Family Medicine - Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Vernon, CT

Optum; Vernon (CT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Loan repayment

CME allowance

Retirement package

Bonus incentives

APC partnership opportunities

Job summary

ProHealth Physicians (Optum) in Vernon, CT is seeking an experienced Family Medicine-trained Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join its primary care team. This physician-led, team-based practice offers care for patients across the lifespan within a value-based care model and supports mentorship and long-term career growth.

The position is full-time in a physician-led, patient-centered setting with scheduling flexibility and structured onboarding.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited NP or PA program.
• Connecticut NP/PA license, or ability to obtain prior to start.
• FNP or PA certification per ANCC/AANP or NCCPA.
• Unrestricted DEA license or willingness to obtain before employment begins.

Responsibilities

• Full-time primary care role within a physician-led, patient-centered team.
• Care for patients across the lifespan in a value-based care model.

Education

Master's NP/PA degree

Job description

Vernon, CT | ProHealth Physicians (Optum)

ProHealth Physicians, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking an experienced Family Medicine-trained Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join its primary care team in Vernon, Connecticut. This physician-led, team-based practice offers the opportunity to care for patients across the lifespan, work within a value-based care model, and practice at the top of your license while benefiting from strong mentorship, collaboration, and long-term career growth.

Position Highlights

• Full-time primary care role with a physician-led, patient-centered care team
• Family Medicine focus with pediatric patient care comfort preferred
• Optional call and moderate scheduling templates supporting work-life balance and scheduling flexibility
• Structured onboarding and mentorship program for ongoing success and development
• Loan repayment support, CME allowance, retirement package, bonus incentives, and APC partnership opportunities for eligible providers

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
• Current, unrestricted Connecticut NP or PA license, or ability to obtain prior to start
• FNP certification through ANCC/AANP or PA certification through NCCPA
• Unrestricted DEA license or willingness to obtain before employment begins

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.

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.