Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - HouseCalls - Bristol, Providence, RI - Spanish Speaking Required

About the role

Pursue your passion and potential as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in Optum Home & Community Care’s HouseCalls program. You will conduct comprehensive in-home assessments, evidence-based screenings, and collaborate with primary care providers to improve health outcomes.

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive in-home assessments, including past medical history review, medication reconciliation, vital signs, and physical exam
• Evidence-based screenings and point-of-care testing (as appropriate)
• Identify and document diagnoses for care management and treatment planning
• Communicate findings to members' PCPs to address gaps in care
• Navigate urgent/emergent situations and intervene appropriately
• Provide education on disease processes, medications, and compliance
• Address social determinants of health and provide referrals as needed

Required Qualifications

• Active ANCC or AANP certification in Family, Adult, Geriatric, or Adult-Gerontology Primary Care for NPs
• Current NCCPA certification and state licensure for PAs
• Active, unrestricted licensure in the state you will be practicing in (or ability to obtain by start date) without current disciplinary actions or practice limitations
• Active and unrestricted driver's license
• Ability to navigate varied home environments; ability to sit/stand/kneel as needed to perform assessments
• Bilingual in Spanish

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of clinical experience (family, geriatric, or home health preferred)
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and technology
• Ability to transport equipment weighing up to 30 pounds and navigate stairs as part of home visits
• Proven communication skills with geriatric or Medicare populations

Compensation

Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $109,500 - $164,000. 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. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. 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).