Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, House Calls - King County, WA

UnitedHealth Group; Burien (WA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student loan repayment

Sign-on bonus

Flexible hours

No on-call weekends or holidays

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking an Advanced Practice Clinician (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join the King County, WA HouseCalls team. This field-based, non-prescribing role conducts in-home health assessments for Medicare Advantage and other members, with flexible 24–40 hour schedules and no on-call requirements.

Qualifications include WA licensure, NP/PA certification, and the ability to obtain licensure if needed.

Qualifications

• Active national certification for NP or PA with relevant specialty.
• Unrestricted WA licensure or ability to obtain by start date.
• Driver's license and reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive in-home assessments including medical history and vitals.
• Perform screenings and point-of-care testing as appropriate.
• Document diagnoses for care management and treatment planning.
• Educate members on disease processes, medications, and adherence.
• Coordinate with primary care providers to close care gaps

Skills

In-home assessments

Exceptional communication

EMR proficiency

Adaptability for varied home visits

Education

ANCC or AANP Family/Adult/Geriatric Primary Care

NCCPA certification (PA)

Washington state licensure

Tools

Electronic medical records

Job description

Optum HouseCalls Advanced Practice Clinician

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant | King County, WA

Optum Home & Community Care, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking an Advanced Practice Clinician (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join the HouseCalls team in King County, WA. In this field-based, non-prescribing role, you will conduct annual in-home health assessments for Medicare Advantage and other plan members.

Position Highlights & Primary Responsibilities:

• $40,000 Student Loan Repayment OR $30,000 Sign-on Bonus
• Additional compensation may be available for qualified candidates who are fluent in languages other than English and use those language skills during member visits
• Flexible provider schedules available between 24 and 40 hours per week
• Flexible scheduling between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. over the 7-day work week
• No on-call, weekends, or holidays required
• Conduct comprehensive in-home assessments, including medical history review, medication reconciliation, vital signs, and physical exams
• Perform evidence-based screenings and point-of-care testing, as appropriate
• Identify and document diagnoses for care management and treatment planning
• Communicate findings to members' primary care providers to address gaps in care
• Recognize urgent and emergent situations and intervene appropriately
• Educate members on disease processes, medications, and compliance
• Address social determinants of health and provide referrals as needed

Required Qualifications:

• For Nurse Practitioners: Active ANCC or AANP certification in Family, Adult, Geriatric, or Adult-Gerontology Primary Care
• For Physician Assistants: Current NCCPA certification and state licensure
• Active, unrestricted licensure in Washington (or ability to obtain by start date), without current disciplinary actions or practice limitations
• Active and unrestricted driver's license
• Access to reliable transportation to complete home visits
• Ability to navigate varied home environments and sit, stand, or kneel as needed to perform assessments
• If working in a state that allows NPs/PAs to practice independently without a Collaborative Agreement, you must obtain approval from your licensing board if required. New hires who are eligible but have not yet applied must do so within one month of starting. If not eligible at the time of hire, you must begin working toward eligibility within one month and apply for approval within three months of becoming eligible

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1+ years of clinical experience; family, geriatric, or home health experience preferred
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and technology
• Ability to transport equipment weighing up to 30 pounds and navigate stairs as part of home visits
• Proven communication skills with geriatric or Medicare populations
• Fluency in any language besides English

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 help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are 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 and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.