Per Diem NP/PA – Autonomous Geriatric Care, Flexible Hours

Optum; Battle Ground (WA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Flexible Schedule

No Productivity Quotas

Own Patient Panel

Clinical Autonomy

Job summary

Optum Home & Community Care is seeking a per diem Advanced Practice Clinician to provide longitudinal care to medically complex patients in skilled nursing facilities across the region. You will act as the primary clinical decision-maker for your patient panel, supported by an integrated interdisciplinary team, with a focus on quality of care rather than productivity quotas.

Join a flexible, field-based role where you can manage your own schedule (minimum 24 hours per month) and build long-term

Qualifications

• Active ANCC or AANP certification in Family, Adult, Geriatric, or Adult-Gerontology Primary Care for NPs.
• For PAs: Current NCCPA certification and state licensure.
• Active, unrestricted licensure in the practicing state (or ability to obtain by start date).
• Active and unrestricted driver's license with reliable transportation.
• Current, active DEA licensure/prescriptive authority or ability to obtain post-hire.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments.
• Manage acute and chronic conditions, including testing and interventions.
• Lead complex treatment plans and care planning conversations.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams and facilities.
• Provide patient and caregiver education and ensure documentation.

Skills

NP certification (ANCC/AANP)

PA certification (NCCPA)

State licensure

DEA licensure

Driver's license

Job description

Optum Home & Community Care is seeking a per diem Advanced Practice Clinician to provide longitudinal care to medically complex patients in skilled nursing facilities across the region. You will act as the primary clinical decision-maker for your patient panel, supported by an integrated interdisciplinary team, with a focus on quality of care rather than productivity quotas.

Join a flexible, field-based role where you can manage your own schedule (minimum 24 hours per month) and build long-term