Optum
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, HouseCalls - King County, WA
Optum, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
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Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, HouseCalls - King County, WA
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$40,000 Student Loan Repayment Or $30,000 Sign-on Bonus For Individuals Who Have Not Previously Participated In This Program
Flexible provider schedules available between 20-40 hours per week
Optum is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our HouseCalls team in King County, WA. Optum is a clinician‑led care organization creating a seamless health journey for patients across the care continuum.
As a member of the broader Home and Community Care team, you’ll provide annual clinical assessments to patients in the comfort of their homes. This important preventive care identifies and reduces health risks for patients, in addition to coordinating appropriate follow‑up care to improve health and well‑being.
At Optum, the integrated medical teams who practice within Home and Community Care are creating something new in health care. Together, we are bringing high‑end medical service, compassionate care and industry‑leading solutions to our most vulnerable patient populations.
In this role you will have the ability to achieve work life balance. Flexible scheduling offered where providers can flex their time over the 7‑day work week. No on‑call, no weekends and no holidays required.
Primary Responsibilities
Conduct in‑home assessments including an evaluation of past medical history, review of systems, medication reconciliation, vital signs, and comprehensive physical exam
Perform evidence‑based practice screenings including point of care testing (as appropriate)
Identify diagnoses to be used in care management and active medical management in the furtherance of treatment
Formulate a list of current and past medical conditions using clinical knowledge and judgment and the findings of your assessment
Communicate findings in your assessment that will be used to inform member’s PCP of potential gaps in care
Identify urgent and emergent situations and intervene appropriately
Educate members on topics such as disease process, medication, and compliance
Required Qualifications
Active NP or PA license or ability to obtain by start date. Licensure must be unencumbered, free of any open/unresolved disciplinary actions including probation or restrictions against privilege to practice
Active national NP or PA certification or the ability to obtain national certification in state of assignment by start date (For NPs ‑ Active ANCC or AANP national certification in Family, Geriatrics, Adult, Adult‑Gerontology Primary Care, or Adult‑Gerontology Acute Care certification OR for PAs ‑ Physician Assistant national certification through NCCPA)
Ability to complete physical requirements of the job including lifting a 30‑pound bag in and out of the car, navigating stairs and a variety of dwelling conditions, and sit, stand and kneel to perform physical assessment
Reliable transportation to complete home visit assessments
Preferred Qualifications
May be requested to obtain additional licensure in other geographic areas
1+ years of clinical experience in their highest level of education, clinical setting
Experience in gerontology, cardiology, internal medicine, or endocrinology
Home Health care or home visit experience
Ability to travel throughout the state, beyond your assigned region, up to 5% of the time. Eligible for additional compensation incentives
Fluency in Spanish, Cantonese, Korean, Vietnamese, Polish, or other language
Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $104,500 - $156,000 per hour. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).
OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules or regulations. OptumCare is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, HouseCalls - King County, WA
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Optum
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$40,000 Student Loan Repayment Or $30,000 Sign-on Bonus For Individuals Who Have Not Previously Participated In This Program
Flexible provider schedules available between 20-40 hours per week
Optum is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our HouseCalls team in King County, WA. Optum is a clinician‑led care organization creating a seamless health journey for patients across the care continuum.
As a member of the broader Home and Community Care team, you’ll provide annual clinical assessments to patients in the comfort of their homes. This important preventive care identifies and reduces health risks for patients, in addition to coordinating appropriate follow‑up care to improve health and well‑being.
At Optum, the integrated medical teams who practice within Home and Community Care are creating something new in health care. Together, we are bringing high‑end medical service, compassionate care and industry‑leading solutions to our most vulnerable patient populations.
In this role you will have the ability to achieve work life balance. Flexible scheduling offered where providers can flex their time over the 7‑day work week. No on‑call, no weekends and no holidays required.
Primary Responsibilities
Conduct in‑home assessments including an evaluation of past medical history, review of systems, medication reconciliation, vital signs, and comprehensive physical exam
Perform evidence‑based practice screenings including point of care testing (as appropriate)
Identify diagnoses to be used in care management and active medical management in the furtherance of treatment
Formulate a list of current and past medical conditions using clinical knowledge and judgment and the findings of your assessment
Communicate findings in your assessment that will be used to inform member’s PCP of potential gaps in care
Identify urgent and emergent situations and intervene appropriately
Educate members on topics such as disease process, medication, and compliance
Required Qualifications
Active NP or PA license or ability to obtain by start date. Licensure must be unencumbered, free of any open/unresolved disciplinary actions including probation or restrictions against privilege to practice
Active national NP or PA certification or the ability to obtain national certification in state of assignment by start date (For NPs ‑ Active ANCC or AANP national certification in Family, Geriatrics, Adult, Adult‑Gerontology Primary Care, or Adult‑Gerontology Acute Care certification OR for PAs ‑ Physician Assistant national certification through NCCPA)
Ability to complete physical requirements of the job including lifting a 30‑pound bag in and out of the car, navigating stairs and a variety of dwelling conditions, and sit, stand and kneel to perform physical assessment
Reliable transportation to complete home visit assessments
Preferred Qualifications
May be requested to obtain additional licensure in other geographic areas
1+ years of clinical experience in their highest level of education, clinical setting
Experience in gerontology, cardiology, internal medicine, or endocrinology
Home Health care or home visit experience
Ability to travel throughout the state, beyond your assigned region, up to 5% of the time. Eligible for additional compensation incentives
Fluency in Spanish, Cantonese, Korean, Vietnamese, Polish, or other language
Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $104,500 - $156,000 per hour. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).
OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules or regulations. OptumCare is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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