Field Remote Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant in Placer, CA (R307)
Alignment Healthcareover 1 year ago
Los Angeles, California, United States
Remote
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
Position Overview
Alignment Health is breaking the mold in conventional health care by serving seniors and those with chronic and complex care needs. In the Alignment Jump Start Assessment (JSA) program—a physician-led, advanced practice clinician-driven initiative—you will work within an interdisciplinary team to assess, develop, and coordinate clinical and home-based care. This role offers the opportunity to make a real difference in patient outcomes and grow alongside a team of passionate professionals.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct in-home assessments (with some outpatient clinical work) including comprehensive history, physical exam, medication review, and appropriate cognitive/depression/safety screenings.
- Engage in sensitive end-of-life care discussions when necessary.
- Collect laboratory specimens in the home setting as appropriate.
- Identify diagnoses to guide active medical and care management with a focus on chronic disease management.
- Communicate patient assessment findings to primary care providers to address potential gaps in care.
- Provide education to patients, families, and caretakers with emphasis on close monitoring and follow-up of patient needs.
- Utilize knowledge of community resources for referrals.
- Comply with all HIPAA regulations and safeguard protected health information (PHI).
Required Qualifications
- Master’s degree from an accredited NP or PA program.
- Active state Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license.
- For NP positions: Active RN License and Furnishing number.
- NPI Number, DEA, and valid BLS certification.
- Valid driver's license and current automobile insurance.
- Excellent administrative, organizational, and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- One (1) year of prior clinical or home care experience.
- Previous EMR experience.
- Experience in the care of older adult (geriatric) patients.
Benefits & Perks
- Yearly Bonus up to 7.5% of annual base salary.
- Restricted Stock Unit (RSU) Grant up to 15% of annual salary.
- Continuing education reimbursement up to $1,500 per calendar year plus 3 CME days.
- 18 days of PTO, 8 paid holidays, and 1 Floating Holiday.
- 401k matching contribution up to 4%.
- Paid parental leave.
Required Skills
Geriatric Care
End-of-life Care Discussions
EMR Experience
In-home Patient Evaluations
Chronic Disease Management
Home-based Care Coordination
Clinical Assessment
Physical Examinations
HIPAA Compliance
Patient Communication