Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - HouseCalls - Hartford, New Haven, CT - Spanish...

Salary & Bonuses $40,000 Student Loan Repayment or $20,000 Sign-on Bonus for Individuals Who Have Not Previously Participated in this Program. In this role, you will have the ability to achieve work life balance. Flexible scheduling is offered where providers can flex their time between 8 am–8 pm over the 7‑day work week. No on‑call, no weekends and no holidays required. About the Program Optum Home & Community Care, part of the Optum 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—to help patients access and navigate care anytime and anywhere. As a team member of our Optum HouseCalls team, we help patients navigate the health care system and connect them to key support services. This preventive care can help patients stay well at home. We're connecting care to create a seamless health journey for patients across settings. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. Role Overview HouseCalls is an innovative, performance‑driven program that brings care directly to members' homes. As a HouseCalls Advanced Practice Clinician (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant), you will conduct annual in‑home health assessments for Medicare Advantage and other plan members. This is a non‑prescribing, field‑based role focused on improving health outcomes through education, gap closure, and collaboration with primary care providers (PCP). Primary Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive in‑home assessments, including: Past medical history review, medication reconciliation, vital signs, and physical exam Evidence‑based screenings and point‑of‑care testing (as appropriate) Identify and document diagnoses for care management and treatment planning Communicate findings to members' PCPs to address gaps in care Recognize urgent/emergent situations and intervene appropriately Educate members on disease processes, medications, and compliance Address social determinants of health and provide referrals as needed Required Qualifications 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 the state you will be practicing in (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 to complete home visits Ability to navigate varied home environments; ability to sit/stand/kneel as needed to perform assessments If you’re working in a state that allows NPs/PAs to practice independently (without Collaborative Agreement), you must get approval from your licensing board—if required. New hires who are eligible but haven’t applied yet must do so within 1 month of starting. If you’re not eligible at the time of hire, you must begin working toward eligibility within 1 month and apply for approval within 3 months of becoming eligible Bilingual in Spanish Preferred Qualifications 1+ years of clinical experience (family, geriatric, or home health preferred) Proficiency with electronic medical records and technology Ability to transport equipment weighing up to 30 pounds and navigate stairs as part of home visits Proven communication skills with geriatric or Medicare populations Compensation and Benefits Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $109,500 – $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 401(k) 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. Equal Opportunity Employer 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. Drug‑Free Workplace OptumCare is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Stryker Corporation