Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, Chautauqua County

UnitedHealth Group•Dunkirk, NY

1d•$125,000 - $175,000

About The Position

Optum Home & Community Care, part of the Optum family of businesses, is hiring an Advanced Practice Clinician for its Senior Community Care (SCC) team in Chautauqua County. SCC coordinates clinical care for members in nursing homes, senior housing, and assisted living settings. The clinician provides care to high-risk health plan members and supports patients during short-term sub-acute rehabilitation episodes. The role is part of an integrated care model addressing patients’ physical, mental, and social needs. No on-call, weekend, or holiday work is required.

Requirements

For Nurse Practitioners: active ANCC or AANP certification in Family, Adult, Geriatric, or Adult-Gerontology Primary Care.
For Physician Assistants: current NCCPA certification and state licensure.
Active, unrestricted licensure in the state of practice, or ability to obtain it by the 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 it after hire, per state regulations, unless prohibited in the state of practice.
Ability to gain a collaborative practice agreement, if applicable in the state of practice.
Ability to navigate varied environments and position oneself as needed to perform job duties.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of clinical experience as an Advanced Practice Clinician; long-term care experience preferred.
Experience in geriatric medicine, long-term care, senior living, or home care.
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.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive assessments, including reviewing past medical history, reconciling medications, taking vital signs, and performing physical exams.
Conduct 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 counseling and education to patients and caregivers.