Advanced Practice Clinician - Torrance & Long Beach, CA - Hospice/Palliative Care
Company: UnitedHealth Group
Location: Whittier
Posted on: September 12, 2023
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Job Description:
Combine two of the fastest-growing fields on the planet with a
culture of performance, collaboration and opportunity and this is
what you get. Leading edge technology in an industry that's
improving the lives of millions. Here, innovation isn't about
another gadget, it's about making health care data available
wherever and whenever people need it, safely and reliably. There's
no room for error. Join us and start doing -your life's best
work.(sm)
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Optum is a close-knit team that has been long-respected in Southern
California. We are passionate about patients. We are leading the
state of California toward better healthcare practices. And we are
looking for amazing doctors like you! -
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We have immediate opportunity for experienced -Advanced Practice
Clinician -to join our -Palliative Care -team in The South Bay. The
clinicians we seek are those who practice medicine with a focus on
patient care, not volume. -We want our clinicians to take the time
needed to truly address the patient's needs. -
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We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit package
including medical malpractice coverage and tail policy, generous
Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays, CME time and dollars, medical,
dental and vision benefits, company paid life insurance, bonus
potential. -
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Primary Responsibilities:
Optum Clinic Locations: - Torrance, greater South Bay area -
Average Patients Per Day -10-12 PPD - 60 mins for new patients and
30 min follow up appointments
Patient Mix: > 65 with chronic medical conditions e.g., CHF,
COPD, Diabetes
No weekend or after-hours clinics but phone call coverage required
in rotation with other clinicians
Shard call with all high-risk providers, one weekend every few
months but do not need to be home bound
A majority of the time will be spent between an office setting and
visiting patients in a home setting
Dedicated support staff: Care Partner or Social Worker assigned to
each patient depending on needs
Support in Clinic: MA, LVN, and Pharmacist to clinic panel size of
-150 patients
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You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an
environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on
what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide
development for other roles you may be interested in.Required
Qualifications:
Master's degree from a four-year college and/or a professional
certification beyond a four-year college
Certificate of completion from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or
Physician Assistant Program
Unrestricted California Advanced Practice Clinician license
Current AANP/ANCC/NCCPA certification
Current California DEA certificate required prior to start date
2+ years of experience in ambulatory care or a similar
environment
EMR Proficient
Excellent patient care and time management skills
Ability to work in fast pace environment, team player, adaptable to
changing priorities
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Preferred Qualifications:
Critical Care, Palliative, or Geriatrics certification as a Nurse
Practitioner
Experience in a managed care setting and working with medically
complex patients
Fluent in Medical Spanish
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-California Residents Only: The salary range for California
residents is $110,040 to $139,000. Pay is based on several factors
including but not limited to education, work experience,
certifications, etc. 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
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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.
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