IHA Fee-Based Advanced Practice In-Home Provider (Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant)

Who We Are

At Emcara Health, we are at the forefront of transforming in-home healthcare, delivering comprehensive home-based primary care solutions, as well as prospective and retrospective risk adjustment programs. Our national value-based medical group is dedicated to providing exceptional care for patients and members while offering unparalleled value to our clients.

We pride ourselves on fostering a growth-oriented, compassionate, and collaborative work environment. We deeply value the contributions of our talented teams, supporting their innovative ideas and long-term personal and professional growth. As a leading provider of in-home assessments and longitudinal care for Medicare and Medicaid patients, Emcara Health is on a mission to revolutionize the in-home care experience and become a premier employer in the healthcare industry. Our commitment to quality patient care, employee well-being, and continuous innovation drives everything we do.

Why join our team at Emcara?

At Emcara Health, we are a team of dedicated professionals committed to improving the lives of our patients through innovative, home-based care. We operate in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment where no two days are alike. If you're passionate about meaningful work and delivering impactful results, we encourage you to apply!

We are looking for top-tier talent to join our workforce, offering competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• Compensation of$110.00 per completed assessment.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with competitive employer match.

In addition to these great benefits, we offer an environment that values your growth-personally and professionally. Your unique experience is welcomed and valued here at Emcara Health.

What You Will Do - Essential Functions

The Initial Health Assessment (IHA) Fee-Based Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant (NP/PA) performs in-person and on occasion virtual, no-cost annual preventative health risk assessments for Medicare, Medicaid, and Affordable Care Act members as they are assigned by specific health plans. The NP/PA will conduct thorough assessments and identify health risks to improve member outcomes. These assessments will take place within the member's personal living space according to market health plan expectations.

Please note the position requires you to meet patients in their homes in Volusia/Flagler County, FL.

• Clinical & Member Care Responsibilities
  
  
  
  • Perform comprehensive IHAs in members' homes, including medical history review, physical exams, and screenings.
  • Deliver high-quality assessments that align with member satisfaction, health plan expectations, and Emcara Health quality standards.
  • Identify and evaluate acute and chronic conditions and assess medication adherence.
  • Comfortably and respectfully enter members' homes for scheduled visits.
  • Maintain clear and proactive communication with clinical leadership staff to ensure seamless care coordination.
  • Establish and maintain a Collaborating Physician agreement with an Emcara approved physician.
  
  
  
  
• Administrative & Compliance Duties
  
  
  
  • Document and submit chart notes accurately and efficiently within 24 hours of the visit in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system.
  • Address all charting queries within 48 hours of receipt.
  • Adhere strictly to all company policies, procedures, mission statement, values, Code of Ethical Business Conduct, and Compliance Program.
  • Comply with all Federal and applicable State and local laws and Emcara Policies and Procedures regarding privacy, confidentiality, and security of health information, and other designated information.
  
  
  
  
• Operational Requirements
  
  
  
  • Successfully complete both the self-paced and instructor-led training components within the allotted time frame, while actively participating in periodic training sessions and meetings pertinent to the position.
  • Provide a minimum of 30 appointment slots of availability per month or per week based on market.
  • Ensure reliable transportation to and from member appointments, adhering to scheduled times.
  • All Fee-Based IHA providers will have a primary coverage footprint that includes all zip codes that have an average drive time of 50 minutes or less from the provider's home zip code.Note: This essential function is not optional.
  
  
  
  

Who You Are

• Required Qualifications
  
  
  
  • Active, unrestricted current licensure as a Provider in the state in which you will be providing care for patients. License must be clear of any clinical and/or board practice restrictions.
  • Certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner, Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
  • Obtain autonomous provider status as required by state you are licensed with currently within six months of meeting eligibility requirements. Preferred two years of experience in a primary care or longitudinal care setting.
  • Active Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)license.
  • Current Basic Life Support Certification for health care providers.
  • Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills.
  • Excellent communication and patient education abilities.
  • Proficiency in electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
  • Valid proof of sufficient car insurance coverage for the state that appointments are scheduled to be completed in with access to reliable transportation.
  • Valid and active driver's license for a minimum of 3 years without restrictions, and minimum of 7 years with no DUIs or other felony driving convictions.
  • Ability to pass background check upon hire and throughout employment to include criminal felony & misdemeanor search, SSN validation/trace search (LEIE), education report (highest degree obtained), civil upper and lower search, 7-year employment report, federal criminal search, statewide criminal search, widescreen plus national criminal search, health care sanctions-state med (SAM), national sex offender registry, prohibited parties (OFAC) (terrorist watchlist), and a 10-Panel Drug Screen.
  
  
  
  
• Someone who embodies our values by:
  
  
  
  • Serving everyone with compassion and leading with empathy.
  • Stepping up and creating value by taking charge and acting when there is an opportunity.
  • Adapting in a changing world by recognizing our responsibility to be agile and respond quickly.
  • Nurturing growth and belonging by respecting and celebrating everyone for who they are.
  
  
  
  
• Competencies
  
  
  
  • Must be a self-motivated professional who enjoys working independently and making a meaningful impact on member health.
  • Must have strong computer skills, and both knowledge and proficiency with electronic medical records.
  • Have a strong understanding of risk adjustment models for the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and the Affordable Care Act (ACA).
  • Ability to document assessment findings accurately and thoroughly.
  • Ability to communicate effectively through verbal and written communication to members and the clinical team.
  • Demonstrate empathy and respect for members while completing in-home assessments
  • Maintain member, team member and employer confidentiality while remaining in compliance with all HIPAA regulations.
  • Ability to make critical decisions while following Emcara Health policies and procedures.
  • Ability to adapt easily to changing conditions and work responsibilities.
  • An ability to display a positive attitude and maintain a collaborative relationship with health plan members and the clinical team.
  • Ability to proactively anticipate and address/resolve member, provider, and health plan issues
  • Demonstrated clinical skills necessary to perform in-home assessment.
  
  
  
  
• Working Conditions
  
  
  
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 20 lb
  • Ability to sit, stand, bend, and/or kneel to perform assessments.
  • Additional demands include constant ability to remain in a stationary position, moving about inside and outside of member homes, navigating stairs and a variety of dwelling conditions, ability to communicate and exchange information with others, ability to inspect information, ability to perform repetitive motion with arms and fingers, and drive to and from member homes.
  • Mental demands include constant ability to interpret data, problem solve, make decisions, and organize and plan.
  • Work is performed in member homes and potentially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
  
  
  
  

We encourage applicants with a range of experiences who can demonstrate how their qualifications and skills align with the requirements of this role.

This position will accept and review new applications and resumes no less than 5 business days after the original posting date and may remain open an extended period of time with no set end date based on the level of interest.