Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant- Hartford County - CT
Optum
Manchester, CT
5 days ago
$104,500 - $156,000
Job Description
Join Optum as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in Hartford County, CT, where you will provide critical home-based medical care. Enjoy a flexible schedule with no weekends or on-call duties, while making a meaningful impact on patients' health and well-being.
Key Responsibilities
Perform initial comprehensive assessments on newly enrolled patients
Develop and update patient management care plans
Review care plans with patients and their representatives
Perform basic nursing procedures such as IV placement and wound care
Prescribe diagnostics and interventions to avoid unnecessary admissions
Complete follow-up assessments according to standard procedures
Consult with clinical teams following patient transfers
Educate patients on disease processes and wellness management
Participate in ongoing 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, or ability to obtain by start date
Access to reliable transportation
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 BonusComprehensive benefits packageIncentive and recognition programsEquity stock purchase401k contribution