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APC (PA or NP) Primary Care Float - Optum CA

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UnitedHealth Group

APC (PA or NP) Primary Care Float - Optum CA

Los Alamitos, CA

Optum CA is seeking an Advanced Practice Clinician to join our team in Orange County, CA. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.

As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

At Optum, you'll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. Here, you'll work alongside talented peers in a collaborative environment that is guided by diversity and inclusion while driving towards the Quadruple Aim. We believe you deserve an exceptional career and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

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Position Highlights:

  • Schedule: Monday - Friday
  • Position will be based at Los Alamitos clinic and will float to other clinics as needed in region
  • Consults, routine visits and follow-up appointments, annual wellness visits
  • Medication management, patient education, referrals
  • Comfortable seeing patients of all ages, primarily adult medicine
  • Appointment Matrix: 40 / 20 minutes for new patients and general visits
  • Patient Schedule: Average of twenty patients per day
  • Medical Assistant and support staff

What makes an Optum organization different?

  • As the largest employer of Advanced Practice Clinicians, we have a best-in-class employee experience and enable you to practice at the top of your license
  • We believe that better care for clinicians equates to better care for patients
  • We are influencing change collectively on a national scale while still maintaining the culture and community of our local care organizations
  • We grow talent from within. No matter where you want to go- geographically or professionally- you can do it here

Compensation & Benefits Highlights:

  • This position offers a guaranteed base plus an annual bonus structure based on quality and performance.
  • Optum ACP Partnership Plan
  • 23 days of PTO, allotted CME time, and clinics are closed for 8 national holidays.
  • 401k with match, Executive Savings Plan, and UHG Employee Stock Purchase Program
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Vision, & Dental, Life insurance
  • Medical malpractice coverage and tail policy
  • Continued professional growth & leadership opportunities.

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 four-year college and/or a professional certification beyond a four-year college.
  • Certificate of completion from Master of Physician Assistant Studies program or accredited Nurse Practitioner Program
  • Current NCCPA or ANCC and/or AANP Certification
  • Unrestricted / Active CA PA or NP license
  • Current CA DEA certificate required prior to start date
  • Active BLS certification
  • EMR Proficient
  • Excellent patient care and time management skills
  • Work independently and without direct supervision
  • Access to reliable transportation that will enable you to travel to different clinic locations in designated region.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Fluency in Spanish
  • Minimum 1-3 years' experience; preferably in outpatient/managed care setting

The salary range for this role is $ $120,000 to $ $170,000 annually based on full-time employment. 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.

Client-provided location(s): Los Alamitos, CA, USA
Job ID: UHG-2270505
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • HSA
    • On-Site Gym
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
  • Parental Benefits

    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Remote Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Leave of Absence
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Paid Holidays
    • Paid Vacation
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Relocation Assistance
    • Performance Bonus
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • 401(K)
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program

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