Geriatrics NP/PA Float Clinician — Impactful Care

UnitedHealth Group; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary plus quality bonus

Fortune 5 company backing

ESPP stock purchase plan

Comprehensive benefits (medical,Dental

Vision, STD/LTD, CME, Malpractice

Job summary

WellMed Medical Group, part of Optum, is seeking a full-time float Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Austin float team. This role supports a multi-disciplinary team and delivers care across geriatrics within Medicare Advantage.

You will practice with high professional standards, manage a Medicare-aged panel, and participate in quality-based incentive programs. Requires TX NP/PA certification, TX licensure, and a DEA license with at least 1 year of clinical experience.

Qualifications

• Current NP or PA certification from a recognized board.
• Texas license as NP or PA active.
• Valid DEA license or ability to obtain one.
• 1+ year clinical experience as NP/PA.
• Experience with Medicare-aged populations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care to Medicare-age patients.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to coordinate care.
• Deliver patient-centered preventive and acute care.
• Participate in quality incentives and care delivery initiatives.

Skills

Clinical experience

Medicare patient care

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

NP/PA certification and state licensure (TX)

Tools

DEA license

Job description

WellMed Medical Group, part of Optum, is seeking a full-time float Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Austin float team. This role supports a multi-disciplinary team and delivers care across geriatrics within Medicare Advantage.

You will practice with high professional standards, manage a Medicare-aged panel, and participate in quality-based incentive programs. Requires TX NP/PA certification, TX licensure, and a DEA license with at least 1 year of clinical experience.