Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Associate- Springfield, OR

UnitedHealth Group•Springfield, MO

12d•Onsite

About The Position

As a part of Optum, the largest network of medical groups in the country, Oregon Medical Group is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Associate to join our Rheumatology Care team in Eugene, OR. Join a team that empowers you from the start and values work-life balance, teamwork and trust. We offer comprehensive benefits and competitive pay. Elevate your career with us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together. Practice Highlights Team-Based Practice Model Strong mentorship available within the department Competitive compensation, benefits, CME and personal leave 4-Day Work Week Full-time or Part-time New Grads with an interest in Rheumatology welcome! Manage patient care in outpatient setting Average Daily Patient Census: 16-18 patients Comfortable seeing ages 18+ to geriatric aged patients Medical Assistant to support clinician; rooming patients, vitals, RX refills, follow up appointments. EMR - EPIC DAX - AI-powered voice-enabled documentation solution Leadership Pathways and Partnership Primary Responsibilities: Work at the top of your licensure while providing excellent care to patients Provide care that is compassionate, appropriate, and effective for various health conditions Care for patients with complex comorbidities Practice evidence-based medicine Work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team to provide individualized treatment for patients What makes an Optum Career different? As the largest employer of Advanced Practice Clinicians, we have a best-in-class employee experience and enable you to practice at the top of your license We believe that better care for clinicians equates to better care for patients We are influencing change collectively on a national scale while still maintaining the culture and community of our local care organizations We grow talent from within. No matter where you want to go- geographically or professionally- you can do it here 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.

Requirements

Master's degree from a four-year college and/or a professional certification beyond a four-year college
Unrestricted license to practice medicine in the state of Oregon or ability to obtain
Certificate of completion from an accredited Nurse Practitioner/Physician Associate Program
Current BLS from the American Heart Association required prior to start

Nice To Haves

2+ years of experience in Rheumatology or Primary Care setting

Responsibilities

Work at the top of your licensure while providing excellent care to patients
Provide care that is compassionate, appropriate, and effective for various health conditions
Care for patients with complex comorbidities
Practice evidence-based medicine
Work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team to provide individualized treatment for patients