About this opportunity
Optum lists this Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Part-time - Housecalls - Gibson, Crockett, & Dyer C[...] opportunity in dyersburg, Tennessee. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
$10,000 Sign‑on Bonus
This is a part‑time position, 30 hours per week. Flexible scheduling is offered – providers can flex their time between 8 am and 8 pm over the 7‑day work week. No on‑call, no weekend or holiday shifts required.
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. The role is non‑prescribing, field‑based and 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 and reliable transportation to complete home visits
Ability to navigate varied home environments; ability to sit/stand/kneel as needed to perform assessments
For states allowing independent practice, approval from the licensing board must be obtained within one month of starting (or within three months of becoming eligible)
Preferred Qualifications
1+ year(s) 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
Base pay ranges from $109,500 to $164,000. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and may increase over time based on productivity and performance. We comply with all minimum wage laws applicable to the location.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, 401(k) contribution, and other benefits subject to eligibility requirements.
Equal Employment Opportunity
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.
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Worksite address
dyersburg, TN, 38024, US
Who can apply
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