Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (Portland)

SCAN Health Plan • Portland, OR

25d • Remote

About The Position

The Advanced Practice Clinician will provide and coordinate primary care to SCAN members to achieve the Company’s mission to keep seniors healthy and independent. This is a field-based role covering areas in Portland, Oregon.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Nurse Practitioner Certificate OR Master’s from an accredited PA program, Education in Adult/Geriatric medical care preferred.
• A comparable combination or education/experience and/or training will be considered equivalent to the education listed above.
• Oregon Nurse Practitioner license - OR- Oregon Physician Assistant Certification (PA-C) in good standing.
• Knowledge of the treatment of complex chronic diseases, such as dementia, diabetes, heart failure, and COPD.
• Ability to identify health care needs and refer and coordinate with other resources/programs appropriately.
• Knowledge of HCC and ICD-10 coding and documentation.
• Knowledge of wound care and management.
• Knowledge of CMS guidelines and Medicare Advantage Managed Care.
• Comfortable with initiating goals of care and end of life discussions.
• Strong interpersonal skills and change agent mindset needed to build relationships with healthcare team and patients.
• Knowledge of and ability to maintain HIPAA requirements.
• Adaptable and open to change and problem-solving.
• Knowledge of and/or ability to learn basic technological skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, EMR) and open to new technology.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, and crouch required.
• Ability to bend, reach, lift, pull, push, and carry up to 10 lbs. regularly and up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
• Travel 75+% of the time in the assigned area- Must have a valid driver’s license, automobile insurance and reliable transportation.
• Proof of Tuberculosis screening upon hire or providing proof of a negative screening within the last year.
• Background check is required.

Nice To Haves

• Wound Care Certificate and Palliative Care Certificate a plus.
• Multilingual/Multicultural a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to an assigned panel of members (patients) in their place of residence, most commonly in senior living communities or skilled nursing facilities.
• Conduct physical/wellness exams and assessments; occasional urgent medical visits and telephonic triage to ensure timely, appropriate care and hospital avoidance if possible; administering vaccines; ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests; initiating goals of care conversations with patients and their loved ones; and chronic disease management.
• Identify patient health care needs and develop a comprehensive plan of care for the patient, their family, and living-community staff.
• Collaborate with our case management team to ensure members have timely access to necessary and appropriate services.
• Independently manage visitation schedule in line with established practice protocols and adjust schedule based on members’ needs and acuity.
• Engage with Primary Care Physicians and other health care professionals in a collaborative relationship aimed at disease prevention, health promotion, and chronic disease management.
• Partner closely with Primary Care Physicians for clinical oversight and guidance.
• Connect with specialists, hospitals, ancillary care providers, and community-based organizations to ensure continuity of care and promote shared decision-making while advocating for members.
• Actively monitor and quickly address clinical quality gaps in care in partnership with other care providers.
• Document member visits and interactions in a timely manner according to established practice protocols.
• Serve as an ongoing direct resource for members and their families, as well as for their communities and support staff.
• Participate with Integrated Care Sales team in events to build member awareness and educate communities.
• Initiate and complete virtual health visits with members as needed to promote accurate triaging and reduce drive time.
• Participate in on-call program available to our members after hours and on weekends.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and reviewing professional publications.
• Contribute to team efforts to meet quality healthcare goals by closing care gaps, attending high risk group discussions, and optimizing clinical workflows and protocols.
• This position is a patient-facing role.
• Employees may be eligible for differential pay.
• We seek Rebels who are curious about AI and its power to transform how we operate and serve our members.
• Actively support the achievement of SCAN’s Vision and Goals.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Base salary range: $ 125,400.00 to $ 179,300.00 annually
• Quarterly bonus program
• Robust Wellness Program
• Generous paid-time-off (PTO)
• Eleven paid holidays per year, plus 1 additional floating holiday
• Excellent 401(k) Retirement Saving Plan with employer match and contribution
• Robust employee recognition program
• Tuition reimbursement
• An opportunity to become part of a team that makes a difference to our members and our community every day!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level