Primary Care Physician – New Orleans, LA Position Available In Orleans, Louisiana

Job Description:

At UnitedHealthcare, we’re simplifying the health careexperience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers toquality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions ofpeople for the better. Come build the health care system oftomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and equitable.

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Growing together. Primary Care Plus is looking for well qualified Internal Medicineand Family Practice physicians to join our growing practice in NEWORLEANS, Louisiana. PCPlus clinics are part of a clinicallyintegrated network designed to provide enhanced care to MedicareAdvantage, Quality plan, and ACO members by delivering highquality, coordinated healthcare that produces superior outcomes ina cost effective manner. Our clinical team includes physicians,APRNs, RN Care Managers, clinic support staff, and a QualityImprovement team who work together to coordinate care for patientsin both the outpatient and inpatient settings. A robusttransitional care and high risk outreach program providesphysicians with additional information to support their patientsoutside of the clinic. PCPlus also uses a sophisticated electronic medical record systemand robust analytical data analysis to identify patients who arehigh risk for poor outcomes in order to improve their quality oflife. Consistent feedback is provided to the clinical team on allbusiness objectives including quality measures, diagnosticaccuracy, and hospitalization rates. Physicians are not measuresbased on productivity or RVUs, but rather on outcomes of theirpatient panels. Most physicians will care for panels in the 600-800range and appointments are scheduled for 30-60 minutes perpatient. The Primary Care Physician (PCP) is a Licensed/BoardCertified/Board Eligible trained professional in internal or familymedicine who plays a key role as part of the clinical operationsteam providing direct patient care and providing assessmentsprimarily in the ambulatory health care center setting or elsewhereas deemed necessary. It also includes the participation in clinicalrounds and conferences plus in-depth documentation through writtenprogress notes and summaries. The PCP will be required todemonstrate the ability to function both independently and incollaboration with other health care professionals. The PCP willconsult with the applicable managers and medical directors toensure compliance with guidelines along with participating in riskand quality management programs, clinical meetings and othermeetings as required. The PCP will adhere to strict departmentalgoals/objectives, standards of performance, regulatory compliance,quality patient care compliance, and policies and procedures. PCPlus provides highly competitive salaries with opportunity forannual merit increases and bonus potential. A full benefits packageincluding

PTO, CME

time and reimbursement, malpractice insurance,relocation assistance, a sign on bonus and an employee stockpurchase plan provided through our parent company,UnitedHealthcare. If you are looking to focus your practice on quality outcomes notvolume of visits, please see our website atwww.primarycareplus.com. We currently have 8 locations throughoutSoutheast Louisiana with more coming soon.

Primary Responsibilities:

Assisting in the development of the plan of care in addition toproviding appropriate patient/ family/significant other counselingand education Ordering and interpreting appropriate laboratory and diagnosticstudies Ordering of appropriate medication and treatments Referring patients for consultation when indicated i.e.dermatology, neurology, ophthalmology, endocrine, surgery,intensive care, infectious disease, hematology, psychiatry, socialservice, dietary, etc. Documentation through in-depth progress notes and summaries Participates in patient care rounds and conferences Communicates patient management strategies to members of thepatient care team Collaborates with members of the multidisciplinary team to ensurethat patient management strategies are successful in meetingpatient care needs Recognizes situations which require the immediate attention andinitiates life-saving procedures when necessary

Core Competencies:

Scientific Foundation Competencies Critically analyzes data and evidence for improving clinicalpractice Integrates knowledge from the humanities and sciences Translates research and other forms of knowledge to improvepractice processes and outcomes Develops new practice approaches based on the integration ofresearch, theory, and practice knowledge

Leadership Competencies:

Assumes complex and advanced leadership roles to initiate and guidechange Provides leadership to foster collaboration with multiplestakeholders (e.g. patients, community, integrated health careteams, and policy makers) to improve health care Demonstrates leadership that uses critical and reflectivethinking Advocates for improved access, quality and cost effective healthcare Advances practice through the development and implementation ofinnovations incorporating principles of change Communicates practice knowledge effectively both orally and inwriting Participates in professional organizations and activities thatinfluence health outcomes of a population focus

Quality Competencies:

Uses best available evidence to continuously improve quality ofclinical practice Evaluates the relationships among quality, safety, access, and costand their influence on health care Evaluates how organizational structure, care processes, financing,marketing and policy decisions impact the quality of healthcare Applies skills in peer review to promote a culture ofexcellence Anticipates variations in practice and is proactive in implementinginterventions to ensure quality

Practice Inquiry Competencies:

Provides leadership in the translation of new knowledge intopractice Generates knowledge from clinical practice to improve practice andpatient outcomes Applies clinical investigative skills to improve healthoutcomes Leads practice inquiry, individually or in partnership withothers Disseminates evidence from inquiry to diverse audiences usingmultiple modalities. Analyzes clinical guidelines for individualized application intopractice

Technology and Information Literacy Competencies:

Integrates appropriate technologies for knowledge management toimprove health care Coaches the patient and caregiver for positive behavioralchange Demonstrates information literacy skills in complex decisionmaking Contributes to the design of clinical information systems thatpromote safe, quality and cost effective care Uses technology systems, with ongoing learning and updates, whichcapture data on variables for the evaluation of primary care

Policy Competencies:

Demonstrates an understanding of the interdependence of policy andpractice Advocates for ethical policies that promote access, equity,quality, and cost Analyzes ethical, legal, and social factors influencing policydevelopment Contributes in the development of health policy Analyzes the implications of health policy across disciplines Evaluates the impact of globalization on health care policydevelopment You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in anenvironment that will challenge you and give you clear direction onwhat it takes to succeed in your role as well as providedevelopment for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.), Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.), orM.B.B.S Board certification or eligibility in Family or InternalMedicine Active, unrestricted medical license in Louisiana Valid DEA license

Preferred Qualifications:

Certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support Board certification in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine 1+ years of clinical experience in geriatric, adult or familypractice setting The salary range for this role is $226,000 to $366,000 annuallybased on full-time employment. Salary Range is defined as totalcash compensation at target. The actual range and pay mix of baseand bonus is variable based upon experience and metric achievement.

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to locallabor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc.

UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws asapplicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offersbenefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive andrecognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution(all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matterwhere or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you’llfind a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthierlives and make the health system work better for everyone. Webelieve everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, locationand income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life.

Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to goodhealth which are disproportionately experienced by people of color,historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. Weare committed to mitigating our impact on the environment andenabling and delivering equitable care that addresses healthdisparities and improves health outcomes – an enterprise priorityreflected in our mission.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere:

UnitedHealth Group is anEqual Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and allqualified applicants will receive consideration for employmentwithout 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 arerequired to pass a drug test before beginning employment.