NP/PA, Senior Community Care - Lewis, Thurston WA

Optum; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 109,500 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$40,000 Student Loan Repayment

$30,000 Sign-on Bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) contribution

Job summary

Optum in Olympia, WA is seeking a qualified healthcare professional for the Senior Community Care team. This role involves conducting comprehensive assessments and providing care to patients in various senior housing settings, enhancing their access to healthcare resources.

Applicants should have active clinical certifications and a strong background in geriatric medicine or long-term care. Optum offers competitive salaries ranging from $109,500 to $164,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted licensure in the state of practice.
• Active and unrestricted driver’s license.
• Ability to navigate varied environments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and preventive screenings.
• Ensure accurate documentation of patient conditions.
• Communicate with interdisciplinary care team.

Skills

Active ANCC or AANP certification

Current NCCPA certification

Clinical experience as an APC

Understanding of geriatrics and chronic illness

Proficiency with electronic medical records

Job description

$40,000 Student Loan Repayment Or $30,000 Sign‑on Bonus

No on‑call, no weekends, and no holidays required.

Optum Home & Community Care, part of the Optum family of businesses, is creating something new in health care. We are uniting industry‑leading solutions to build an integrated care model that holistically addresses an individual’s physical, mental and social needs – helping patients access and navigate care anytime and anywhere. As a member of our Senior Community Care (SCC) team, you will provide care to patients in senior housing – private homes, adult family homes, assisted living facilities – adding a layer of support to improve access to care and connecting care across settings.

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments, including past medical history review, medication reconciliation, vital signs, physical exam, evidence‑based screenings and point‑of‑care testing (as appropriate)
• Support members during short‑term sub‑acute rehabilitation episodes
• Ensure accurate and complete documentation, including ICD‑10 conditions
• Communicate and collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team
• Conduct advanced illness and advanced care planning conversations
• Provide patients and caregivers with counseling and education

Required Qualifications

• For NPs: Active ANCC or AANP certification in Family, Adult, Geriatric, or Adult‑Gerontology Primary Care
• For PAs: Current NCCPA certification and state licensure
• Active, unrestricted licensure in the state of practice (or ability to obtain by start date) without disciplinary actions or practice limitations
• Active and unrestricted driver’s license with reliable transportation
• Current, active DEA licensure/prescriptive authority or ability to obtain post‑hire (unless prohibited in state of practice). Not needed for Patient Connect but needed for ISNP and IESNP
• Ability to obtain a collaborative practice agreement, if applicable in your state
• Ability to navigate varied environments and adapt to perform job duties

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of clinical experience as an APC (long‑term care setting preferred)
• Experience in geriatric medicine, long‑term care, senior living or home care setting
• Experience meeting the medical needs of patients with complex behavioral, social and/or functional needs
• Understanding of geriatrics and chronic illness
• Understanding of advanced illness and end‑of‑life discussions
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and technology

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 labor markets, education, work experience, and may increase over time based on productivity and performance. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase plan, and 401(k) contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).

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, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.