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Per Diem, Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Bronx and Westchester

Optum

Yonkers, NY
20 days ago
$43.17 - $84.95

Job Description

Join Optum as a Per Diem Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, where you'll provide critical care to patients in their homes and communities. Enjoy flexible hours and the opportunity to make a significant impact on patient lives while being part of a leading health and wellness organization.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver cost-effective, quality care to assigned members
  • Manage medical and behavioral conditions in collaboration with a physician
  • Perform comprehensive assessments and document findings
  • Ensure all diagnoses are accurately coded and documented
  • Conduct medication reviews and reconciliations
  • Facilitate the member's plan of care with facility staff and families
  • Evaluate and adjust care plans as necessary
  • Communicate effectively with internal and external parties

Required Qualifications

  • Certified Nurse Practitioner through a national board
  • Active and unrestricted license in the state of residence
  • Current active DEA licensure/prescriptive authority or ability to obtain post-hire
  • Access to reliable transportation
  • Ability to lift a 30-pound bag and navigate various conditions
  • Ability to gain a collaborative practice agreement

Preferred Qualifications

  • 1+ years of hands-on post grad experience within Long Term Care
  • Understanding of Geriatrics and Chronic Illness
  • Understanding of Advanced Illness and end of life discussions
  • Proficient computer skills for documentation
  • Ability to develop and maintain positive customer relationships
  • Adaptability to change

Benefits & Perks

$10,000 Sign-on Bonus for External CandidatesComprehensive benefits packageIncentive and recognition programsEquity stock purchase401k contribution