Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - FLOAT (flexible scheduling/locations)

Optum; Secaucus (NJ); Hybrid; USD 89,000 - 177,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Adult Primary Care Advanced Practice Clinician to join their dedicated team in New Jersey. This role offers the chance to provide comprehensive patient care in a supportive, physician-led environment. You'll have the autonomy to practice at the peak of your license while contributing to a value-based care model. Enjoy flexible scheduling, no on-call requirements, and a robust onboarding program. Join a forward-thinking organization that values diversity and inclusion, and make a meaningful impact on the health of your community. Discover a fulfilling career where you can thrive both professionally and personally.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Qualifications

• Master's degree required with certification as Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
• Minimum 1 year of experience and ability to practice independently.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive medical history and physical examinations.
• Implement therapeutic interventions and order diagnostic procedures.

Skills

Patient Care

Clinical Assessment

Therapeutic Intervention

Evidence-based Medicine

Autonomy in Practice

Education

Master's degree as Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Tools

EMG

Electrocardiogram

CT

MRI

X-ray

Job description

Optum NJ, (formerly Optum Tri-State NJ) is seeking a Adult Primary Care - Advanced Practice Clinician to join our team in Hudson and Bergen Counties, NJ. 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. Here, you'll work alongside talented peers in a collaborative environment that is guided by diversity and inclusion while driving towards the Quadruple Aim. 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.

Position Highlights:

1. Monday through Friday; up to 12 hr. shifts
2. Available to work until 8 PM in some cases, depending on facility schedule
3. Flexible scheduling: Shifts can range from 3-5 shifts per week
4. NO CALL
5. Physician-led, patient centered team-based environment.
6. Providing full spectrum Adult Primary Care, focusing on value-based care and supported by a robust team of specialists.
7. Teamwork; Evidence-based Medicine.
8. Autonomy to practice at the peak of your license.
9. Robust onboarding and training program

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Perform comprehensive and problem-focused medical history and physical examinations.
2. Implement therapeutic intervention for specific conditions.
3. Order and perform diagnostic procedures and studies, such as EMG, Electrocardiogram, Compartment pressure measurements, X-ray examinations, CT, MRI, and bone scans.

Required Qualifications:

1. Master's degree as Nurse Practitioner of Physician Assistant from an accredited program.
2. Certified as a Nurse Practitioner through the ANCC/AANP, or as a Physician Assistant through the NCCPA.
3. Active and unrestricted Nurse Practitioner (Advanced Practice Nurse, ANP) or Physician Assistant license in the State of New Jersey.
4. Active and unrestricted CDS permit (or ability to obtain prior to start).
5. Active and unrestricted DEA License (or ability to obtain prior to start).
6. Must be CPR certified (or willing to obtain prior to start).
7. Minimum 1 year of experience required and ability to practice independently

The salary range for this role is $89,800 to $176,700 annually based on full-time employment. 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).

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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