Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant- Windham and Tolland Counties-CT
Optum
Windham, CT
4 days ago
$88,000 - $173,200
Job Description
Join Optum as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant and be part of a team dedicated to providing home-based medical care for complex patients. This role offers a flexible schedule and the opportunity to make a significant impact on patients' lives.
Key Responsibilities
Perform initial comprehensive assessments on newly enrolled patients
Develop and update patient management care plans
Meet with patients and legal representatives to review care plans
Perform basic nursing procedures such as IV placement and wound care
Prescribe diagnostics and interventions to avoid unnecessary admissions
Complete follow-up and post-discharge assessments
Consult with clinical teams following patient transfers
Educate patients on disease processes and wellness management
Participate in meetings related to patient care and clinical excellence
Implement HEDIS measure campaigns and quality initiatives
Stay current on medical and nursing research and standards
Required Qualifications
Completion of Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant accredited program
Current state RN/NP or PA license
Certification through AANP, ANCC, or NCCPA or ability to obtain certification by start date
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