Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant- Hartford County - CT
Optum
West Hartford, CT
3 days ago
$104,500 - $156,000
Job Description
Join Optum as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in Complex Care at Home, where you'll provide essential preventive care and improve patient health outcomes in a supportive team environment. Enjoy a flexible schedule and the opportunity to make a significant impact on patients' lives.
Key Responsibilities
Perform initial comprehensive assessments on newly enrolled patients
Develop and update patient management care plans
Meet with patients to review care plans
Perform basic nursing procedures
Prescribe diagnostics and interventions
Complete follow-up assessments
Consult with clinical teams following patient transfers
Educate patients on disease management
Participate in patient care meetings
Implement quality initiatives and keep current on medical research
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
Comprehensive benefits packageIncentive and recognition programsEquity stock purchase401k contribution$40,000 Student Loan Repayment or $20,000 Sign-on Bonus