Sunrise Market Physician Assistant | Las Vegas, NV

Optum NV is seeking an Advanced Practice Clinician to join our team in Las Vegas, NV. 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.

Primary Res

• Rapidly formulate a differential diagnosis from assessments conducted within the clinic setting
• Develop and implement treatment plans for patients assigned within the primary care team
• Develop and actualize plans for the primary care team as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Advanced Nurse Practitioner Certification in Primary Care, Geriatric, Adult or Physician Assistant certification, or ability to obtain
• 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
• DEA License required, or ability to obtain

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ yrs. experience preferred
• Geriatric care experience
• Knowledge of mental health issues
• 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
• A background in managed care

Nevada Residents Only: The salary range for this role is $88,000 to $173,200 annually. 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.