Part-time Physician Assistant OR Nurse Practitioner, Urgent Care - Vista, CA

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Optum Medical Partners is medical group serving the communities within   Orange and southern Los Angeles counties of beautiful Southern California. We are comprised of 15 practices with more than 90 physicians and mid-level providers. From pediatric and adolescent medicine, to adult and senior care, we strive to provide a higher level of service through our unique, patient-driven model.
                                            
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As a part of our continued growth, we are searching for a new part-time Urgent Care Physician Assistant OR Nurse Practitioner to join our team in Vista, CA
 
In this position you will examine, diagnose,  and treat patients of all ages for acute injuries, infections, and illnesses.  You will counsel and educate patients and families about acute and chronic conditions, medical concerns, or health wellness.
 
Primary Responsibilities:

Formulate diagnostic and treatment plans
Prescribe and administer medications, therapies, suturing and splinting
Order lab and imaging tests to determine and manage an immediate treatment plan and provides advice on follow up
Refer appropriate tertiary care to specialists or care facilities
Complete all documentation and paperwork in a timely manner within the electronic medical record.
Collect, record and maintain accurate patient information 
Document items such as: appropriate chief complaint, past medical, family, and social history, review of systems, examinations, medications, allergies, assessment and plan 

Required Qualifications:

Active and unrestricted PA or NP license in California
Current DEA certificate
Effective communication skills
Ability to work evenings and weekends in fast-paced environment
Successful candidate must submit to TB testing and vaccinations required by company policy
 
 
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer 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. 
 
UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Job Keywords: PA, Physician Assistant, NP, Nurse Practitioner, Urgent Care, DEA, Vista, California, CA
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