Clinic LVN Well Med at Westlakes
Company: Optum
Location: Schertz
Posted on: February 16, 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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