Primary Care Provider, Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant

As a Primary Care Provider, Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant at WelbeHealth, you'll be responsible for delivering comprehensive and holistic healthcare to our senior patients. You will conduct assessments, create treatment plans, administer medication, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Importantly, you will cultivate strong, long-term relationships with your fewer patients, allowing you to witness the true impact of your care.

To apply for the Primary Care Provider, Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant position at WelbeHealth, candidates must possess a valid Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license. Additionally, at least two years of experience working with the elderly is required, along with prescriptive authority and DEA registration. Applicants must also be eligible to serve Medicare/Medi-Cal participants, which is crucial for providing care under our PACE program.

WelbeHealth provides an exceptional compensation package for its Primary Care Providers, including a salary ranging from $145,000 to $174,478 annually, with the opportunity for quarterly bonuses. Benefits include 17 days of PTO plus 6 sick days, 12 paid holidays, CME reimbursement, a 401K with matching contributions, comprehensive medical insurance coverage, and a supportive work culture emphasizing work-life balance.

The Primary Care Provider, Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant position at WelbeHealth typically follows a regular schedule of 8 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Friday. This structure allows for efficient management of patient care while ensuring you have your weekends free. Additionally, there may be a remote on-call requirement for a few nights or weekends per month, but it will typically be by phone only.

At WelbeHealth, we take pride in our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our culture is built on recognizing the unique qualities of our team members and promoting an environment where all feel a sense of belonging. We are an equal opportunity employer and ensure that our hiring practices and workplace culture reflect this commitment, allowing every employee, including Primary Care Providers, to thrive.

Certainly! Discuss specific situations where you’ve worked with elderly patients, mentioning any challenges and how you addressed them. Highlight your ability to form strong relationships and provide holistic care tailored to their unique needs.

Holistic care involves addressing the physical, emotional, and social aspects of a patient’s health. In your response, relate how this approach has influenced your practice and provide examples of how you've implemented it in your care for seniors.

When faced with difficult conversations, I focus on empathy and clarity. Describe your approach, emphasizing the importance of active listening, ensuring understanding, and providing supportive resources to families. It's crucial to frame these discussions sensitively and constructively.

Discuss specific strategies you employ, such as time management, setting boundaries, and utilizing time-off benefits effectively. Highlight your commitment to personal wellness to ensure you provide the best care for your patients.

If you have experience with PACE or a similar model, share specific examples emphasizing how it allowed you to deliver integrated care. Discuss your role in team collaboration and patient management within these models.

Outline a case where you successfully managed a patient with complex needs. Detail the steps you took, the team’s collaboration, and the outcome, demonstrating your problem-solving skills and thorough approach to care.

Explain how you prioritize continuous learning, whether through attending workshops, webinars, or participating in relevant professional networks. Emphasize your commitment to staying informed about the latest best practices in geriatric care.

Discuss your experiences working within interdisciplinary teams, emphasizing the significance of collaboration, communication, and mutual respect when caring for patients. Realize that teamwork is vital to achieving optimal patient outcomes.

Describe your approach to address non-compliance, focusing on understanding the patient's perspective and barriers. Emphasize the importance of clear communication, motivation, and possibly revisiting the treatment plan to better fit the patient's lifestyle.

Reflect on the aspects of your work that you find fulfilling—perhaps the relationships you build with patients or the opportunity to make a significant impact on their health and well-being. Personal anecdotes can provide depth to your answer.