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Per diem NP or PA, Long Term Care, Lane County, OR
Incentives & Schedule
$5,000 Sign-On Bonus for external candidates
Value-based care model with no productivity requirements
Flexible schedule with a minimum commitment of 24 hours per month
No routine on-call, weekends, or holidays required
Approximately 4-6 patient visits per day, allowing for longer, more meaningful patient interactions
About the Role Optum Senior Community Care is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide care to high-risk patients in senior living communities, assisted living facilities, and other community-based settings. This role combines geriatric and palliative care principles with a strong focus on quality outcomes, care coordination, and relationship-based medicine.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive patient assessments
Manage acute illnesses and chronic disease exacerbations
Order and interpret diagnostics and interventions as appropriate
Ensure accurate documentation and ICD-10 coding
Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams, facility staff, families, and physicians
Conduct advanced illness and advance care planning conversations
Educate patients and caregivers
Coordinate care as patients transition between care settings
Develop and implement patient-centered care plans
Required Qualifications
NP: Graduate of an accredited MSN or DNP program with board certification (AANP or ANCC)
PA: Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program with NCCPA certification
Active Oregon license (or ability to obtain)
DEA license/prescriptive authority (or ability to obtain)
Ability to obtain a collaborative practice agreement if required
Reliable transportation
Ability to perform home and facility-based assessments and transport equipment
Preferred Qualifications
New graduates encouraged to apply
Experience in senior living, geriatrics, home care, or chronic disease management
Experience caring for medically complex patients
Knowledge of geriatrics, chronic illness, palliative care, and end-of-life discussions
EMR proficiency and strong documentation skills
Benefits
Competitive salary plus incentive opportunities
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Retirement plans with employer contributions
Employee stock purchase plan
Paid time off
Continuing education support
Paid parental leave
Mileage reimbursement
Equipment stipend
Extensive clinician development and training programs
Highlights This role offers a value-based care model that prioritizes quality over volume, allowing providers to spend more time with patients, build meaningful relationships, and make a significant impact on the health and well-being of seniors in community-based settings. New graduates are welcome, and providers receive strong training and support within one of the nation's largest APC organizations.
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. 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. The hourly pay for this role will range from $44.09 to $78.70 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
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.
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