Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant- Hartford County - CT
Optum
Canton Valley, CT
6 days ago
$104,500 - $156,000
Job Description
Join Optum as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in Hartford County, CT, providing vital home-based medical care to improve patient health. Enjoy a flexible schedule and competitive salary while making a meaningful impact in patients' lives.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct initial comprehensive assessments and ongoing care for newly enrolled patients
Develop and update patient management care plans
Meet with patients to review care plans and involve the PCP when applicable
Perform basic nursing procedures and prescribe diagnostics
Complete follow-up assessments according to standard procedures
Educate patients and participate in clinical meetings
Implement quality initiatives to ensure high standards of care
Required Qualifications
Completion of Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant accredited program
Current state RN/NP or PA license
Certification through AANP, ANCC, or NCCPA
Preferred Qualifications
2+ years of clinical experience in primary care, home-based medical care, geriatrics, or palliative care
Knowledge of long-term care and community resources
Knowledge of CPT, ICD-10 and HCPC codes
Knowledge of clinical standards of care
Awareness of NCQA requirements and CMS guidelines
Benefits & Perks
$40,000 Student Loan Repayment or $20,000 Sign-on BonusFlexible schedule with 4 10s option, no weekends or holidaysComprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs401k contribution and equity stock purchase options