Physician Assistant - Clinician Educator for Quality and Clinical Documentation

Optum NM is seeking a an NP or PA - Clinician Educator for Quality and Clinical Documentation to join our team in Albuquerque, NM. 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. 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.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Full-time Advance Practice Clinician (APC): Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
• Face-to-face and virtual education of Network Physicians and APCs about value-based care, Hierarchical Category Codes (HCCs) and Medicare HEDIS measures, patient experience and Stars ratings
• Partnering with physicians and APCs on reimbursement models focusing on improving care quality, efficiency and experience by closing quality gaps in care, documenting accurately and taking a patient-centric approach to preventative care
• Meeting and developing relationships with physicians, APCs and clinic administrators, understanding, adapting and responding to their questions, concerns and perspectives

Required Qualifications:

• New Mexico Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license (or ability to obtain prior to start) and national certification (Family Medicine, Adult Medicine, or Geriatrics preferred)
• 2+ years of clinical experience working as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
• New Mexico Driver’s License and Auto Insurance in accordance with the state of New Mexico (or will be licensed and insured by employed date)
• Ability to work autonomously, and travel locally

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Medicare Advantage – Risk Adjustment CMS Documentation & Coding Guidelines
• Public speaking experience
• Experience with quality improvement reports and HEDIS measures
• Familiarity with Data RAP, Alliance, DataCore, Facets systems, and other EMRs
• Experience in developing and delivering coding education to non-coder professionals
• Knowledge of government rules and regulations regarding coding and documentation

The salary range for this role is $104,500 to $156,000 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.

About Optum

Optum is the health care technology and innovation company of the UnitedHealth Group enterprise along with UnitedHealthcare. We’re a global organization that’s evolving health care so everyone can have the opportunity to live their healthiest life. With our hands across all aspects of health, we'll provide you with a rewarding career that enables you to grow in the directions that best fit your passions. This is your opportunity to be part of a team that’s dedicated to Caring. Connecting. Growing together.