Advanced Practice Clinician (PA or NP) – CarePlus – Community Based Care Delivery Program

Optum CA is seeking a Advanced Care Clinician  to join our team in Orange County, CA. 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. Here, you’ll work alongside talented peers in a collaborative environment that is guided by diversity and inclusion while driving towards the Quadruple Aim. 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.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Schedule: Monday – Friday
• Provide in home primary care services for our high-risk members.
• Ensure members are receiving high quality follow-up care (post discharge) in home setting. 
• Mix of in person new visits, follow ups and virtual / telephonic appointments.
• Review of medication management, patient education, available resources.
• Educate members on topics such as disease process, medication, and compliance.
• Meet with patient and patient’s family when discussing hospice and palliative care. 
• Advanced schedule coordinated by Medical Assistant

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.

Compensation & Benefits Highlights:

• This position offers a guaranteed base plus an annual bonus structure based on quality and performance
• Optum ACP Partnership Plan 
• 23 days of PTO, allotted CME time, and clinics are closed for 8 national holidays
• 401k with match, Executive Savings Plan, and UHG Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Vision, & Dental, Life insurance
• Medical malpractice coverage and tail policy
• Continued professional growth & leadership opportunities

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree from four-year college and/or a professional certification beyond a four-year college.
• Certificate of completion from Master of Physician Assistant Studies program or accredited Nurse Practitioner Program
• Current NCCPA or ANCC and/or AANP Certification required (Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Adult Gerontology, Acute Care)
• Unrestricted / Active CA PA or NP license
• Current CA DEA certificate required prior to start date
• 1+ years of experience as practicing APC
• Active BLS certification
• EMR Proficient
• Excellent patient care and time management skills
• Work independently and without direct supervision
• Ability to travel to multiple locations within designated region

Preferred Qualifications:  

• 1+ years experience; home health care or home visits program
• Working knowledge of managed care, health plans, medical groups
• Working knowledge with risk adjustment, coding

California Residents Only: The salary range for this role is $114,784 to $160,000 per year.  Salary Range is defined as total cash compensation at target. The actual range and pay mix of base and bonus is variable based upon experience and metric achievement. 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.

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.