NP or PA – Per Diem – Senior Community Care

$5,000 Sign On Bonus For External CandidatesFor those who want to invent the future of health care, here’s your opportunity. We’re going beyond basic care to health programs integrated across the entire continuum of care. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. xc2xa0 The NP or PA will not be managing care but will be communicating pertinent findings to the attending and facility staff. You will not bear the heavy responsibility for orders, treatments, and follow up. You will have the autonomy you deserve, which shows your value and ability to work independently. We would love to hear from you to explain the benefits, pay and job description further. xc2xa0 Optum Home & Community Care, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, is creating something new in health care. We are uniting industry-leading solutions to build an integrated care model that holistically addresses an individualxe2x80x99s physical, mental, and social needs xe2x80x93 helping patients access and navigate care anytime and anywhere.xe2x80xafxe2x80xafxe2x80xafxc2xa0 Serving millions of Medicare and Medicaid patients, Optum is the nationxe2x80x99s largest health and wellness business and a vibrant, growing member of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses.xc2xa0 Primary Responsibilities:Perform comprehensive assessments and document findings in a concise/comprehensive manner that is compliant with documentation requirements and Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) regulationsResponsible for ensuring that all diagnoses are ICD10, coded accurately, and documented appropriately to support the diagnosis at that visitThe APC is responsible for ensuring that all quality elements are addressed and documentedThe APC will do an initial medication reviewMust attend and complete all mandatory educational and computer/virtual training requirementsTravel between care sites mandatoryCare Coordination xc2xa0Communicate with the patient and necessary team members regarding any medical concerns at the time of your visitProgram Enhancement Expected Behaviors xc2xa0Exhibit original thinking and creativity in the development of new and improved methods and approaches to concerns/issuesFunction independently and responsibly with minimal need for supervisionxc2xa0Ability to enter available hours into web-based application, at least one month prior to available work timeDemonstrate initiative in achieving individual, team, and organizational goals and objectivesParticipate in SCC quality initiativesAvailability to check Optum email intermittently for required trainings, communications, and monthly schedulingxc2xa0 xc2xa0Youxe2x80x99ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.Required Qualifications:For NPs – Certified Nurse Practitioner through a national boardGraduate of an accredited Masterxe2x80x99s degree in Nursing (MSN) program and board certified through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) or the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioners (AG AC NP), Adult/Family or Gerontology Nurse Practitioners (ACNP), with preferred certification as ANP, FNP, or GNPxc2xa0For PAs – Certified Physician Assistant through a national board: Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant degree program and currently board certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)xc2xa0Active and unrestricted license in the state which you residexc2xa0Current active DEA licensure/prescriptive authority or ability to obtain post-hire, per state regulations (unless prohibited in state of practice)xc2xa0Access to reliable transportation that will enable you to travel to client and/or patient sites within a designated areaxc2xa0Ability to lift a 30-pound bag in and out of car and to navigate stairs and a variety of dwelling conditions and configurations xc2xa0Availability to work 24 hours per month, with expectations that 16 of the 24 hours/month could be during off-hours (after 5 pm, on weekends, and/or holidays) not to exceed 960 hours in a calendar yearAbility to gain a collaborative practice agreement, if applicable in your statexc2xa0 Preferred Qualifications:1+ years of hands-on post grad experience within Long Term CareUnderstanding of Geriatrics and Chronic Illnessxc2xa0Understanding of Advanced Illness and end of life discussions xc2xa0Proficient computer skills including the ability to document medical information with written and electronic medical recordsxc2xa0Ability to develop and maintain positive customer relationshipsxc2xa0Adaptability to changexc2xa0 xc2xa0xc2xa0 Washington Residents Only:xc2xa0The hourly range for this role is $42.31 to $83.27 per hour. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, youxe2x80x99ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. xc2xa0 At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyonexe2x80x93of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and incomexe2x80x93deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes xe2x80x94 an enterprise priority reflected in our mission. xc2xa0 xc2xa0 xc2xa0 Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.xc2xa0 xc2xa0 xc2xa0 OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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