Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - WellMed - El Paso, TX
Optum
South Houston, TX
5 days ago
$104,500 - $156,000
Job Description
Join WellMed as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in El Paso, TX, and be a key player in transforming healthcare delivery for a primarily Medicare-aged population. You'll work alongside a dedicated team to provide exceptional care and support for your patients in their homes, enhancing their quality of life.
Key Responsibilities
Practice with a multi-disciplinary team of healthcare providers
Manage care primarily in the patient's home
Diagnose and treat acute and chronic conditions
Facilitate patient and family decision making regarding treatment
Prescribe pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions
Required Qualifications
Certification through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), ANCC, or 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
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 targeting $15,000401k with matchExecutive Savings PlanUHG Employee Stock Purchase ProgramLTD and STD insurance at no costLiability coverage without requiring tail coverageComprehensive benefits from Optum Partner Services