NP/PA, Optum at Home - Statewide Traveler, AR

Little Rock, AR, USA|Travel

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $109,500.00 - $164,000.00

Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Student loan repayment

Sign-On Bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive programs

recognition programs

equity stock purchase

401K contribution

Job Description

Optum Home & Community Care, part of the Optum family of businesses under UnitedHealth Group, is at the forefront of transforming healthcare delivery through an innovative, integrated care model. This model holistically addresses the physical, mental, and social needs of patients, enabling them to access and navigate care anytime and anywhere. As a rapidly growing entity specializing in at-home care, Optum is dedicated to preventive care that keeps patients healthy in their own residence, which reduces hospitalizations and enhances quality of life. The company is recognized as a leading employer for Nurse Practitioners, offering an exceptional professional environment and abundant growth opportunities. This role operates within a supportive interdisciplinary team to ensure coordinated, high-quality patient care.

This position focuses on providing comprehensive in-home care to some of the highest-risk health plan beneficiaries throughout Arkansas. The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant will frequently travel statewide, approximately 85% of the time, to conduct thorough assessments and manage both acute and chronic medical conditions in patients' homes. Notably, this role involves no night, weekend, or holiday shifts, supporting a better work-life balance. As part of the Optum Care at Home team, the incumbent will conduct detailed patient evaluations including medical history reviews, medication reconciliations, physical exams, and evidence-based screenings. They will also engage in care planning, manage rehabilitation episodes, administer necessary interventions, and collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary care team to optimize patient outcomes. The role is vital in delivering advanced illness and end-of-life care planning discussions with patients and caregivers, providing education and counseling to support health literacy.

Compensation ranges from $109,500 to $164,000 annually, inclusive of base salary and performance-based bonuses, reflecting factors such as experience, education, and local market trends. In addition to competitive pay, the role offers a generous benefits package alongside options such as a $25,000 student loan repayment or $40,000 sign-on bonus. The employment type is full-time with substantial travel requirements but with weekends off. This position is designed for healthcare professionals who are passionate about patient-centered, community-based care and wish to play an impactful role in an organization committed to innovation, health equity, and professional growth. Joining Optum means becoming part of a mission-driven team dedicated to improving healthcare outcomes for underserved and complex patient populations while fostering a culture of collaboration and respect.

Job Requirements

Active ANCC or AANP certification for Nurse Practitioners
Current NCCPA certification and state licensure for Physician Assistants
Active unrestricted state licensure or ability to obtain by start date without disciplinary actions
Active and unrestricted driver's license with access to reliable transportation
Current active DEA licensure or prescriptive authority or ability to obtain post-hire per state regulations
Ability to obtain collaborative practice agreement if applicable
Ability to navigate varied environments and perform physical duties such as sitting, standing, or kneeling
Willingness and ability to travel throughout Arkansas up to 85% of the time
No disciplinary actions or practice limitations on licensure

Job Qualifications

Active ANCC or AANP certification in Family, Adult, Geriatric, or Adult-Gerontology Primary Care for Nurse Practitioners
Current NCCPA certification and state licensure for Physician Assistants
Active, unrestricted licensure in the state of practice or ability to obtain by start date without disciplinary actions
Current, active DEA licensure or prescriptive authority or ability to obtain post-hire per state regulations unless prohibited
Ability to gain collaborative practice agreement if required by state
Ability to navigate varied environments and perform duties involving sitting, standing, or kneeling
Preferred one or more years of clinical experience as an APC, especially in family, geriatric, or home health care
Experience in geriatric medicine, long-term care, senior living or home care settings
Understanding of advanced illness and end-of-life care discussions
Proficiency with electronic medical records and healthcare technology

Job Duties

Conduct comprehensive in-home assessments including past medical history, medication reconciliation, vital signs, and physical exams
Perform evidence-based screenings and point-of-care testing as appropriate
Manage patients through acute medical events or exacerbations of chronic illnesses including testing and interventions
Oversee short-term sub-acute rehabilitation episodes
Document clinical findings accurately including ICD-10 coding
Collaborate and communicate effectively with the interdisciplinary care team
Lead advanced illness and care planning conversations and provide patient and caregiver education