Full-time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, Optum Care at Home - Oklahoma County, OK

UnitedHealth Group•Moore, OK

41d•$109,500 - $164,000•Remote

About The Position

Optum Care at Home is creating a new 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 Care at Home product, you will work with an interdisciplinary care team to help patients navigate the health care system and connect them to key support services. This preventive care can help patients stay well at home. The Optum at Home program is a longitudinal, integrated care delivery program that coordinates the delivery and provision of clinical care of patients in their place of residence. The Advanced Practice Clinician (APC) within OAH provides care to our highest-risk health plan beneficiaries and is part of an interdisciplinary team. We are becoming the nation's largest employer of Nurse Practitioners, offering a superior professional environment and incredible opportunities to make a difference in the lives of patients.

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 Oklahoma (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.
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; ability to sit/stand/kneel as needed to perform duties.

Nice To Haves

1+ years of clinical experience as an APC (family, geriatric, or home health preferred).
Experience in geriatric medicine, long-term care, senior living or home care setting.
Experience in 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 in-home assessments, including past medical history review, medication reconciliation, vital signs, and physical exam.
Perform evidence-based screenings and point-of-care testing (as appropriate).
Manage members through an acute medical situation or an exacerbation of a chronic condition, including testing, diagnostics, and interventions.
Manage members during a short-term sub-acute rehabilitation episode.
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.