Clinical Services Physician Assistant Manager - Connecticut - Optum

Optum Home & Community Care, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, is creating something new in health care.

Required Qualifications:

• Certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant through a national board

• For NPs: Graduate of an accredited Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN) program or Doctor of Nursing practice (DNP) program and board certified through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) or the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioners (AG AC NP), Adult/Family or Gerontology Nurse Practitioners (ACNP), with preferred certification as ANP, FNP, or GNP - For PAs: Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant degree program and currently board certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) + Active and unrestricted license in the state of Connecticut + Current active DEA licensure/prescriptive authority or ability to obtain post-hire, per state regulations (unless prohibited in state of practice) + 3+ years of experience as an APC, demonstrating progressive responsibility + Access to reliable transportation that will enable you to travel to client and/or patient sites within a designated area + Ability to gain a collaborative practice agreement, if applicable in your state Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years of previous management experience + 2+ years of leadership and management experience in an organization that serves the chronically ill + 2+ years of Medicare experience + 1+ years of hands-on post grad experience + 1+ years of experience as a CSM at Optum + Leadership and management experience in a CCM market as a CSM with success in effective team building and quality improvement + Ability to quickly adapt to change and drive change management within team and market + Possesses a high level of organizational skills, self- motivation, and ability to manage time independently + Proficient computer skills including the ability to document medical information with written and electronic medical records + Proficient in MS Excel + Possess knowledge and understanding of geriatrics clinical management + Ability to develop and maintain positive customer relationships + Ability to work across functions and businesses to achieve business goals + Effective in motivating and mentoring colleagues and peers + Ability to lift a 30-pound bag in and out of car and to navigate stairs and a variety of dwelling conditions and configurations
  Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer 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 us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $110,200 to $188,800 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

About Optum

Optum is the health care technology and innovation company of the UnitedHealth Group enterprise along with UnitedHealthcare. We’re a global organization that’s evolving health care so everyone can have the opportunity to live their healthiest life. With our hands across all aspects of health, we'll provide you with a rewarding career that enables you to grow in the directions that best fit your passions. This is your opportunity to be part of a team that’s dedicated to Caring. Connecting. Growing together.