NP/PA, Optum at Home - Carroll, Washington, Benton, Crawford Counties, AR

$10,000 Sign-on Bonus For Individuals Who Have Not Previously Participated In This Program Home Base Medical Care, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our team in Carroll, Washington, Benton and Crawford Counites, AR. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live. Home Based Medical Care involves travel to patient residences. As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone. At Optum, you'll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. Here, you'll work alongside talented peers in a collaborative environment that is guided by diversity and inclusion while driving towards the Quadruple Aim. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting. Growing together. Works as a provider member within the HBMC interdisciplinary team in the direct delivery of home-based medical care of a population within an assigned geography. Dedicated to improving the health and well- being of patients, this position collaborates with the

PCP, HBMC

interdisciplinary teammates and consultants, and as needed, the health plan Medical Director and other health professionals, to develop and carry out patients' goals of care in all phases of the patient journey. This is a full time opportunity - Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm. No on call, nights or weekends. Primary Responsibilities Practices in accordance with the respective state laws and regulations governing the practice of advanced practice nursing or physician assistants Establishes and maintains effective relationships with patients, care givers, and/or their legal representatives, IDT members, PCPs, other collaborating physicians/providers, and facility staff when applicable Performs an initial comprehensive assessment on all newly enrolled patients and provides ongoing care thereafter. Develops a patient management care plan upon enrollment and updates it as needed when changes in condition warrant or following hospitalization. Meets with patients and/or their legal representatives to review newly developed or modified care plans; involves the PCP or supervising physician in these meetings, when applicable Completes follow-up and post-discharge assessments according to documented standard operating procedure Prescribes appropriate diagnostics and interventions to avoid unnecessary acute admissions Comfortable with basic procedures of nursing care, including IV placement, blood draws, injections, foley catheters, nasal packing, wound care, etc. New hire and annual skills check/training provided Consults with hospital, emergency or post-acute clinical team following notification of patient transfer Educates patients and/or their legal representatives in disease processes affecting patients and ways to manage them effectively, as well as to promote wellness Provides counsel, support and education to staff as appropriate Actively participates in ongoing meetings pertaining to patient care and clinical excellence Implements HEDIS measure campaigns and other quality initiatives to ensure the highest standards of care and to promote the improvement of care management and delivery Keeps current on relevant medical and nursing research, technology, and related issues by attending continuing education courses, professional meetings and journal reviews Perform related duties as necessary and other duties as assigned You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

Completion of Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant accredited program Current NP/PA license, and current state RN license if NP 2+ years of NP or PA clinical experience, primary care, home-based medical care, geriatrics or palliative care or emergency/urgent care Knowledge of long-term care, community resources and cost-effective alternatives regarding patient care delivery systems Driver's license and access to reliable transportation; if you are driving a vehicle, you must comply with all the terms of the Optum Motor Vehicle Safety policy Current valid DEA license or ability to obtain by start date

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of CPT, ICD-10 and HCPC codes Home Health experience is highly desired Knowledge of clinical standards of care Awareness of NCQA requirements, CMS guidelines, Medicaid/Medicare contracts and benefit systems 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). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. •

PLEASE NOTE

•Employees must be in an active regular status. Employees must remain in role for a minimum of 12 months from the date of hire /rehire/transfer. If an employee leaves Home and Community, the student loan repayments will cease. The employee must remain in an Advanced Practice Clinician or Physician role within Home and Community for 36 months to receive the full benefit of the student loan repayments. OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.