Physician Assistant, Long-Term Care- Marion & Benton County, OR

Company Overview Optum Home & Community Care, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, is creating something new in health care. We are uniting industry-leading solutions to build an integrated care model that holistically addresses an individual’s physical, mental and social needs – helping patients access and navigate care anytime and anywhere. About the Role As a team member of our Senior Community Care (SCC) product, we work with a team to provide care to patients at home in a nursing home, assisted living or senior housing. This life‑changing work adds a layer of support to improve access to care. We’re connecting care to create a seamless health journey for patients across care settings. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. We’re fast 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. The Senior Community Care (SCC) program is a longitudinal, integrated care delivery program that coordinates the delivery and provision of clinical care of members in a facility setting. The APC within SCC provides care to our highest‑risk health plan members and is part of an interdisciplinary team. No on‑call, no weekends, and no holidays required. Optum is transforming care delivery with innovative and personal care. As one of the largest employers of APCs, Optum offers unparalleled career development opportunities. Primary Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive assessments Manage members through an acute medical situation or an exacerbation of a chronic condition, including testing, diagnostics, 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 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 For Nurse Practitioners: Graduate of an accredited Master of Science Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice program Active and unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in the state you reside, or ability to obtain by start date Board certified through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners or the American Nurses Credentialing Center, with certification in one of the following: Family Nurse Practitioner Adult Nurse Practitioner Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Adult‑Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Adult‑Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner For Physician Assistants: Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant degree program Active and unrestricted Physician Assistant license in the state you reside, or ability to obtain by start date Board certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) Current, active DEA licensure/prescriptive authority or ability to obtain post‑hire, per state regulations (unless prohibited in state of practice) (SCC04) Ability to gain a collaborative practice agreement, if applicable in your state Ability to complete physical requirements of the job including moving a 30‑pound bag in and out of the car, navigating stairs and a variety of dwelling conditions, remain in a stationary position and position self to perform physical assessment Driver’s license and access to reliable transportation Preferred Qualifications 1+ years of clinical experience in practice (long‑term care setting preferred) 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 Proficient computer skills including the ability to document medical information with written and electronic medical records Compensation and Benefits Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. Salary for this role ranges from $89,900 to $160,600 annually based on full‑time employment. In addition to your salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401(k) contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements. We comply with applicable minimum wage laws. UnitedHealth Group 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. UnitedHealth Group is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone — regardless of race, gender, sexuality, age, location or income — deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. We are committed to mitigating barriers to good health, particularly for people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to the environment and to delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes. #J-18808-Ljbffr Optum