Optum
Home & Supportive Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - WellMed - El
Optum, El Paso, Texas, us, 88568
Overview
WellMed, part of the Optum family of businesses, seeks a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Home & Supportive Care team in El Paso, TX. Optum is a clinician‑led care organization focused on changing how clinicians work and live. As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you will be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone. Optum provides clinical resources, data and support to help patients live healthier lives, in a collaborative, diverse environment focused on the Quadruple Aim. Join us to advance community health, contribute new practice ideas, and grow your career while caring for millions of patients nationwide. Caring. Connecting. Growing together. Position Highlights
Practice with a multi‑disciplinary team that includes Physicians, Advanced Practice Clinicians, RN Case Managers, Social Workers, and clinic staff. Operate within a comprehensive, coordinated care model for a predominantly Medicare‑aged population. Primarily manage care in the patient's home; some visits may occur in an office or other facility as needed. Diagnose and treat acute and chronic conditions, including diabetes, hypertension, kidney disease and other chronic illnesses. Treat acute conditions such as minor injuries and infections or exacerbations of chronic diseases. Facilitate patient and family decision making regarding treatment and end‑of‑life discussions. Prescribe pharmacological and non‑pharmacological interventions. What makes an Optum Career different?
Largest employer of Advanced Practice Clinicians with a best‑in‑class employee experience and opportunities to practice at the top of your license. Commitment to better care for clinicians as a path to better patient care. Nationally influencing change while preserving local culture and community in care organizations. Opportunity for internal growth—geographically or professionally. Compensation/Benefits Highlights
Base salary plus annual quality bonus with a target of $15,000. 401(k) with match, Executive Savings Plan, and UHG Employee Stock Purchase Program. Long‑Term Disability and Short‑Term Disability insurance at no cost to you. Liability coverage that does not require tail coverage. Comprehensive benefits from Optum Partner Services. Required Qualifications
Certification through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), or NCCPA. Current licensure through the Texas Board of Nurse Examiners or Texas State Medical Board as a PA. Valid DEA license or ability to obtain one prior to employment. Comfortable managing a primarily Medicare‑aged patient population. 1+ year of clinical experience as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant. Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license. Preferred Qualifications
Home health experience. Bilingual English/Spanish fluency. Working understanding and support of a managed care environment. The salary range for this role is $104,500 to $156,000 per year, based on full‑time employment and factors such as location, experience, and credentials. Optum offers a comprehensive benefits package, incentive programs, equity opportunities and 401(k) contributions where eligible. OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. OptumCare is a drug‑free workplace; a drug test may be required before employment.
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WellMed, part of the Optum family of businesses, seeks a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Home & Supportive Care team in El Paso, TX. Optum is a clinician‑led care organization focused on changing how clinicians work and live. As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you will be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone. Optum provides clinical resources, data and support to help patients live healthier lives, in a collaborative, diverse environment focused on the Quadruple Aim. Join us to advance community health, contribute new practice ideas, and grow your career while caring for millions of patients nationwide. Caring. Connecting. Growing together. Position Highlights
Practice with a multi‑disciplinary team that includes Physicians, Advanced Practice Clinicians, RN Case Managers, Social Workers, and clinic staff. Operate within a comprehensive, coordinated care model for a predominantly Medicare‑aged population. Primarily manage care in the patient's home; some visits may occur in an office or other facility as needed. Diagnose and treat acute and chronic conditions, including diabetes, hypertension, kidney disease and other chronic illnesses. Treat acute conditions such as minor injuries and infections or exacerbations of chronic diseases. Facilitate patient and family decision making regarding treatment and end‑of‑life discussions. Prescribe pharmacological and non‑pharmacological interventions. What makes an Optum Career different?
Largest employer of Advanced Practice Clinicians with a best‑in‑class employee experience and opportunities to practice at the top of your license. Commitment to better care for clinicians as a path to better patient care. Nationally influencing change while preserving local culture and community in care organizations. Opportunity for internal growth—geographically or professionally. Compensation/Benefits Highlights
Base salary plus annual quality bonus with a target of $15,000. 401(k) with match, Executive Savings Plan, and UHG Employee Stock Purchase Program. Long‑Term Disability and Short‑Term Disability insurance at no cost to you. Liability coverage that does not require tail coverage. Comprehensive benefits from Optum Partner Services. Required Qualifications
Certification through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), or NCCPA. Current licensure through the Texas Board of Nurse Examiners or Texas State Medical Board as a PA. Valid DEA license or ability to obtain one prior to employment. Comfortable managing a primarily Medicare‑aged patient population. 1+ year of clinical experience as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant. Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license. Preferred Qualifications
Home health experience. Bilingual English/Spanish fluency. Working understanding and support of a managed care environment. The salary range for this role is $104,500 to $156,000 per year, based on full‑time employment and factors such as location, experience, and credentials. Optum offers a comprehensive benefits package, incentive programs, equity opportunities and 401(k) contributions where eligible. OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. OptumCare is a drug‑free workplace; a drug test may be required before employment.
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