Physician Post-Acute Tucson, AZ

At OptumCare, we share what might be seen as a surprisingly simple goal: making the health system work better for everyone. We look for people who relentlessly push themselves to go farther. For these high performers, a position on a team at OptumCare is a natural fit. Ready to make a difference? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together .As a part of our continued growth, we are searching for a new Skilled Nursing Facility Nurse Practitioner to join our team.Primary Responsibilities:

Examines, diagnoses, and treats patients in Skilled Nursing Facilities within the greater Tucson area

Coordinates care and coverage with the SNF team Nurse Practitioners

Counsels and educates patients and families about acute and chronic conditions or concerns

Documents items such as: chief complaint, past medical, family, and social history, review of systems, examinations, medications, allergies, assessment, and plan

Formulates diagnostic and treatment plans

Prescribes and administers medications, therapies, and procedures

Orders lab and imaging tests to determine and manage an immediate treatment plan and provides advice on follow up

Responsible for the coordination of care with specialists and appropriate ancillary services

Completes all documentation and paperwork in a timely manner

Maintains quality of care standards as defined by the practice

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:

Active and unrestricted Arizona medical license.

Board certified or eligible in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine

Current and unrestricted DEA certificate

Ability to see patients in the SNF setting on a daily basis

Ability to share in the weekend coverage rotation (compensated)

Outstanding organization skills and ability to multi-task

Takes Initiative, creative, has problem solving ability, is adaptable, and flexible

Ability to work without direct supervision and practice autonomously

Ability to work in fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications:

1+ years of SNF experience

Managed Care/IPA/Health Plan experience

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.