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At Optum, we share what might be seen as a surprisingly simple goal: making the health system work better for everyone. We look for people who relentlessly push themselves to go farther. For these high performers, a position on a team at Optum is a natural fit. We offer more than the talent, resources, and can-do culture—we offer a place to improve the lives of others while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Optum Medical Partners is a group of primary care physicians with several clinical locations headquartered in the greater Las Vegas, NV area.

As a part of our continued growth, we are searching for new Primary Care Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants to join our team.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Nurse Practitioner will work in a clinic setting as well as assist with home visits

• Examines, diagnoses and treats patients for acute injuries, infections, and illnesses

• Counsels and educates patients and families about acute and chronic conditions or concerns

• Documents items such as: appropriate chief complaint, past medical, family, and social history, review of systems, examinations, medications, allergies, assessment and plan

• Formulates diagnostic and treatment plans

• Prescribes and administers medications, therapies, and procedures

• Orders lab and imaging tests to determine and manage an immediate treatment plan and provides advice on follow up

• Responsible for the coordination of care with specialists and appropriate ancillary services

• Completes all documentation and paperwork in a timely manner

• Maintains quality of care standards as defined by the practice

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

• Active unrestricted APRN or PA-C license in Nevada, or ability to obtain

• Ability to communicate with patients, primary care team members and management staff

• Ability to make care decisions based on best medical practices without direct supervision or guidance by a physician

• Basic technical proficiency in the use of computer programs for medical records or internet search for clinical practice

• Advanced assessment and treatment plan implementation skills

• Ability to complete clinical care lifting in a provider office environment

• Current and unrestricted DEA certificate required or ability to obtain

• Effective communication skills

• Effective organization skills and ability to multi-task

• Takes Initiative, creative, has problem solving ability, is adaptable, and flexible

• Ability to work without direct supervision and practice autonomously

• Additional Candidate Assets Preferred but Fluency not Required as Optum Will Train:

• Geriatric care experience

• Knowledge of mental health issues

• 1+ years of Outpatient Clinic experience

• Familiarity with Medicare and ICD-10 coding

• Strong acute care experience in a primary care clinic, urgent care, or retail clinic

• Ability to formulate a differential diagnosis

• Proficient in assessment and development of treatment plans

• Ability to conceptualize the needs for the team or department and actualize plans for implementation

• Ability to develop plans of action and gain team consensus towards common goals

• Managed Care/IPA/Health Plan experience

• Bilingual in Spanish

• Must be able to effectively communicate with elderly and chronically ill patients and families

• Understanding of Medicare, Medicaid and Health Plan benefit structures beneficial

• Comfortable working independently in a home-visit setting and clinic setting

• Ability to draw blood in the home for lab procedures

Nevada Residents Only : The salary range for this role is $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.