Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - New York State Traveler

Optum; Puyallup (WA); À distance; USD 125 000 - 175 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Sign-on Bonus

Student Loan Repayment

Résumé du poste

Optum Home & Community Care, part of Optum, seeks an Advanced Practice Clinician (NP/PA) to support seniors in nursing homes, senior housing and home care across New York with 20% travel and 80% time in Metro NY. The role offers a base salary plus incentives and a sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• Active ANCC or AANP certification in Family, Adult, Geriatric, or Adult‑Gerontology Primary Care.
• For PAs: NCCPA certification and state licensure.
• Active unrestricted licensure in the practicing state with no disciplinary actions.
• Active and unrestricted driver's license with access to reliable transportation.
• Current DEA licensure/prescriptive authority or ability to obtain post‑hire.
• Ability to obtain a collaborative practice agreement if required.
• Ability to navigate varied environments in the role.

Responsabilités

• Conduct comprehensive assessments including history, med reconciliation, vitals, and exam.
• Support members during a short-term sub-acute rehabilitation episode.
• Ensure accurate documentation including ICD‑10 conditions.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care team.
• Conduct advanced illness and end‑of‑life planning conversations.
• Provide counseling and education to patients and caregivers.

Connaissances

NP/PA roles

Clinical assessment

Care planning

Formation

ANCC/AANP Family/Adult/Geriatric/Adult-Gerontology Primary Care certification

NCCPA certification (PA)

Unrestricted state licensure

Description du poste

$40,000. Student Loan Repayment Or $40,000.Sign-on Bonus

This role requires 20% travel across the entire state of New York and 80% of the time will be in Metro NY. All travel expenses are covered, and there is a base salary plus multiple incentives. You can live anywhere in the state for this role.

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 team member of our Senior Community Care (SCC) team, we work to provide care to patients in nursing homes, senior housing and assisted living settings. This life-changing work adds a layer of support to improve access to care. We're connecting care to create a seamless health journey for patients across settings. Join us in making healthcare work better for everyone through people-led, responsible AI whileCaring. Connecting. Growing together.

The Senior Community Care (SCC) program is an integrated care delivery program that coordinates the delivery and provision of clinical care of members. The Advanced Practice Clinician within SCC provides care to our highest-risk health plan members. We're fast becoming the nation's largest employer of Nurse Practitioners; offering a superior professional environment and incredible opportunities to make a difference in the lives of patients. This growth is not only a testament to our model's success but the efforts, care, and commitment of our Providers.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments, including:
  • Past medical history review, medication reconciliation, vital signs, and physical exam
  • Evidence-based screenings and point-of-care testing (as appropriate)
• Support members during a short term sub-acute rehabilitation episode
• 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

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:

• 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 you will be practicing in (or ability to obtain by start date) without current disciplinary actions or practice limitations
• Active and unrestricted driver's license
  • In addition to a driver's license, access to reliable transportation
• Current, active DEA licensure/prescriptive authority or ability to obtain post-hire, per state regulations (unless prohibited in state of practice)
• Ability to gain a collaborative practice agreement, if applicable in your state
• Ability to navigate varied environments and to position oneself as needed 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 in 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 $125,000 to $175,000. 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, and regulations.

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