Life Changing Work…

Want to make a real difference in the lives you touch? LOOK NO FURTHER.

Optum is a physician-led, close-knit team that has been long-respected in Southern California. We are passionate about patients. We are leading the state of California toward better healthcare practices. And we are looking for amazing doctors like you! The clinicians we seek are those who practice medicine with a focus on patient care, not volume. We want our clinicians to take the time to truly address the patients needs.

We have immediate opportunity for new Physician Assistant to join our Post- Acute Care team based in Redlands Community.

Position Details:

• Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 – 5:00 PM
• Call Schedule: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
• Locations: Designated region including twelve contracted Skilled Nursing Facilities, assisted living care facilities and Optum clinics.
• Admissions, assessments, round and manage assigned patients, procedures, follow up care, and discharge planning
• Keep patient and patients’ families updated of medical care, patient education Documentation, order labs, referrals for Specialists
• Average Case Load: 60 patients
• Work closely with SNF Physician and SNFst team.
• Act as Primary Care Float to provide cross coverage / patient care at Optum clinics or Urgent Care setting.
• Comfortable treating patients of all ages, primarily adult and seniors
• Work well independently, excellent verbal and written communication skills, time management skills

Requirements:

• Master’s degree from a four-year college and/or a professional certification beyond a four-year college.
• Certificate of completion from an accredited Physician Assistant program required.
• Unrestricted CA Physician Assistant license
• Current AANP Certification required
• Current CA DEA certificate required prior to start date
• Welcome Physician Assistant Grads – will train and mentor!
• Access to transportation, a valid driver’s license, and car insurance
• Travel to multiple SNF, LTAC and Optum clinics in designated region
• Flexible, strong multi-prioritizing skills and time management skills
• Computer / EMR proficient

About Us:

We’re changing health care for the better by improving access to affordable, high quality care, and working together to improve the patient experience. That takes passion, commitment, intense focus, and the ability to contribute effectively in a highly collaborative team environment. All this together is your time to do your life’s best work. SM

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: Optum and its affiliated medical practices are 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. Optum and its affiliated medical practices is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.