Clinic LVN Well Med at Westlakes
Company: Optum
Location: Schertz
Posted on: January 20, 2026
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Job Description:
$3,000 Sign on Bonus Available for External Candidates Incentive
Bonus 2 times a year 18 days of PTO & Closed on Major Holidays 401K
Match WellMed, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a
Clinic LVN to join our team in San Antonio, TX. Optum is a
clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians
work and live. As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you'll
be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for
everyone. At Optum, you'll have the clinical resources, data and
support of a global organization behind you so you can help your
patients live healthier lives. We believe you deserve an
exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at
work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the
health of your community with the excitement of contributing new
practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for
millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have
the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and
discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting.
Growing together. Under the direction of providers (defined as an
MD, DO, DPM, NP, or PA) or RNs, the LVN/LPN provides clinical
support functions and professional nursing care to patients using
established standards of clinical nursing care and procedures
approved by the applicable state board of nursing. Is an active
member of the health care team to assess patients' needs, provide
input into the plan of care and implement prescribed interventions.
Primary Responsibilities: Performs all nursing duties within the
scope of a Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse (procedures,
injections, medication administration, EKGs, phlebotomy) as
determined by the applicable State Board of Nursing Participates in
implementing established education plans for patients and their
families with common health problems and well-defined health
learning needs Coordinates patient care as directed by providers,
RNs, and policies, including referrals, transition visits,
medications, procedures, and follow-up Documents chief complaint
and rooms patients according to policy and procedures, prepares
patient for examination Telephonically obtains information on chief
complaint and symptoms and accurately relays information to the
provider Collects data and performs "focused" nursing assessment of
patients; assists in the evaluation of a patient's response to
treatment and identifies patient's needs; communicates findings to
the provider Records patient assessment and care in the medical
record in an accurate and timely manner Reviews the patient record,
chart, reports (including laboratory and x-ray), and other
pertinent information for patients prior to being seen by the
provider and reports relevant information to the provider and/or RN
Provides a safe environment (OSHA standards) for patients and staff
in the clinic Ensures patient confidentiality (HIPAA) at all times
and treats patients with courtesy and respect Organizes exam and
treatment rooms, stocks and cleans rooms and sterilizes instruments
Practices standard infection control precautions Ensures medication
management follows policies and procedures; appropriately documents
medications & immunizations in patient records Follows laboratory
management policies & procedures and CLIA standards; collects lab
samples and ensures proper labeling Fulfills medication refill
requests following approved protocols If certified in IV therapy;
starts peripheral lines, monitor and adjusts flow rates, prime IV
lines, changes dressing on IV sites (if needed) and discontinues
venous lines Performs all other related duties as assigned In 2011,
WellMed partnered with Optum to provide care to patients across
Texas and Florida. WellMed is a network of doctors, specialists and
other medical professionals that specialize in providing care for
more than 1 million older adults with over 16,000 doctors' offices.
At WellMed our focus is simple. We're innovators in preventative
health care, striving to change the face of health care for
seniors. WellMed has more than 22,000 primary care physicians,
hospitalists, specialists, and advanced practice clinicians who
excel in caring for 900,000 older adults. Together, we're making
health care work better for everyone. You'll be rewarded and
recognized for your performance in an environment that will
challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to
succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles
you may be interested in. Required Qualifications: High school
diploma or GED Current and unrestricted State Vocational/Practical
Nursing license Current BLS certification Ability to obtain IV
certification if required by the clinic Knowledge of medical
terminology and medical office procedures Proficient computer
skills to work efficiently with electronic medical records Proven
effective listening and communication skills; proper use of grammar
and spelling Proven ability to react calmly and effectively in
emergency situations Proven ability to perform medical procedures,
give injections and perform phlebotomy Proven ability to establish
and maintain effective working relationship with providers/staff,
patients, and the community Proven good communication and customer
service skills Preferred Qualifications: IV certification 2 years
of experience in a medical setting Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT
coding Physical & Mental Requirements: Ability to lift up to 25
pounds Ability to push or pull heavy objects using up to 25 pounds
of force Ability to use fine motor skills to operate equipment
and/or machinery Ability to receive and comprehend instructions
verbally and/or in writing Ability to use logical reasoning for
simple and complex problem solving Occasionally requires exposure
to communicable diseases or bodily fluids Pay is based on several
factors including but not limited to local labor markets,
education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to
your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits
package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase
and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility
requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us,
you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The
hourly pay for this role will range from $20.00 to $35.72 per hour
based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws
as applicable. OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity
employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, national
origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules,
or regulations. OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are
required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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