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SCAN

Not-for-profit Medicare Advantage plan for seniors

Mobile Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Advanced Practice ProvidersConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timePortland, OR, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • A master's degree in a Nurse Practitioner program or a master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program is required.
  • An Oregon Nurse Practitioner license or Oregon Physician Assistant certification (PA-C) in good standing is required.
  • Knowledge of treating complex chronic diseases, including dementia, diabetes, heart failure, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, is required.
  • Ability to identify health care needs and appropriately refer and coordinate with other resources and programs is required.
  • Knowledge of Healthcare Effectiveness Data and Information Set and International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision coding and documentation is required.
  • Knowledge of wound care and management is required.
  • Knowledge of Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services guidelines and Medicare Advantage managed care is required.
  • Ability to initiate goals-of-care and end-of-life discussions is required.
  • Ability to build relationships with healthcare team members and patients is required.
  • Knowledge of and ability to maintain Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act requirements is required.
  • Ability to learn and use basic technology, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and electronic medical records, is required.
  • Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, reach, lift, pull, push, and carry up to 10 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally is required.
  • A valid driver's license, automobile insurance, and reliable transportation are required.
  • Travel of 75% or more within the assigned area is required.
  • A tuberculosis screening is required upon hire or proof of a negative screening within the last year.
  • A background check is required.

Responsibilities

  • Provide primary care to an assigned panel of members in their places of residence, most commonly senior living communities.
  • Conduct physical and wellness examinations and assessments, occasional urgent medical visits, telephonic triage, vaccine administration, diagnostic test ordering and interpretation, goals-of-care conversations, and chronic disease management.
  • Identify patient healthcare needs and develop comprehensive care plans for patients, families, and living-community staff.
  • Collaborate with the case management team to provide timely access to necessary services.
  • Independently manage the visitation schedule according to practice protocols and adjust it based on member needs and acuity.
  • Collaborate with primary care physicians and other healthcare professionals on disease prevention, health promotion, and chronic disease management.
  • Connect members with specialists, hospitals, ancillary care providers, and community-based organizations to support continuity of care and shared decision-making.
  • Monitor and address clinical quality gaps in care in partnership with other care providers.
  • Document member visits and interactions according to established practice protocols.
  • Serve as an ongoing direct resource for members, families, communities, and support staff.
  • Participate in Integrated Care Sales team events to build member awareness and educate communities.
  • Initiate and complete virtual health visits as needed to support accurate triage and reduce drive time.
  • Participate in the on-call program for members after hours and on weekends.
  • Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and reviewing professional publications.
  • Contribute to quality healthcare goals by closing care gaps, attending high-risk group discussions, and optimizing clinical workflows and protocols.
  • Support SCAN's vision and goals and perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • Education in adult or geriatric medical care is preferred.
  • A wound care certificate is a plus.
  • A palliative care certificate is a plus.
  • Multilingual or multicultural experience is a plus.
  • Curiosity about artificial intelligence and its potential to transform operations and member service is encouraged.

About the Company

SCAN

Not-for-profit Medicare Advantage plan for seniors

SCAN provides health coverage for seniors through Medicare Advantage and offers community programs like Independence at Home and Volunteer Action for Aging. Members enroll in SCAN’s Medicare Advantage plan to receive medical benefits, and SCAN also runs in-home care and community services that support aging in place, funded by the organization and partners. It differentiates itself as a not-for-profit with a long history (since 1977) focused on seniors and caregivers and backed by strong employee benefits and community engagement. The goal is to help seniors stay healthy and independent by improving access to care and strengthening the communities the organization serves.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Long Beach, CA
Founded
1977

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