Physician Assistant - Family Medicine

Optum NY, (formerly Optum Tri-State NY) is seeking a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner (APC) to join our breast care team in Poughkeepsie, NY.  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.

In this position with our breast care team, you will build meaningful relationships with patients, their family members, healthcare providers, and office staff while providing high quality direct patient care in a clinic setting.  You will enjoy profound job satisfaction as you impact the care and comfort of our patient population.  You will perform the clinical breast exam (CBE) and offer educational information about breast health and breast disease.  You will collaborate with a physician to achieve the best health outcomes for the patient.  You will enjoy opportunities for career growth and continuing education opportunities. 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform the Clinical Breast Exam (CBE)
• Offer educational information about breast health and breast disease
• Review radiographic results such as mammogram, ultrasound, and when appropriate, breast MRI
• Work with the breast care team to assist the patient with surgical consultation and emotional support when needed
• Help to ensure that all patients receive the care that is needed in a timely manner
• Review high risk scores and determine way to reduce risk
• Document treatment plans in the medical record
• Collaborate with physician and documents physician guidance as needed
• Refer to breast surgeon if patient requires surgery and/or review of biopsy results
• Adopt a standard protocol outlined by the Optum breast team for high risk screening
• Coordinate care for patients

• Exposure to patients with potential infectious disease 

   

Compensation & Benefits Highlights: 

• Guaranteed, competitive compensation model based on quality, not quantity, with significant earning potential and bonus eligibility  
• Financial stability and support of a Fortune 4 Company 
• Robust retirement offerings including employer funded contributions and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP for UHG Stock)  
• APC Partnership opportunities and incentives 
• Comprehensive benefits plan inclusive of medical, dental, vision, STD/LTD, CME and malpractice coverage 
• Robust clinician learning and development programs 

Required Qualifications:

• National Nurse Practitioner certification in Adult, Family, Women's Health or ability to obtain, or  Physician Assistant certification

• APRN or PA-C licensure in New York, or ability to obtain

• DEA or ability to obtain prior to employment
   

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to formulate a differential diagnosis

• Intermediate level of technical proficiency in the use of computer programs for medical records or Internet search for clinical practice

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

• 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

• Familiarity with ICD-9 coding

Would you thrive with Optum?  

• Do you practice evidence-based medicine?  
• Are you seeking a practice focused on patient-centered quality care, not volume?  
• Are you a team player - comfortable delegating and empowering teams?  
• Are you constantly seeking better ways to do things?  
• Do you want to be part of something better?  

The salary range for this role is $113,000 to $173,500 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.

OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment 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 local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.