Optum NV
Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - Adult Medicine - Las Vegas, NV
Optum NV, Las Vegas, Nevada, us, 89105
Southwest Medical Associates (SMA)
is a multi-specialty group of Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, and Physician Assistants consisting of over 400 providers, fourteen clinical locations including nine health care centers, five urgent care clinics and an outpatient surgery center. SMA offers patients compassion, innovation, and quality care throughout southern Nevada. SMA is headquartered in the greater Las Vegas, NV area.
Southwest Medical Associates
is now part of
Optum , part of the family of companies that make
UnitedHealth Group
one of the leaders across most major segments of the US health care system.
In this role, you will build meaningful relationships with patients, their family members, healthcare providers, and office staff while providing high quality direct patient care in a clinic setting. You will enjoy profound job satisfaction as you impact the care and comfort of our patient population. You will assess and provide treatment to patients of various age groups. You will diagnose conditions, create treatment plans, and prescribe medications as related to the treatment plan. You will collaborate with a physician to achieve the best health outcomes for the patient. You will enjoy opportunities for career growth and continuing education opportunities.
Primary Responsibilities:
Rapidly formulate a differential diagnosis from assessments conducted within the clinic settingDevelop and implement treatment plans for patients assigned within the primary care teamDevelop and actualize plans for the primary care team as assignedProvide guidance to nursing personnel towards treatment plans and care issuesDocument treatment plans in the medical recordCollaborate with physician and documents physician guidance as neededCoordinate care for patientsExposure to patients with potential infectious disease
We offer an attractive base salary, $20,000 sign on bonus, bonus plan, and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and life insurance, STD / LTD, professional liability, matching 401K, relocation costs, three weeks paid vacation, one week paid CME with $3500 allowance, and eight paid holidays.
Las Vegas offers the best in entertainment and cultural options, in addition to being an affordable metropolitan area in which to live. Also, Nevada has no state income tax. Warm weather, 300-plus days of sunshine, championship golf, hiking, skiing, five-star restaurants, endless attractions and entertainment choices are reasons Las Vegas is one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States.
Required Qualifications:
Advanced Nurse Practitioner Certification in Primary Care, Geriatric, Adult or Physician Assistant certification, or ability to obtainActive unrestricted APRN or PA-C license in Nevada, or ability to obtainAbility to communicate with patients, primary care team members and management staffAbility to make care decisions based on best medical practices without direct supervision or guidance by a physicianBasic technical proficiency in the use of computer programs for medical records or internet search for clinical practiceAdvanced assessment and treatment plan implementation skillsAbility to complete clinical care lifting in a provider office environmentDEA License required, or ability to obtain
Preferred Qualifications:
2+ yrs. experience preferredGeriatric care experienceKnowledge of mental health issuesFamiliarity with Medicare and ICD-10 codingStrong acute care experience in a primary care clinic, urgent care, or retail clinicAbility to formulate a differential diagnosisProficient in assessment and development of treatment plansAbility to conceptualize the needs for the team or department and actualize plans for implementationAbility to develop plans of action and gain team consensus towards common goalsA background in managed care
PLEASE NOTE
The sign on bonus is only available to external candidates. Candidates who are currently working for a UnitedHealth Group, UnitedHealthcare or a related entity in a full time, part time, or per diem basis ("Internal Candidates") are not eligible to receive a sign on bonus.
For more information on our Internal Job Posting Policy, click here .
Nevada Residents Only
: The salary range for this roleis $109,513 to $147,146 per year. Salary Range is defined as total cash compensation at target. The actual range and pay mix of base and bonus is variable based upon experience and metric achievement. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
is a multi-specialty group of Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, and Physician Assistants consisting of over 400 providers, fourteen clinical locations including nine health care centers, five urgent care clinics and an outpatient surgery center. SMA offers patients compassion, innovation, and quality care throughout southern Nevada. SMA is headquartered in the greater Las Vegas, NV area.
Southwest Medical Associates
is now part of
Optum , part of the family of companies that make
UnitedHealth Group
one of the leaders across most major segments of the US health care system.
In this role, you will build meaningful relationships with patients, their family members, healthcare providers, and office staff while providing high quality direct patient care in a clinic setting. You will enjoy profound job satisfaction as you impact the care and comfort of our patient population. You will assess and provide treatment to patients of various age groups. You will diagnose conditions, create treatment plans, and prescribe medications as related to the treatment plan. You will collaborate with a physician to achieve the best health outcomes for the patient. You will enjoy opportunities for career growth and continuing education opportunities.
Primary Responsibilities:
Rapidly formulate a differential diagnosis from assessments conducted within the clinic settingDevelop and implement treatment plans for patients assigned within the primary care teamDevelop and actualize plans for the primary care team as assignedProvide guidance to nursing personnel towards treatment plans and care issuesDocument treatment plans in the medical recordCollaborate with physician and documents physician guidance as neededCoordinate care for patientsExposure to patients with potential infectious disease
We offer an attractive base salary, $20,000 sign on bonus, bonus plan, and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and life insurance, STD / LTD, professional liability, matching 401K, relocation costs, three weeks paid vacation, one week paid CME with $3500 allowance, and eight paid holidays.
Las Vegas offers the best in entertainment and cultural options, in addition to being an affordable metropolitan area in which to live. Also, Nevada has no state income tax. Warm weather, 300-plus days of sunshine, championship golf, hiking, skiing, five-star restaurants, endless attractions and entertainment choices are reasons Las Vegas is one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States.
Required Qualifications:
Advanced Nurse Practitioner Certification in Primary Care, Geriatric, Adult or Physician Assistant certification, or ability to obtainActive unrestricted APRN or PA-C license in Nevada, or ability to obtainAbility to communicate with patients, primary care team members and management staffAbility to make care decisions based on best medical practices without direct supervision or guidance by a physicianBasic technical proficiency in the use of computer programs for medical records or internet search for clinical practiceAdvanced assessment and treatment plan implementation skillsAbility to complete clinical care lifting in a provider office environmentDEA License required, or ability to obtain
Preferred Qualifications:
2+ yrs. experience preferredGeriatric care experienceKnowledge of mental health issuesFamiliarity with Medicare and ICD-10 codingStrong acute care experience in a primary care clinic, urgent care, or retail clinicAbility to formulate a differential diagnosisProficient in assessment and development of treatment plansAbility to conceptualize the needs for the team or department and actualize plans for implementationAbility to develop plans of action and gain team consensus towards common goalsA background in managed care
PLEASE NOTE
The sign on bonus is only available to external candidates. Candidates who are currently working for a UnitedHealth Group, UnitedHealthcare or a related entity in a full time, part time, or per diem basis ("Internal Candidates") are not eligible to receive a sign on bonus.
For more information on our Internal Job Posting Policy, click here .
Nevada Residents Only
: The salary range for this roleis $109,513 to $147,146 per year. Salary Range is defined as total cash compensation at target. The actual range and pay mix of base and bonus is variable based upon experience and metric achievement. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.