Wound Care Physician

A partner of the Optum Care network, WellMed, is seeking a Wound Care APC to join us in San Antonio, TX. 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 Optum's 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 an discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Position Highlights:

As part of the Wound Care Team the Wound Care NP/PA will provide excellent medical, diagnostic, therapeutic care, education, and preventive services to all patients. The Wound Care provider will evaluate and treat chronic and complex wounds and edema caused by disease, accident, or surgical incision. The Wound Care provider will monitor patient progress throughout the healing process and educate the patient on the care of wounds outside of the clinical setting to achieve the best possible healing outcomes. The Wound Care provider will provide services in accordance with evidence-based guidelines, applicable federal, state, regulatory and company standards. The Wound Care provider's performance will be tracked and comparatively reported using metrics related to the strategic direction and operational needs of the organization.

The Wound Care provider will:

• Provide diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients according to current standards of care in both outpatient and home settings.

• Advocate for patients and their families in providing them resources for care.

• Track patient status and adjust wound management according to evidence-based guidelines.

• Utilize managed care processes for cost-effective and efficient use of lab, radiology, and extended service providers, including: specialists, hospitals, skilled nursing providers, and other ancillary services

• Complete timely and comprehensive medical documentation in EMR systems according to company standards

• Participate with peers, employed and DNG PCPs, for the comprehensive care of the WellMed patient.

• Conduct or directs education to patients, families, and other health care providers

• Conduct educational activities for organization's physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and their ancillary staff for the purposes of education and patient care.

• Participate in business and patient care meetings

• Perform all other related duties as assigned

What makes an Optum Career 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:

• Base Salary plus quality bonus
• Financial stability and support of a Fortune 5 Company
• Robust retirement offerings including employer funded contributions and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP for UHG Stock)
• Comprehensive Benefits plan inclusive of medical, dental, vision, STD/LTD, CME and malpractice
• Robust clinician learning and development programs 
  
  

In 2011, WellMed partnered with Optum to provide care to patients across Texas and Florida. WellMed is a network of doctors, specialists and other medical professionals that specialize in providing care for more than 1 million older adults with over 16,000 doctors' offices. At WellMed our focus is simple. We're innovators in preventative health care, striving to change the face of health care for seniors. WellMed has more than 22,000+ primary care physicians, hospitalists, specialists, and advanced practice clinicians who excel in caring for 900,000+ older adults. Together, we're making health care work better for everyone.

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear

Required Qualifications:

• Certification through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), or the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
• Current Licensure through the Texas Board of Nurse Examiners OR Physician Assistant license by the Texas State Medical Board
• Valid DEA license or the ability to obtain one prior to employment

Preferred Qualifications:

• A working understanding and support of a managed care environment
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) fluency

Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $109,500 - $164,000. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, we offer 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 us, 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.