Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant- Hartford County - CT
Optum
West Hartford, CT
6 days ago
$104,500 - $156,000
Job Description
Join Optum as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide essential home-based medical care in Hartford County, CT. Enjoy a flexible schedule and the opportunity to improve patient lives through preventive care and coordinated follow-up.
Key Responsibilities
Perform initial comprehensive assessments and provide ongoing care
Develop and update patient management care plans
Educate patients on disease processes and wellness management
Consult with clinical teams following patient transfers
Implement quality initiatives to improve care management
Required Qualifications
Completion of Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant accredited program
Current state RN/NP or PA license
Certification through AANP, ANCC, or NCCPA
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, CMS guidelines, Medicaid/Medicare contracts
Benefits & Perks
$40,000 Student Loan Repayment or $20,000 Sign-on BonusComprehensive benefits packageIncentive and recognition programsEquity stock purchase401k contribution