Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant- Hartford County - CT
Optum
East Hartford, CT
6 days ago
$104,500 - $156,000
Job Description
Join Optum as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in Hartford County, CT, providing critical home-based medical care. Enjoy a flexible schedule and attractive benefits while making a significant impact on patient health and well-being.
Key Responsibilities
Perform initial comprehensive assessments on newly enrolled patients
Develop and update patient management care plans
Meet with patients and/or their representatives to review care plans
Provide basic nursing procedures including IV placement and wound care
Prescribe diagnostics and interventions to avoid unnecessary acute admissions
Complete follow-up and post-discharge assessments
Consult with clinical teams following patient transfer
Educate patients on disease processes and wellness promotion
Participate in ongoing patient care meetings and quality initiatives
Stay current on medical and nursing research and practices
Required Qualifications
Completion of Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant accredited program
Current state RN/NP or PA license
Certification through AANP, ANCC, or NCCPA
Preferred Qualifications
2+ years of clinical experience in primary care, home-based medical care, geriatrics, or palliative care
Knowledge of long-term care, community resources, and cost-effective alternatives in patient care
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 BonusFlexible schedule with 4 10-hour daysComprehensive benefits packageIncentive and recognition programsEquity stock purchase and 401k contribution