Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Senior Care - Hartford County, CT - Optum
Optum
New Britain, CT
2 days ago
$104,500 - $156,000
Job Description
Join Optum's Senior Community Care team as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, where you'll provide essential care to high-risk patients in their homes and facilities, ensuring they receive the support they need for a healthier life.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive assessments
Manage members through acute medical situations or exacerbations of chronic conditions
Manage members during short-term sub-acute rehabilitation episodes
Ensure accurate and complete documentation, including ICD 10 conditions
Communicate and collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team
Conduct advanced illness and advanced care planning conversations
Provide patients and caregivers with counseling and education
Required Qualifications
Certified APC through a national board
Active and unrestricted APC license in the State of Connecticut
Current, active DEA licensure/prescriptive authority or ability to obtain post-hire
Ability to gain a collaborative practice agreement
Ability to complete physical requirements of the job
Driver’s license and access to reliable transportation
Preferred Qualifications
1+ years of clinical experience in practice (long-term care setting preferred)
Experience in meeting the medical needs of patients with complex behavioral, social and/or functional needs
Understanding of Geriatrics and Chronic Illness
Understanding of Advanced Illness and end of life discussions
Proficient computer skills including the ability to document medical information
Benefits & Perks
$40,000 Student Loan Repayment or $20,000 Sign-on BonusComprehensive benefits packageIncentive and recognition programsEquity stock purchase401k contribution