Gastroenterology APC (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) - Optum NY - Mount Kisco

Paragon Health Partners; Village/Town of Mount Kisco (NY); On-site; USD 104,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join their Gastroenterology team in Mount Kisco, NY. This role offers the opportunity for independent practice with a supportive environment, emphasizing patient-centered care and collaboration with GI physicians. With a competitive compensation model and comprehensive benefits, this position promises a rewarding career focused on improving patient health.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Robust retirement offerings including employer funded contributions

Equity stock purchase plan

CME and malpractice coverage

Clinician learning and development programs

Qualifications

• Must possess unrestricted NP or PA licensure in New York.
• National Board Certification as a PA or Advanced Practice Nurse required.
• Active and unrestricted DEA License or ability to obtain one before start.

Responsibilities

• Consult with patients and perform specialized tests for diagnosis.
• Assist in endoscopic and colonoscopy procedures.
• Examine patients in clinic, perform hospital rounds, and conduct necessary surgical procedures.

Skills

Patient-Centric Care

Collaboration

Endoscopic Procedures

Surgical Procedures

Education

Graduate of an Accredited Physician Assistant or Advanced Practice Nurse program

Masters level preferred

Job description

Optum NY, (formerly Optum Tri-State NY) is seeking a dedicated, patient-centric NP or PA to join our growing Gastroenterology Specialty team in Mount Kisco, NY. 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. Here, you'll work alongside talented peers in a collaborative environment that is guided by diversity and inclusion while driving towards the Quadruple Aim. 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.

Position Highlights:

• Independent practice with strong affiliation with local tertiary care hospital that provides a full range of gastroenterology medicine
• Robust in-house diagnostic testing facility
• Advanced Practice Clinician Partnership Plan and unlimited room for growth
• Full complement of support teams to assist with patient care

Responsibilities:

• In collaboration with GI physicians, consult with patients to understand their health concerns and perform specialized tests to diagnose and treat patients
• In collaboration with GI physicians, assist in the performance of endoscopic and colonoscopy procedures
• Examines patients in clinic, hospital rounds and performs surgical procedures as needed
• Consult with patient's primary care physician and other specialists

What makes an Optum Career different?

• As the largest employer of Advanced Practice Clinicians, we have a best-in-class employee experience and enable you to practice at the top of your license
• We believe that better care for clinicians equates to better care for patients
• We are influencing change collectively on a national scale while still maintaining the culture and community of our local care organizations
• We grow talent from within. No matter where you want to go- geographically or professionally- you can do it here

Compensation & Benefits Highlights:

• Guaranteed, competitive compensation model based on quality, not quantity, with significant earning potential and bonus eligibility
• Financial stability and support of a Fortune 5 Company
• Robust retirement offerings including employer funded contributions and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP for UHG Stock)
• Comprehensive benefits plan inclusive of medical, dental, vision, STD/LTD, CME and malpractice coverage
• Robust clinician learning and development programs

Optum NY/NJ was formed in 2022 by bringing together Riverside Medical Group, CareMount Medical and ProHealth Care. The regional alignment combines resources and services across the care continuum - from preventative medicine to diagnostics to treatment and beyond across New York, New Jersey, and Southern Connecticut. As a Patient Centered Medical Home, Optum NY/NJ can provide patient-focused medical care to the entire family. You will find our team working in local clinics, surgery centers and urgent care centers, within care models focused on managing risk, higher quality outcomes and driving change through collaboration and innovation. 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:

• Unrestricted Physician Assistant or Advanced Practice Nurse licensure in the state of New York or has New York application in process
• Graduate of an Accredited Physician Assistant or Advanced Practice Nurse program, Masters level preferred
• National Board Certification as a Physician Assistant or Advanced Practice Nurse
• Active and unrestricted DEA License or ability to obtain prior to start

The salary range for this role is $ $104,500 to $156,000 annually based on full time employment. Salary Range is defined as total cash compensation at target. The actual range and pay mix of base and bonus is variable based upon experience and metric achievement. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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