Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - HouseCalls - Davidson & Rutherford Counties, TN
About the role
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - HouseCalls - Davidson & Rutherford Counties, TN
Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
Optum Home & Community Care, part of the Optum 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 individual's physical, mental and social needs - helping patients access and navigate care anytime and anywhere. As a team member of our Optum HouseCalls team, together in an interdisciplinary care environment, we help patients navigate the health care system and connect them to key support services. This preventive care can help patients stay well at home. We're connecting care to create a seamless health journey for patients across settings.
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
- Recognize urgent/emergent situations and intervene appropriately
- Educate members on disease processes, medications, and compliance
- Address social determinants of health and provide referrals as needed
Required Qualifications
- For NPs: Active ANCC or AANP certification in Family, Adult, Geriatric, or Adult-Gerontology Primary Care
- For PAs: Current NCCPA certification and state licensure
- 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- In addition to a driver's license, access to reliable transportation to complete home visits
- Ability to navigate varied home environments; ability to sit/stand/kneel as needed to perform assessments
- If you're working in a state that allows NPs/PAs to practice independently (without Collaborative Agreement), you must get approval from your licensing board-if required. New hires who are eligible but haven't applied yet must do so within 1 month of starting. If you're not eligible at the time of hire, you must begin working toward eligibility within 1 month and apply for approval within 3 months of becoming eligible
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 to $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).
Benefits
Our mission of helping people live healthier lives extends to our team members. Learn more about our range of benefits designed to help you live well.
Life Resources and support to focus on what matters most to you, in every facet of your life.
Emotional Education, tools and resources to help you reduce and manage stress, build resilience and more.
Physical Health plans and other coverage to support wellness for you and your loved ones.
Financial Benefits for today and to help you plan for the future, including your retirement.