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Per Diem Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant , Bronx and Westchester

Optum

Yonkers, NY
4 days ago
$43.17 - $84.95

Job Description

Join Optum as a Per Diem Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, where you'll provide vital care to patients in various settings. With flexible hours and a focus on holistic patient needs, you'll make a significant impact in the lives of those you serve.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver cost-effective, quality care to assigned members
  • Manage medical and behavioral, chronic and acute conditions
  • Perform comprehensive assessments and document findings
  • Ensure accurate ICD10 coding and documentation
  • Conduct initial and annual medication reviews
  • Facilitate implementation of the member’s plan of care
  • Coordinate care as members transition through different levels of care
  • Evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of care plans

Required Qualifications

  • Certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant 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 stairs
  • Availability to work 24 hours per month, with at least 16 hours during off-hours
  • Ability to gain a collaborative practice agreement, if applicable

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 including electronic medical records
  • 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