Per Diem-NP or PA Senior Community Care- Suffolk County
About The Position
Optum Home & Community Care, part of the Optum family of businesses, is building an integrated care model that addresses patients’ physical, mental, and social needs. The Senior Community Care (SCC) team provides care to patients in nursing homes, senior housing, and assisted living settings, helping improve access to care and connect patients across care settings. The Advanced Practice Clinician (APC) in SCC works in an integrated care delivery program coordinating clinical care for members, with a focus on the highest-risk health plan members. The role includes supporting members during short-term sub-acute rehabilitation and working with an interdisciplinary care team. Hours are between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. during the week, with weekend availability. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is offered to external candidates.
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 obtain 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 APC; 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 examinations.
- 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.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Incentive and recognition programs.
- Equity stock purchase.
- 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements.
- $5,000 sign-on bonus for external candidates.
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