Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant, HouseCalls - Yakima WA

UnitedHealth Group; Yakima (WA); On-site; USD 109,500 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Equity stock purchase

401(k) contributions

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a HouseCalls Advanced Practice Clinician in Yakima, WA, to conduct in-home health assessments for Medicare members. This non-prescribing field role aims to improve health outcomes through education and collaboration with primary care providers.

The ideal candidate will have an active NP or PA certification, excellent communication skills, and at least a year of clinical experience in relevant settings. Flexible scheduling and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• Active ANCC or AANP certification for NPs.
• Current NCCPA certification and state licensure for PAs.
• Active and unrestricted driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-home assessments, including past medical history and vital signs.
• Perform evidence-based screenings and testing.
• Educate members on disease processes and compliance.

Skills

Clinical experience

Communication skills

Proficiency with electronic medical records

Education

ANCC or AANP certification

NCCPA certification

Job description

Salary: $40,000 Student Loan Repayment or $30,000 Sign‑on Bonus. This role offers work‑life balance with flexible scheduling between 8am‑8pm over a 7‑day work week. No on‑call, no weekend, and no holiday duties.

Optum Home & Community Care, part of the Optum family, is building an integrated care model that addresses physical, mental, and social needs. Our HouseCalls team helps patients navigate the health care system and connects them to support services.

The HouseCalls program brings care directly to members' homes. As a HouseCalls Advanced Practice Clinician (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant), you will conduct annual in‑home health assessments for Medicare Advantage and other plan members.

This non‑prescribing, field‑based role focuses on improving health outcomes through education, gap closure, and collaboration with primary care providers.

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive in‑home assessments, including past medical history review, medication reconciliation, vital signs, and physical exam.
• 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' PCPs to address gaps in care.
• Recognize urgent/emergent situations and intervene appropriately.
• Educate members on disease processes, medications, and compliance.
• Address social determinants of health and provide referrals as needed.

You will be rewarded and recognized for your performance and provided development opportunities for other roles.

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 and reliable transportation for home visits.
• Ability to navigate varied home environments; that is, ability to sit, stand, and kneel as needed to perform assessments.
• For states that allow independent practice without a Collaborative Agreement, you must obtain licensing board approval (if required) and apply for eligibility within the specified timelines.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of clinical experience in family, geriatric, or home health settings.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and technology.
• Ability to transport equipment weighing up to 30 pounds and navigate stairs during home visits.
• Proven communication skills with geriatric or Medicare populations.

Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $109,500 to $164,000. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on factors such as local labor markets, education, and experience. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401(k) contributions.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We are committed to addressing health disparities and improving health outcomes for all.

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, 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.