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SCAN

Not-for-profit Medicare Advantage plan for seniors

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

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

About the Job

Requirements

  • A Master's degree in a Nurse Practitioner Certificate program or a Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program; education in adult/geriatric medical care is preferred.
  • A comparable combination of education, experience, and/or training may be considered equivalent to the listed education.
  • A current California Nurse Practitioner license or California Physician Assistant Certification (PA-C) in good standing is required.
  • Knowledge of treatment for complex chronic diseases, including dementia, diabetes, heart failure, and COPD.
  • Ability to identify healthcare needs and appropriately refer and coordinate with other resources and programs.
  • Knowledge of HCC and ICD-10 coding and documentation.
  • Knowledge of wound care and management.
  • Knowledge of CMS guidelines and Medicare Advantage Managed Care.
  • Comfort initiating goals-of-care and end-of-life discussions.
  • Knowledge of and ability to maintain HIPAA requirements.
  • Knowledge of, or ability to learn, basic technology skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and electronic medical records, and willingness to learn new technology.
  • Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, reach, lift, pull, push, and carry up to 10 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
  • Must have a valid driver's license, automobile insurance, and reliable transportation.
  • The job offer is contingent on providing proof of tuberculosis screening upon hire or proof of a negative screening within the last year.
  • A background check is required.

Responsibilities

  • Provide and coordinate primary care to an assigned panel of members in their residences, most commonly senior living communities or skilled nursing facilities.
  • Conduct physical and wellness exams and assessments; perform occasional urgent medical visits and telephonic triage; administer vaccines; order and interpret diagnostic tests; initiate goals-of-care conversations with patients and loved ones; and manage chronic diseases.
  • Identify patient healthcare needs and develop a comprehensive care plan for the patient, family, and living-community staff.
  • Collaborate with the case management team to ensure members have timely access to necessary and appropriate services.
  • Independently manage the visitation schedule in line with established practice protocols and adjust it based on members' needs and acuity.
  • Collaborate with Primary Care Physicians and other healthcare professionals on disease prevention, health promotion, and chronic disease management, and partner with Primary Care Physicians for clinical oversight and guidance.
  • Connect with specialists, hospitals, ancillary care providers, and community-based organizations to support continuity of care and shared decision-making while advocating for members.
  • Monitor and address clinical quality gaps in care in partnership with other care providers.
  • Document member visits and interactions in a timely manner according to established practice protocols.
  • Serve as an ongoing direct resource for members, their families, communities, and support staff.
  • Participate with the Integrated Care Sales team in events to build member awareness and educate communities.
  • Initiate and complete virtual health visits with members as needed to support accurate triage and reduce drive time.
  • Participate in an after-hours and weekend on-call program available to members.
  • Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and reviewing professional publications.
  • Contribute to team healthcare quality goals by closing care gaps, attending high-risk group discussions, and optimizing clinical workflows and protocols.
  • Actively support the achievement of SCAN's vision and goals and perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • Education in adult/geriatric medical care.
  • A Wound Care Certificate and a Palliative Care Certificate are a plus.
  • Multilingual or multicultural experience is a plus.

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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