Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant- Windham and Tolland Counties-CT
Optum
Middletown, CT
12 days ago
$88,000 - $173,200
Job Description
Join Optum as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in Windham, CT, providing essential home-based medical care to complex patients. Enjoy a flexible schedule, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth while making a meaningful impact in patients' lives.
Key Responsibilities
Perform initial comprehensive assessment on newly enrolled patients
Develop and update patient management care plans
Meet with patients or representatives to review care plans
Perform basic nursing procedures, including IV placement and wound care
Prescribe diagnostics and interventions to avoid acute admissions
Complete follow-up and post-discharge assessments
Consult with clinical teams following patient transfer
Educate patients on disease management and wellness
Participate in meetings related to patient care
Implement quality initiatives to improve care management
Stay current on medical research and technologies
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 and CMS guidelines
Benefits & Perks
$40,000 Student Loan Repayment or $20,000 Sign-on BonusFlexible schedule with 4 10s option, no weekends or holidaysComprehensive benefits packageIncentive and recognition programsEquity stock purchase401k contribution