Per Diem NP/PA: Flexible, Autonomous Geriatric Care

Optum; Washington; 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

Interdisciplinary support

Long-term patient relationships

Job summary

Optum Home & Community Care seeks Senior APCs to deliver longitudinal care in skilled nursing facilities as the primary clinician for a patient panel, supported by a full interdisciplinary team. You will make clinical decisions with autonomy while collaborating with the PCP.

This per diem, field-based role offers a flexible schedule, a $5,000 sign-on bonus for eligible individuals, and no productivity quotas, enabling ownership of patient outcomes and strong support from the care team.

Qualifications

• Must hold NP or PA certification and state licensure
• DEA licensure/prescriptive authority or ability to obtain
• Collaborative practice agreement ability
• Active driver's license and reliable transportation
• Ability to navigate varied practice environments

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments
• Manage acute and chronic conditions with testing and interventions
• Develop and manage complex treatment plans
• Lead goals-of-care and advance care planning conversations
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams and facilities
• Provide patient/caregiver education and ensure thorough documentation

Skills

Clinical decision-making

Independent practice

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation

Geriatrics knowledge

Education

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

NCCPA certification for PAs

Active, unrestricted licensure in practicing state

Active DEA licensure/prescriptive authority

Driver's license and transportation access

Job description

Optum Home & Community Care seeks Senior APCs to deliver longitudinal care in skilled nursing facilities as the primary clinician for a patient panel, supported by a full interdisciplinary team. You will make clinical decisions with autonomy while collaborating with the PCP.

This per diem, field-based role offers a flexible schedule, a $5,000 sign-on bonus for eligible individuals, and no productivity quotas, enabling ownership of patient outcomes and strong support from the care team.