Atrius Health, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Primary Care Provider - Advanced Practice Clinician (APC) to join our team in Burlington, MA. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.
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. 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.
Position Highlights
The Primary Care Provider - Advanced Practice Clinician (APC) functions as an independent primary care provider responsible for the comprehensive, longitudinal clinical and administrative coordination of care for an assigned panel of patients. This role is intended for experienced APCs who have demonstrated readiness to independently manage a full primary care panel within a coordinated, value‑based care environment.
Providers practice in a collaborative team model and assume accountability for clinical decision‑making, care coordination, and outcomes over time.
Primary Responsibilities
Independently manage a defined panel of primary care patients, providing longitudinal, relationship‑based care
Perform comprehensive assessments, diagnoses, and treatment of patients in an ambulatory primary care setting
Manage acute and chronic conditions and serve as the author and supervisor of patient care plans
Make clinically appropriate determinations regarding in‑office management versus referral to specialty or emergency care
Manage inbox responsibilities, including test results, patient messaging, medication management, and referrals
Coordinate care with interdisciplinary team members including RNs, pharmacists, population health, behavioral health, and specialists
Partner with patients and families to support shared decision‑making and whole‑person care
Provide consultation regarding hospitalized patients within the assigned panel
Support practice efficiency, quality initiatives, and standardized clinical workflows
What makes an OptumCare organization different?
As the largest employer of Advanced Practice Clinicians, we have a best-in-class employee experience and enable you to practice at the top of your license
We believe that better care for clinicians equates to better care for patients
We are influencing change collectively on a national scale while still maintaining the culture and community of our local care organizations
We grow talent from within. No matter where you want to go- geographically or professionally- you can do it here
Compensation & Benefits Highlights
Competitive compensation, with incentives tied to high‑quality, patient‑centered care
Dedicated CME time and generous annual allowance to support professional growth
Robust 401(k) including employer funded contributions
Company paid malpractice insurance and tail coverage
Partnership opportunities with OptumCare
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Sign‑on bonus and relocation assistance available for qualified external candidates
Dax AI ambient scribe technology
e-Consults to specialists
Mobile integrated health, bringing care to pt at home when needed
Smart RX, 30+ templates in EMR, time saving system, increasing ability to manage the medications
Atrius Health is a physician-led healthcare leader. We are nationally recognized for transforming healthcare through clinical innovations, quality improvement and a commitment to value-based care. Atrius Health delivers an effective system of connected care at practice locations in eastern and central Massachusetts. We recognize the importance of a team-based delivery model, where primary & specialty care providers collaborate with hospital partners, community specialists and skilled nursing facilities - all working together to deliver high-quality care to every patient we serve. Together, we're making health care work better for everyone.
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:
Licensure & Education
Nurse Practitioner (NP): Master's degree (MSN) and national certification (ANCC or AANP) or Physician Assistant (PA): Master's degree and certification by NCCPA
Active, unrestricted Massachusetts NP or PA license (or ability to obtain prior to start)
Active DEA and MCSR (or ability to obtain prior to start)
Current BLS certification
Experience & Scope
Minimum of three (3) years of experience independently managing a full primary care patient panel
Experience includes responsibility for:
Preventive care
Longitudinal care
Chronic disease management
Care coordination and follow‑up
Experience caring for adult patients ages 65 and older
Demonstrated experience practicing in an ambulatory primary care setting, not limited to episodic, urgent, or specialty‑only care
Prior responsibility for inbox management, test results follow‑up, patient messaging, and referral coordination
Applicants who do not currently meet these required qualifications may be eligible for future transition into a fully paneled role. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply for the APC position and discuss their interest during the interview process
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience practicing in a value‑based, population health, or coordinated care model
Experience managing medically complex adult patients with multiple chronic conditions
Prior practice within a team‑based primary care model utilizing interdisciplinary support
Experience working within standardized clinical pathways or quality initiatives
Epic EHR experience
The salary range for this role is $109,500 to $164,000 annually based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. 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.
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.
