Advanced Practice Clinician

3 weeks ago


New London, Connecticut, United States Optum Full time
About the Role

Optum, a leading health and wellness company, is seeking a highly skilled Advanced Practice Clinician to join our Senior Community Care team. As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care to our members.

Key Responsibilities
  • Primary Care Delivery
    • Deliver cost-effective, quality care to assigned members
    • Manage both medical and behavioral, chronic and acute conditions effectively, and in collaboration with a physician or specialty provider
    • Perform comprehensive assessments and document findings in a concise/comprehensive manner that is compliant with documentation requirements and Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) regulations
    • Responsible for ensuring that all diagnoses are ICD10, coded accurately, and documented appropriately to support the diagnosis at that visit
    • The APC is responsible for ensuring that all quality elements are addressed and documented
    • The APC will do an initial medication review, annual medication review and a post-hospitalization medication reconciliation
    • Facilitate agreement and implementation of the member's plan of care by engaging the facility staff, families/responsible parties, primary and specialty care physicians
    • Evaluate the effectiveness, necessity and efficiency of the plan, making revisions as needed
    • Utilizes practice guidelines and protocols established by CCM
    • Must attend and complete all mandatory educational and LearnSource training requirements
    • Travel between care sites mandatory
  • Care Coordination
    • Understand the Payer/Plan benefits, CCM associate policies, procedures and articulate them effectively to providers, members and key decision-makers
    • Assess the medical necessity/effectiveness of ancillary services to determine the appropriate initiation of benefit events and communicate the process to providers and appropriate team members
    • Coordinate care as members transition through different levels of care and care settings
    • Monitor the needs of members and families while facilitating any adjustments to the plan of care as situations and conditions change
    • Review orders and interventions for appropriateness and response to treatment to identify most effective plan of care that aligns with the member's needs and wishes
    • Evaluate plan of care for cost effectiveness while meeting the needs of members, families and providers to decreases high costs, poor outcomes and unnecessary hospitalizations
  • Program Enhancement Expected Behaviors
    • Regular and effective communication with internal and external parties including physicians, members, key decision-makers, nursing facilities, CCM staff and other provider groups
    • Actively promote the CCM program in assigned facilities by partnering with key stakeholders (i.e.: internal sales function, provider relations, facility leader) to maintain and develop membership growth
    • Exhibit original thinking and creativity in the development of new and improved methods and approaches to concerns/issues
    • Function independently and responsibly with minimal need for supervision
    • Ability to enter available hours into web-based application, at least one month prior to available work time
    • Demonstrate initiative in achieving individual, team, and organizational goals and objectives
    • Participate in CCM quality initiatives
    • Availability to check Optum email intermittently for required trainings, communications, and monthly scheduling
Requirements
  • Certified Nurse Practitioner through a national board
  • Active and unrestricted license in the state which you reside
  • Current active DEA licensure/prescriptive authority / or ability to obtain post-hire, per state regulations (unless prohibited in state of practice)
  • Access to reliable transportation that will enable you to travel to client and/or patient sites within a designated area
  • Ability to lift a 30-pound bag in and out of car and to navigate stairs and a variety of dwelling conditions and configurations
  • Must be available to work a minimum of 10 hours per week.
  • Ability to gain a collaborative practice agreement, if applicable in your state


  • New London, Connecticut, United States UnitedHealth Group Full time

    Senior Community Care Provider OpportunityWe are seeking a highly skilled Advanced Practice Clinician to join our Senior Community Care team in Connecticut. As a Senior Community Care Provider, you will play a critical role in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care to our members in a variety of settings.Key Responsibilities:Provide clinical coverage...


  • New Haven, Connecticut, United States UnitedHealth Group Inc. Full time

    Job Title: Advanced Practice ClinicianWe are seeking a highly skilled Advanced Practice Clinician to join our team in Tolland County, CT. As a member of our interdisciplinary team, you will provide high-quality, patient-centered care to our most medically vulnerable members.Job Summary:The Advanced Practice Clinician will work closely with our clinical teams...


  • New Haven, Connecticut, United States Lyle Health Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Advanced Practice Clinician to join our Internal Medicine Department at Lyle Health. As a Primary Care Clinician, you will provide comprehensive whole-person primary medical care to an assigned panel of patients, including preventive care and physical examinations, assessment and management of...


  • New Haven, Connecticut, United States Optum Full time

    Transforming Healthcare for a Better TomorrowAt Optum, we're revolutionizing the way healthcare is delivered to the most vulnerable members of our community. Our team of dedicated professionals is passionate about making a difference in the lives of our patients.About the RoleWe're seeking a highly skilled Advanced Practice Clinician to join our...


  • New Haven, Connecticut, United States UnitedHealth Group Inc. Full time

    Transforming Healthcare for Our CommunitiesAt UnitedHealth Group, we're committed to making healthcare better for everyone. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work with a diverse group of healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality care to our patients.Job SummaryWe're seeking a skilled Advanced Practice Clinician to join our team...


  • New Haven, Connecticut, United States Optum Full time

    Transforming Healthcare for the Medically VulnerableAt Optum, we're committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care to those who need it most. As a Home-Based Medical Care Specialist, you'll play a critical role in our mission to revolutionize healthcare for the medically vulnerable.Key Responsibilities:Comprehensive Patient Assessments: Conduct...


  • New Milford, Connecticut, United States Optum Full time

    Job SummaryOptum, a leading health and wellness company, is seeking a highly skilled Advanced Practice Clinician to join our team. As a key member of our Senior Community Care (SCC) product, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality care to patients in their homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.Key ResponsibilitiesPrimary Care...


  • New Haven, Connecticut, United States Lyle Health Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Nurse Practitioner to join our team at Lyle Health. As a Primary Care Clinician in our Internal Medicine Department, you will provide comprehensive whole-person primary medical care to an assigned panel of patients.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide preventive care and physical examinations, assessment...


  • New Haven, Connecticut, United States Lyle Health Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Nurse Practitioner to join our team at Lyle Health. As a Primary Care Clinician in the Internal Medicine Department, you will provide comprehensive whole-person primary medical care to an assigned panel of patients.Key Responsibilities:Provide preventive care and physical examinations, assessment...


  • New London, Connecticut, United States Dartmouth-Hitchcock Health Full time

    Job OpportunityWe are seeking a skilled Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our team in the Emergency Department at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Health.About the RoleAs an Advanced Practice Provider, you will be responsible for providing diagnostic evaluation and management of acute medical complaints for children and adults. Your primary...


  • New London, Connecticut, United States Cemstone Full time

    Job SummaryThe Advanced Practice Registered Nurse and Physician's Assistant provide primary medical care and preventive health care services to patients throughout their lifespan.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide primary medical care and preventive health care services to patientsFunction in one or more Concord Hospital Medical Group settings, including office,...


  • New London, Connecticut, United States Dartmouth-Hitchcock Health Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Emergency Department team at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Health. As a key member of our team, you will provide high-quality patient care, working collaboratively with our physicians and other healthcare professionals to deliver exceptional patient...


  • New London, Connecticut, United States Cemstone Full time

    Job SummaryThe Advanced Practice Registered Nurse and Physician's Assistant provide primary medical care and preventive health services to patients throughout their lifespan.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide primary medical care and preventive health services to patientsFunction in one or more Concord Hospital Medical Group settings, including office, patient...


  • New London, Connecticut, United States Concord Hospitality Full time

    Job SummaryThe Advanced Practice Registered Nurse and Physician's Assistant provide primary medical care and preventive health services to patients throughout their lifespan. This individual functions in one or more Concord Hospital Medical Group settings, including office, patient home, nursing facility, or inpatient. Patient care is provided under the...


  • New London, Connecticut, United States Cemstone Full time

    Job SummaryThe Advanced Practice Registered Nurse and Physician's Assistant provide primary medical care and preventive health services to patients throughout their lifespan. This role functions in one or more Concord Hospital Medical Group settings, including office, patient home, nursing facility, or inpatient. Patient care is provided under the...


  • New London, Connecticut, United States United Community & Family Services Full time

    Job SummaryUnited Community & Family Services is seeking a skilled Clinician to provide clinical services for individuals, families, and groups of all ages regarding behavioral, substance abuse, psychiatric, or emotional issues.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide clinical assessment and treatment client-centered care consistent with quality standards of care,...

  • Licensed Clinician

    2 weeks ago


    New Milford, Connecticut, United States Thriveworks Full time

    Thriveworks Clinician OpportunityWe are seeking a skilled Licensed Clinician to join our team in Stamford, CT. As a Thriveworks clinician, you will have the opportunity to provide a mix of telehealth and face-to-face sessions to our clients.Qualifications:Must have an independent license in Connecticut, such as a Licensed Clinical Psychologist (PhD or...


  • New Haven, Connecticut, United States Yale New Haven Health Full time

    OverviewYale New Haven Health, a leading healthcare system in Connecticut, is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join its established Hospitalist Service at Yale New Haven Hospital. The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated and skilled APRN or Physician Assistant with a passion for critical care.ResponsibilitiesProvide high-quality patient...


  • New Haven, Connecticut, United States American Family Care Full time

    Job SummaryThe Advanced Practice Provider (APP) plays a vital role in delivering high-quality patient care within the scope of their training and approved agreement. This position requires collaboration with other healthcare professionals to ensure efficient patient flow and exceptional patient satisfaction.ResponsibilitiesConduct thorough health histories,...

  • Ambulatory Nurse

    2 weeks ago


    New London, Connecticut, United States ThedaCare Full time

    About ThedaCareThedaCare is a healthcare system that is changing the face of care and well-being in our community. We are inspired to reinvent healthcare by becoming a proactive partner in health, enriching the lives of all and creating value in everything we do.Job SummaryThe Ambulatory Licensed Practical Nurse, under the supervision of a registered nurse,...