? (Urgent Search) Advanced Practice Clinician – Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner – High Risk Breast Care – Poughkeepsie, NY Position Available In Dutchess, New York

Job Description:

Optum NY, (formerly Optum Tri-State NY) is seeking a PhysicianAssistant or Nurse Practitioner (APC) to join our breast care teamin Poughkeepsie, NY. Optum is a clinician-led care organizationthat is changing the way clinicians work and live. As a member ofthe Optum Care Delivery team, you’ll be an integral part of ourvision to make healthcare better for everyone. At Optum, you’llhave the clinical resources, data and support of a globalorganization behind you so you can help your patients livehealthier lives. Here, you’ll work alongside talented peers in acollaborative environment that is guided by diversity and inclusionwhile driving towards the Quadruple Aim. We believe you deserve anexceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life atwork and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing thehealth of your community with the excitement of contributing newpractice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care formillions of patients across the country. Because together, we havethe power to make health care better for everyone. Join us anddiscover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting.

Growing together. In this position with our breast care team, youwill build meaningful relationships with patients, their familymembers, healthcare providers, and office staff while providinghigh quality direct patient care in a clinic setting. You willenjoy profound job satisfaction as you impact the care and comfortof our patient population. You will perform the clinical breastexam (CBE) and offer educational information about breast healthand breast disease. You will collaborate with a physician toachieve the best health outcomes for the patient. You will enjoyopportunities for career growth and continuing educationopportunities.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform the ClinicalBreast Exam (CBE)
• Offer educational information about breasthealth and breast disease
• Review radiographic results such asmammogram, ultrasound, and when appropriate, breast MRI
• Work withthe breast care team to assist the patient with surgicalconsultation and emotional support when needed
• Help to ensurethat all patients receive the care that is needed in a timelymanner
• Review high risk scores and determine way to reduce risk
• Document treatment plans in the medical record
• Collaborate withphysician and documents physician guidance as needed
• Refer tobreast surgeon if patient requires surgery and/or review of biopsyresults
• Adopt a standard protocol outlined by the Optum breastteam for high risk screening
• Coordinate care for patients
• Exposure to patients with potential infectious disease

Compensation& Benefits Highlights:

• Guaranteed, competitive compensation modelbased on quality, not quantity, with significant earning potentialand bonus eligibility
• Financial stability and support of aFortune 4 Company
• Robust retirement offerings including employerfunded contributions and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP for UHGStock)
• APC Partnership opportunities and incentives
• Comprehensive benefits plan inclusive of medical, dental, vision,STD/LTD, CME and malpractice coverage
• Robust clinician learningand development programs Optum NY/NJ was formed in 2022 by bringingtogether Riverside Medical Group, CareMount Medical and ProHealthCare.

The regional alignment combines resources and services acrossthe care continuum – from preventative medicine to diagnostics totreatment and beyond across New York, New Jersey, and SouthernConnecticut. As a Patient Centered Medical Home, Optum NY/NJ canprovide patient-focused medical care to the entire family. You willfind our team working in local clinics, surgery centers and urgentcare centers, within care models focused on managing risk, higherquality outcomes and driving change through collaboration andinnovation. Together, we’re making health care work better foreveryone. You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance inan environment that will challenge you and give you clear directionon what it takes to succeed in your role as well as providedevelopment for other roles you may be interested in.

RequiredQualifications:

• National Nurse Practitioner certification inAdult, Family, Women’s Health or ability to obtain, or PhysicianAssistant certification
• APRN or PA-C licensure in New York, orability to obtain
• DEA or ability to obtain prior to employment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to formulate a differentialdiagnosis
• Intermediate level of technical proficiency in the useof computer programs for medical records or Internet search forclinical practice
• Ability to complete clinical care lifting in aprovider office environment
• Proficient in assessment anddevelopment of treatment plans
• Ability to conceptualize the needsfor the team or department and actualize plans for implementation
• Ability to develop plans of action and gain team consensus towardscommon goals
• A background in managed care
• Familiarity withICD-9 coding The salary range for this role is $ $110,000 to$166,500 annually based on full time employment.

Salary Range isdefined as total cash compensation at target. The actual range andpay mix of base and bonus is variable based upon experience andmetric achievement. Pay is based on several factors including butnot limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. Inaddition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits suchas, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognitionprograms, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefitsare subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or whenyou begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find afar-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. OptumCare is anEqual Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law andqualified applicants will receive consideration for employmentwithout regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex,sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protectedveteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local,state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. OptumCare is adrug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug testbefore beginning employment.