UnitedHealth Group

Physician Assistant - Urgent Care - Optum/Colonial Healthcare

UnitedHealth Group$104K — $156K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner from an accredited program
  • Active SC license (or ability to obtain prior to start)
  • Active DEA license with no restrictions
  • Ability to obtain ACLS & BLS certification within 90 days of employment

Responsibilities

  • Provide direct patient care for urgent medical conditions
  • Perform minor procedures and interpret diagnostic tests
  • Develop and implement patient management plans
  • Prescribe medications and treatment regimens as appropriate
  • Collaborate with clinical staff for seamless patient care
  • Document patient encounters in the electronic medical record
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives

Benefits

  • Compensation based on quality, including income guarantee with bonus incentives
  • Dedicated CME Time & Allowance
  • Excellent PTO package
  • Robust retirement package with employer funded contributions
  • Company paid malpractice insurance and tail coverage
  • Provider Partnership track with Optum
Full Job Description


Primary Responsibilities:

  • Provide direct patient care for a wide range of urgent medical conditions (sore throat, respiratory illness, rashes and skin infections, sprains and strains, fracture care, cuts, burns and others).
  • Perform minor procedures and interpret diagnostic tests (e.g., X-rays, EKGs, labs, CT scans, ultrasound, MRI, echocardiogram, PFT, urodynamic tests, and more).
  • Develops and implements patient management plans, records progress notes, and assists in provision of continuity of care. Communicates with patients regarding testing results, follow-up care, and additional information.
  • Prescribes pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens as appropriate to assessed medical conditions. Refers patients to specialists and to relevant patient care components as appropriate.
  • Collaborate with clinical staff to ensure seamless patient care.
  • Document patient encounters accurately and timely in the electronic medical record.
  • Follows established policies, procedures, objectives, and recommended referral practices. Participates in facility in-services, required training, recruiting, required staff meetings, and other clinic operations procedures.
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives and uphold clinical best practices.


Position Highlights:

  • Open 7 days per week
  • M-F 7:30am-6pm
  • Sat/Sun - 7:30am - 5pm
  • Providers are required to work 13 shifts per month
  • Clinician will work rotating shifts between our two locations, Sumter and Manning, South Carolina. Requires working in a clinical setting. The noise level is moderate and there is a potential for exposure to infectious diseases and blood-borne pathogens. Also requires travel to other sites, the ability to stand and sit for hours at a time (with some bending and stooping), ability to use manual dexterity in relation to clinical requirements, and ability to lift 50 lbs.
  • Urgent care providers have an opportunity to work additional shifts for a pre-determined stipend amount and / or work in the primary care setting.
    Compensation & Benefits Highlights:
  • Compensation based on quality, not quantity - including income guarantee with bonus incentives
  • Dedicated CME Time & Allowance
  • Excellent PTO package
  • Robust retirement package including employer funded contributions
  • ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)
  • Company paid malpractice insurance and tail coverage
  • Provider Partnership track with Optum
    Colonial Healthcare, joined Optum in 2024, is a primary care medical practice with additional specialties and ancillary diagnostic services that focuses on families. Colonial Healthcare aims to enhance the overall quality of life for their patients. To achieve this objective, they adopted a patient-centric approach that focuses on providing continuous, high-quality care across the entire lifespan, ranging from childhood to adulthood. The organization emphasizes on incorporating cutting-edge medical advancements while maintaining solid ties to family values and nurturing relationships with their patients. 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 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 in Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner from an accredited program
  • Active SC license (or ability to obtain prior to start)
  • Active DEA license with no restrictions
  • Ability to obtain ACLS & BLS certification within 90 days of employment


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with EMR systems
  • Strong knowledge of urgent care protocols and procedures
  • Familiarity with OSHA and HIPAA regulations
  • Commitment to quality, safety, and infection control standards


Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $104,500 to $156,000. 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.

About UnitedHealth Group

UnitedHealth Group is a medical facility. They offer health technology, health finance, and pharmacy services. They are utilizing clinical data and intelligence to assist in the redesign, automation, and deployment of technology to streamline administrative operations and clinical decision-making. Payment systems for both consumers and providers are critical components of a health-care system.

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350,000 employees
Market Cap
$493.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$15.4 billion
Founded
1974
5 Year Trend
+9.2%
Revenue
$257.1 billion
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