Associate Clinical Director - NP/PA - WellMed - El Paso, Texas
Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists, Wichita, KS, United States
WellMed, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking an Associate Clinical Director - NP/PA to join our team in El Paso, TX.
Position Highlights
Partners with the Market Leadership team to ensure assigned market deliverables are implemented effectively and timely for contracted and affiliated groups.
Develops and maintains collegial relationships with other APCs and physicians (affiliated and contracted groups) to support the organization’s business efforts.
Drives clinician engagement and performance through structured clinical leadership forums, including Joint Operating Committees, pooled provider meetings, coaching sessions, cross‑functional collaboration meetings, and patient care conferences to ensure alignment, accountability, and evidence‑based patient care.
Conducts, directs, and oversees standardized, functional Patient Care Coordination (PCC) meetings, disseminating patient information to APCs/physicians and staff and reviewing case studies to support high‑value, high‑quality patient care.
Drives improvement of quality indicators in all pillars (Care & Value, QRA, Growth/Marketing, Patient Experience) by identifying, directing, and executing continuous improvement activities in contracted and affiliated groups.
Participates in the presentation of performance outcome reporting of assigned clinics to regional leadership.
Participates in Optum Health South Region and Third‑Party Payer Committees as needed, and engages in community involvement (medical or community).
Collaborates with Market Physician Business Managers, Practice Support Specialists, Care and Value SMEs, Clinical Documentation SMEs, and Quality SMEs to drive successful outcomes.
Performs all other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Active professional NP/PA unrestricted licensure in the state of residence.
National licensure associated with the professional title.
Minimum of 5 years of direct patient care as an advanced practice provider.
Knowledge of medical organization business practices, risk management, and clinical information systems.
Demonstrated ability to innovate and execute initiatives.
Effective communicator capable of guiding, directing, mentoring, training, and working collaboratively in a team‑building environment within and outside the organization.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Tableau, and Power BI.
Engagement in organizational projects, committees, and with leadership teams that influence and improve APC functions.
Bilingual fluency in English/Spanish.
Valid DEA registration preferred.
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $126,000 to $187,500, including base pay and bonus. Total cash compensation is based on local labor markets, education, work experience, and may increase over time based on productivity and performance. Benefits include a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401(k) contribution (subject to eligibility requirements).
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
OptumCare is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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Position Highlights
Partners with the Market Leadership team to ensure assigned market deliverables are implemented effectively and timely for contracted and affiliated groups.
Develops and maintains collegial relationships with other APCs and physicians (affiliated and contracted groups) to support the organization’s business efforts.
Drives clinician engagement and performance through structured clinical leadership forums, including Joint Operating Committees, pooled provider meetings, coaching sessions, cross‑functional collaboration meetings, and patient care conferences to ensure alignment, accountability, and evidence‑based patient care.
Conducts, directs, and oversees standardized, functional Patient Care Coordination (PCC) meetings, disseminating patient information to APCs/physicians and staff and reviewing case studies to support high‑value, high‑quality patient care.
Drives improvement of quality indicators in all pillars (Care & Value, QRA, Growth/Marketing, Patient Experience) by identifying, directing, and executing continuous improvement activities in contracted and affiliated groups.
Participates in the presentation of performance outcome reporting of assigned clinics to regional leadership.
Participates in Optum Health South Region and Third‑Party Payer Committees as needed, and engages in community involvement (medical or community).
Collaborates with Market Physician Business Managers, Practice Support Specialists, Care and Value SMEs, Clinical Documentation SMEs, and Quality SMEs to drive successful outcomes.
Performs all other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Active professional NP/PA unrestricted licensure in the state of residence.
National licensure associated with the professional title.
Minimum of 5 years of direct patient care as an advanced practice provider.
Knowledge of medical organization business practices, risk management, and clinical information systems.
Demonstrated ability to innovate and execute initiatives.
Effective communicator capable of guiding, directing, mentoring, training, and working collaboratively in a team‑building environment within and outside the organization.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Tableau, and Power BI.
Engagement in organizational projects, committees, and with leadership teams that influence and improve APC functions.
Bilingual fluency in English/Spanish.
Valid DEA registration preferred.
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $126,000 to $187,500, including base pay and bonus. Total cash compensation is based on local labor markets, education, work experience, and may increase over time based on productivity and performance. Benefits include a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401(k) contribution (subject to eligibility requirements).
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
OptumCare is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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