Nurse Practitioner OR Physician Assistant - House Calls - Oregon areas

Optum; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner to join their HouseCalls program. This role focuses on conducting in-home assessments to improve patient care and satisfaction. With a commitment to work-life balance, flexible scheduling, and no on-call duties, this position allows you to make a significant impact in the community. Ideal candidates will have an active NP license and a passion for patient education. Join a forward-thinking team that values diversity and inclusion while providing essential care to patients in their homes.

Benefits

$40,000 student loan repayment

$30,000 sign-on bonus

Flexible scheduling

Qualifications

• Active NP license or ability to obtain one by start date.
• National certification in Family, Geriatrics, or Adult Primary Care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-home assessments including medical history and physical exams.
• Communicate assessment findings to primary care providers.

Skills

Clinical Assessment

Patient Education

Care Plan Management

Fluency in Spanish

Education

Active NP License

National Certification in Family, Geriatrics, or Adult Primary Care

Job description

Job Opportunity: Nurse Practitioner - Home & Community Care

Compensation and Schedule: $40,000 student loan repayment or $30,000 sign-on bonus for eligible individuals. Flexible provider schedules available between 20-40 hours per week.

About Us: Optum Home & Community Care, part of UnitedHealth Group, is innovating in healthcare by providing integrated care that addresses physical, mental, and social needs, helping patients access care anytime, anywhere.

Role Overview: As a team member of our HouseCalls program, you'll conduct annual clinical assessments at patients' homes, helping reduce health risks and coordinate follow-up care, with a high patient satisfaction rate.

Work Environment: Enjoy work-life balance with flexible scheduling, no on-call, weekends, or holidays required.

Responsibilities:

1. Conduct in-home assessments including medical history, physical exams, and vital signs.
2. Perform screenings and point of care testing as appropriate.
3. Identify diagnoses and manage care plans.
4. Communicate assessment findings to primary care providers.
5. Identify urgent situations and intervene.
6. Educate members on health topics.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Active NP license or ability to obtain one by start date.
• National certification in Family, Geriatrics, or Adult Primary Care.
• Physical ability to perform assessments and reliable transportation.

Preferred:

• 1+ year clinical experience.
• Experience in gerontology, cardiology, internal medicine, or endocrinology.
• Home health care experience.
• Ability to travel up to 5% of the time.
• Fluency in additional languages such as Spanish, Cantonese, Korean, Vietnamese, or Polish.

Additional Notes: Employees must remain in role for at least 12 months; full student loan benefits require 36 months in the role. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and are an equal opportunity employer.