Advanced Practice Clinician (NP/PA) - Senior Community Care - Lane County,OR

Optum; Springfield (OR); On-site; USD 110,000 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student loan repayment

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

No on-call weekends or holidays

PTO and paid holidays

Job summary

Optum is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide longitudinal care to medically complex patients in skilled nursing facilities across Lane County, Oregon.

In a value-based model, you’ll lead care plans, collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, and focus on reducing unnecessary utilization while improving quality of life for high-risk Medicare members.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited MSN/ DNP program.
• Active and unrestricted NP license in the state of residence, or ability to obtain by start date.
• Board certification through AANP or ANCC in one of the NP roles (Family/Adult/Gerontology etc.).
• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Active and unrestricted PA license in the state of residence, or ability to obtain by start date.
• Board certification through NCCPA.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments for medically complex patients.
• Manage acute and chronic conditions with diagnostics, testing, and treatment.
• Provide care during short-term sub-acute rehabilitation episodes.
• Develop and oversee complex, individualized treatment plans.
• Lead advanced illness and goals-of-care discussions.
• Address medical, behavioral, functional, and social determinants of health.
• Collaborate with primary care providers and interdisciplinary teams.
• Educate patients and caregivers on treatment plans and disease management.
• Ensure accurate and timely clinical documentation.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

EMR proficiency

Education

MSN or DNP (Nurse Practitioner)

NP license in state of residence

AANP/ANCC certification (NP)

PA program graduate

NCCPA certification

Job description

Advanced Practice Clinician (NP/PA) - Senior Community Care

Optum | Lane County, OR | Full-Time | Field-Based

Optum's Senior Community Care team is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide longitudinal care to medically complex patients residing in skilled nursing facilities throughout Lane County. This role offers the opportunity to manage some of Optum's highest-risk Medicare members, including patients with multiple chronic conditions, advanced disease states, functional limitations, and complex treatment needs.

Working within a value-based care model, you will focus on delivering high-quality, patient-centered care while partnering with an interdisciplinary team to improve outcomes, reduce unnecessary utilization, and enhance quality of life.

Why Providers Choose This Role

• 40,000 Student Loan Repayment Program or $30,000 Sign-On Bonus for eligible individuals
• Competitive base salary plus performance bonus incentives
• $2,500 Relocation Assistance
• No call, weekends, or holidays
• 23 days of PTO plus 9 paid holidays
• No RVU requirements or productivity quotas
• Manage a dedicated patient panel
• Strong interdisciplinary support from clinical and community-based teams
• Opportunity to build long-term relationships with patients, caregivers, and facility partners

Position Highlights & Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments for medically complex patients
• Manage acute and chronic conditions, including diagnostics, testing, and treatment interventions
• Provide care for members during short-term sub-acute rehabilitation episodes
• Develop and oversee complex, individualized treatment plans
• Lead advanced illness, goals-of-care, and advance care planning discussions
• Address medical, behavioral, functional, and social determinants of health
• Collaborate with primary care providers, facility staff, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members
• Educate patients and caregivers on treatment plans and disease management
• Ensure accurate and timely clinical documentation

Make an Impact with Complex Patient Care

This role is ideal for clinicians who enjoy caring for patients with significant medical complexity and navigating challenging clinical situations. You will care for individuals with multiple comorbidities, advanced chronic illnesses, and evolving care needs while serving as a key partner in coordinating treatment across the continuum of care.

Providers in this role have the opportunity to apply advanced clinical judgment, manage complex care plans, and guide difficult conversations that directly impact patient outcomes and quality of life.

Required Qualifications

Nurse Practitioners

• Graduate of an accredited Master of Science in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice program
• Active and unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in the state of residence, or ability to obtain by start date
• Board certification through AANP or ANCC in one of the following:
  • Family Nurse Practitioner
  • Adult Nurse Practitioner
  • Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
  • Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
  • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

Physician Assistants

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
• Active and unrestricted Physician Assistant license in the state of residence, or ability to obtain by start date
• Board certification through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)

Additional Requirements

• Current, active DEA licensure/prescriptive authority, or ability to obtain post-hire in accordance with state regulations
• Ability to gain a collaborative practice agreement, if required by state law
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including transporting a 30-pound bag and navigating various facility environments

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of clinical experience, preferably in a long-term care setting
• Experience caring for patients with complex behavioral, social, and functional needs
• Understanding of Geriatrics and Chronic Illness
• Understanding of Advanced Illness and end-of-life discussions
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and clinical documentation

Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $109,500 - $164,000. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. 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.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group 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.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.