Per Diem Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - SCC - Shelton, CT
$5,000 sign-on bonus for external candidates. No on-call, no weekends, and no holidays required.
About the Role
Optum Home & Community Care, part of the Optum family of businesses, is creating a new model in health care by uniting industry-leading solutions to build an integrated care model that holistically addresses an individual's physical, mental, and social needs. As part of our Senior Community Care (SCC) team, you will provide care to patients in nursing homes, senior housing, and assisted living settings. This role focuses on improving access to care and connecting patients to create a seamless health journey.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive assessments, including past medical history review, medication reconciliation, vital signs, and physical exams
- Perform evidence-based screenings and point-of-care testing (as appropriate)
- Support members during short-term sub-acute rehabilitation episodes
- Ensure accurate and complete documentation, including ICD-10 conditions
- Communicate and collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team
- Conduct advanced illness and advanced care planning conversations
- Provide patients and caregivers with counseling and education
Requirements
- 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
- Access to reliable transportation
- Current, active DEA licensure/prescriptive authority or ability to obtain post-hire, per state regulations (unless prohibited in state of practice)
- Ability to gain a collaborative practice agreement, if applicable in your state
- Ability to navigate varied environments and position yourself as needed to perform job duties
Preferred Qualifications
- 1+ years of clinical experience as an APC (long-term care setting preferred)
- Experience in geriatric medicine, long-term care, senior living, or home care settings
- Experience meeting the medical needs of patients with complex behavioral, social, and/or functional needs
- Understanding of geriatrics and chronic illness
- Understanding of advanced illness and end-of-life discussions
- Proficiency with electronic medical records and technology
Schedule
Monday–Friday, within an 8 a.m.–5 p.m. timeframe (hours flexible).
Pay
Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $53.00–$79.00 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, and work experience. Compensation may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Incentive and recognition programs
- Equity stock purchase
- 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements)