Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Primary Care (Outpatient) - Optum AZ

Marshall B. Ketchum University; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 105,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Continuing Medical Education allowance

Professional liability insurance

Excellent PTO package

401K with employer contributions

Starting bonus

Job summary

Optum AZ seeks a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for outpatient primary care in Tucson, AZ. This full-time role features a Monday–Friday schedule with about 36 patient contact hours weekly and 18–22 patients per day, using EPIC EMR with Dragon dictation and AI note-taking.

You will have a dedicated MA team, onsite lab/pharmacy support, relocation funds for out-of-state applicants, and new graduates are welcome.

Qualifications

• Unrestricted Arizona NP or PA license required by start date.
• National NP certification through AANC or AANP, or PA certification through NCCPA.
• Current DEA registration and BLS certification required by start date.

Responsibilities

• Practice outpatient primary care at full scope of license.
• Work Monday through Friday; 36 patient contact hours per week.
• Manage 18–22 patients daily; use EPIC with AI note-taking.
• collaborate with MA team; onsite lab and pharmacy support.

Skills

Value Based Care Experience

Outpatient Primary Care

Team-based care

Education

Arizona NP/PA license

AANC or AANP certification

NCCPA certification

DEA registration

BLS certification

Tools

EPIC EMR system

Job description

Optum AZ is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Primary Care (Outpatient) to join our team in Tucson, AZ. 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. 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.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Practice outpatient Primary Care at the full scope of your license
• Full time position, Monday through Friday
• 36 patient contact hours each week
• 18-22 patients per day on average
• EPIC EMR system with Dragon dictation and AI notetaking
• Dedicated MA team for rooming and support
• Onsite lab and pharmacy resource support for medication refills
• Clinic hours are Monday - Friday, 7am to 5:30pm
• Out-of-state applicants encouraged to apply, relocation funds available
• New graduates are welcome to apply

What makes an Optum organization different?

• 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

• Generous compensation package
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, including STD/LTD and UnitedHealth Group stock discounts
• Continuing Medical Education allowance with paid time off
• Company paid Professional liability insurance
• Excellent PTO package
• Generous retirement program with employer-funded contributions (401K)
• Starting bonus available

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 Arizona Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license or ability to obtain by start date
• National Nurse Practitioner certification through AANC or AANP, or Physician Assistant national certification through NCCPA
• Current DEA registration or ability to by start date
• Current BLS certification or ability to by start date

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in providing patient care under a Value Based Care Model
• Experience in outpatient Primary Care
• Knowledge of HEDIS measures, CAHPS, HOS, HCC Coding documentation
• Proficient in Medicare Annual Wellness visits
• Proficient in EMR systems & technology (EPIC Preferred)

The salary range for this role is $104,500 to $156,000 per year. 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 local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. 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.

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

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