Here at Optum, part of the largest network of medical groups in the nation, we are seeking a dedicated and patient-centric Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join our rapidly growing Home Care team in the Tri-State regions of Monmouth County & Ocean County, New Jersey. At Optum, we are transforming healthcare nationally while providing physician-led care locally. Work with the largest care delivery organization in the world and start doing your life’s best work. (sm)

This position requires extensive travel within greater Monmouth & Ocean County New Jersey, as well as the ability to function independently. Care will be provided direct in a patient’s home, assisted living facilities, group homes, and/or nursing homes.

Position Highlights:

• Clinician-led, patient centered team-based culture.
• Joining an established practice that has been serving the local community for over 26 years.
• Providing full spectrum Home Care services, focusing on value-based care, and supported by a robust team of specialists.
• Continuity of care, routine follow-up every 4-6 weeks.
• Clinical Aptitude: Prior experience in providing home care highly preferred. This position requires a high degree of independence/autonomy.
• Full-time; Flexible Scheduling.
• 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday, flexible day and/or afternoon scheduling options.
• Clinicians schedule their own patients daily – highly flexible.
• No on-call requirements.
• Average patient load = Minimum of 8 to 10 patients per day.
• Teamwork; Evidence-based Medicine.
• Autonomy to practice at the peak of your license.
• Supported to grow your practice and patient panel.
• Must be comfortable working independently but always have Physician support.
• Must have consistently reliable transportation.

Primary Responsibilities:

A Home Care Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioners conducts health assessments on enrolled Medicare Advantage members in their personal homes, assisted living facilities, group homes, and/or nursing homes – many of whom are elderly, physically/mentally disabled, and/or homebound. A Home Care practitioner will complete visits on members within a specified geographic area of responsibility.

The nature of the Home Care visit can vary and could include performing an annual health assessment, a post discharge visit, or visiting more complex members routine care (i.e., every 4-6 weeks). Practitioners can structure their schedules and visits to coordinate care in the same geographic area(s) daily.

General Responsibilities:

• Conduct assessments on health plan members.
• Average visits vary from 30 – 60 minutes in length, based on complexity.
• Home Care assessments includes:
• Past medical history.
• Review of systems.
• Physical examination.
• Medication review.
• Depression screening.
• Responsible for checking vitals, conducting a physical exam that includes monofilament test, urine dipstick, and foot exam (as appropriate).
• Identify diagnoses to be used in care management and active medical management in the furtherance of treatment.
• Formulate a list of current and past medical conditions using clinical knowledge and judgment and the findings of your assessment.
• Communicate findings in your assessment that will be used to inform members PCP of potential gaps in care.
• Identify needs and opportunities to generate clinical referrals to Care Improvement Plus and / or the primary care physician.
• Educate members on topics such as disease process, medication, and compliance.
• Compliance with all HIPAA regulations and maintain security of protected health information (PHI).

What makes an Optum organization different?

• Value-Based care model; Evidence-Based medicine.
• Quadruple Aim: Improving Patient Satisfaction; Lowering Costs; Delivery High-Quality Outcomes; Increasing Provider Satisfaction and Well-Being.
• Providers are supported to practice at the peak of their license.
• We recognize that if you want to provide good care and do it well, you can’t do it alone – this is the foundation of the team-based care model.
• A culture of Innovation, Collaboration, Transformation, and Growth.
• We are influencing change on a national scale while still maintaining the culture and community of our local care organizations; putting people first and working together with “Optum-ism” striving to improve everyday with an open mind and an open heart.

Compensation & Benefits Highlights:

• Competitive salaried compensation.
• Mileage reimbursement (self-reported; based on current IRS rates).
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, and Vision coverage.
• Excellent PTO package (increasing with tenure).
• Robust retirement potions, including employer funded contributions.
• Company provided tablet (for documentation purposes).
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP for UGH stock).
• Advanced Practice Clinician partnership opportunities with Optum.
• Company paid malpractice insurance and tail coverage.
• Full licensure reimbursement and annual CME stipend.
• Consistent Career Growth, Professional Development, and Supportive Culture.
• Fortune 5 Company – United Health Group
• Supportive and appreciative culture.

Required Qualifications:

• Prior/current clinical home care experience required
• Minimum of 1 to 3 years post graduate clinical experience highly preferred (i.e., prior experience in gerontology, cardiology, internal medicine, or endocrinology)
• Must be willing to travel within the greater Monmouth and Ocean counties areas in New Jersey
• Must have reliable transportation
• Must be a highly effective communicator, organized, and able to practice independently
• Master’s degree as a Physician Assistant of Nurse Practitioner from an accredited program
• Certified as a Physician Assistant through the NCCPA or as a Family Nurse Practitioner through the ANCC and/or AANP
• Active and unrestricted Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner license in the State of New Jersey
• Active New Jersey CDS license (or ability to obtain prior to start)
• Active and unrestricted DEA License (or ability to obtain prior to start)
• Must be CPR certified (or willing to obtain prior to start)
• You will be provisioned with appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and are required to perform this role with patients and members on site, as this is an essential function of this role

About the Optum Tri-State Regional Care Team:

Optum’s Tri-State regional care team, including legacy Riverside Medical Group, CareMount and ProHealth, provides services across the care continuum – from preventive medicine to diagnostics to treatment and beyond. As a truly integrated health system, our physicians and advanced practice clinicians are part of a much larger care team in primary care, urgent care and more than 25 specialties, as well as ambulatory surgery, imaging and more. As a Patient Centered Medical Home, Optum Tri-State is able to provide patient-focused medical care to the entire family. Part of a tri-state regional care team of over 2,100 providers who serve more than 1.6 million patients, our doctors and clinicians have access to the latest medical information and technology, which lets them spend more time with patients, provide better care and realize better outcomes.

As a National Committee for Quality Assurance “Level III- Patient Centered Medical Home,” Optum Tri-State is able to provide patient-focused precision medical care to the entire family and is committed to providing patients with the highest quality medical care.

In addition to providing the highest quality of care, Optum Tri-State offers its patients the best hours of operation of any private practice in the country. Patients have around-the-clock access to a health-care team and have the benefit of same day and walk in appointments. As an advocate for prenatal health and education, Optum Tri-State offers prenatal classes every weekend free of charge. Optum Tri-State believes in giving back to their community and the patients they serve through health fairs, charitable giving/foundation, and free medical education.

New Jersey Residents Only: The salary range for New Jersey residents is $110,040 to $139,000 per year. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.