Palliative Transitional Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA) - Albuquerque, NM
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The Role
Provide palliative and transitional care for high-risk or life-limiting illness patients, primarily in-home. Support hospital-to-home transitions, manage symptoms and pain, coordinate with primary care and specialists, and work within an interdisciplinary team to improve quality of life.
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Requisition Number: 2367945
Optum NM is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Palliative Care team in Albuquerque, New Mexico. 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.
The Palliative Care team will manage high risk patients coming in and out of the hospital, or those with life-limiting illnesses. The team will specialize in medical care that focuses on providing relief from pain and other symptoms related to chronic/serious illness. The aim is to provide comfort and improve quality of life for those suffering from chronic/serious illness. Palliative care is provided in tandem with regular treatment and in partnership with the patient's primary care provider. The palliative program primarily manages care in the patient's home; however, care may be appropriate or require in- office visits depending on the needs of the patient. Palliative Care requires a coordinated team approach, you must be able to have collaborative communication/interaction with other providers, nutritionists, social workers, nurses, etc.
In this position you will provide patient care that is compassionate, appropriate, and effective for the treatment of health problems and the promotion of health. You will enjoy working with our established team who are committed to delivering high quality care, adhere to ethical principles, and are sensitive to a diverse patient population.
Primary Responsibilities:
* Support the transition of care management for patients coming out of the hospital or skilled nursing facility. In collaboration with the team, you will provide a complete continuum of quality-based care within the interdisciplinary team.
* Consult with patients to understand their health concerns and treat patients to provide relief from pain and other symptoms related to chronic/serious illness. Provide comfort and improve quality of life for those suffering from chronic/serious illness
* Consult and coordinate with patient's primary care physician and other specialists as needed
About Albuquerque:
* 300 days a year of sun-drenched and picturesque mountain views
* Enjoy all seasons with mild winters
* A Top City with the Cleanest Air in America, Thrillist
* Top destination for hiking, biking, skiing and running
* Top 10 ranking for America's Best Cities for Foodies, Travel + Leisure
* Diverse Culture - Art galleries, theater, concerts, shopping, music venues
* A Top Big Best Cities for Active Families, Outdoor Magazine
* Top 5 ranking for "Secretly Cool Cities", Huffington Post
Compensation & Benefits Highlights
* Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans
* Life Insurance, STD, LTD
* 401k with match + Executive Savings Plan
* Professional liability at no cost to clinician
* Generous CME Reimbursement & Paid Time Off
* Stock Purchase Option
* Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
* Bright Horizons Back-Up Care™: In-home back-up child and adult/elder care
* Bright Horizons College Coach™: Tuition Payment Planning & More
* Rally Well-being Programs to help with health and lifestyle goals
* One Pass Select: One fee gets you access to multiple gyms; Gym Subscription
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.
Required Qualifications:
* National Nurse Practitioner certification through AANC or AANP; or Physician Assistant/ARNP Certification; or ability to obtain prior to employment
* Unrestricted licensure in New Mexico or ability to obtain prior to employment
* Current DEA or ability to obtain prior to employment
* Current BLS, ACLS certification
* EMR Proficient
Preferred Qualifications:
* Palliative Care or Transitional Care experience preferred
* Experience in geriatric care preferred
* Experience in a managed care setting and working with medically complex patients
* Working knowledge of Medicare Advantage Risk plans
* Understanding of HEDIS measurements and delivering value-based care
Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $109,500 to $164,000. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. 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.
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.
Optum NM is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Palliative Care team in Albuquerque, New Mexico. 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.
The Palliative Care team will manage high risk patients coming in and out of the hospital, or those with life-limiting illnesses. The team will specialize in medical care that focuses on providing relief from pain and other symptoms related to chronic/serious illness. The aim is to provide comfort and improve quality of life for those suffering from chronic/serious illness. Palliative care is provided in tandem with regular treatment and in partnership with the patient's primary care provider. The palliative program primarily manages care in the patient's home; however, care may be appropriate or require in- office visits depending on the needs of the patient. Palliative Care requires a coordinated team approach, you must be able to have collaborative communication/interaction with other providers, nutritionists, social workers, nurses, etc.
In this position you will provide patient care that is compassionate, appropriate, and effective for the treatment of health problems and the promotion of health. You will enjoy working with our established team who are committed to delivering high quality care, adhere to ethical principles, and are sensitive to a diverse patient population.
Primary Responsibilities:
* Support the transition of care management for patients coming out of the hospital or skilled nursing facility. In collaboration with the team, you will provide a complete continuum of quality-based care within the interdisciplinary team.
* Consult with patients to understand their health concerns and treat patients to provide relief from pain and other symptoms related to chronic/serious illness. Provide comfort and improve quality of life for those suffering from chronic/serious illness
* Consult and coordinate with patient's primary care physician and other specialists as needed
About Albuquerque:
* 300 days a year of sun-drenched and picturesque mountain views
* Enjoy all seasons with mild winters
* A Top City with the Cleanest Air in America, Thrillist
* Top destination for hiking, biking, skiing and running
* Top 10 ranking for America's Best Cities for Foodies, Travel + Leisure
* Diverse Culture - Art galleries, theater, concerts, shopping, music venues
* A Top Big Best Cities for Active Families, Outdoor Magazine
* Top 5 ranking for "Secretly Cool Cities", Huffington Post
Compensation & Benefits Highlights
* Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans
* Life Insurance, STD, LTD
* 401k with match + Executive Savings Plan
* Professional liability at no cost to clinician
* Generous CME Reimbursement & Paid Time Off
* Stock Purchase Option
* Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
* Bright Horizons Back-Up Care™: In-home back-up child and adult/elder care
* Bright Horizons College Coach™: Tuition Payment Planning & More
* Rally Well-being Programs to help with health and lifestyle goals
* One Pass Select: One fee gets you access to multiple gyms; Gym Subscription
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.
Required Qualifications:
* National Nurse Practitioner certification through AANC or AANP; or Physician Assistant/ARNP Certification; or ability to obtain prior to employment
* Unrestricted licensure in New Mexico or ability to obtain prior to employment
* Current DEA or ability to obtain prior to employment
* Current BLS, ACLS certification
* EMR Proficient
Preferred Qualifications:
* Palliative Care or Transitional Care experience preferred
* Experience in geriatric care preferred
* Experience in a managed care setting and working with medically complex patients
* Working knowledge of Medicare Advantage Risk plans
* Understanding of HEDIS measurements and delivering value-based care
Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $109,500 to $164,000. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. 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.
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.
Skills Required
- National Nurse Practitioner certification (AANC or AANP) or Physician Assistant/ARNP certification or ability to obtain prior to employment
- Unrestricted licensure in New Mexico or ability to obtain prior to employment
- Current DEA or ability to obtain prior to employment
- Current BLS and ACLS certification
- EMR proficiency
- Pass pre-employment drug test
- Palliative Care or Transitional Care experience
- Geriatric care experience
- Experience in a managed care setting with medically complex patients
- Working knowledge of Medicare Advantage Risk plans
- Understanding of HEDIS measurements and value-based care
Optum Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO accrues each pay period with eight paid U.S. holidays plus a floating holiday, and generous time away is consistently emphasized. This breadth supports planned and unplanned time off beyond standard vacation days.
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Parental & Family Support — Six weeks of paid parental leave, up to two weeks of paid caregiver leave, Bright Horizons back‑up care, and adoption assistance signal strong family-oriented support. EAP access with counseling sessions further extends help to employees and their households.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Company‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability, Calm app membership, tuition reimbursement, commuter and FSA accounts, and broad employee discounts expand everyday wellbeing resources. Free or low‑cost virtual visits complement these lifestyle supports.
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Optum, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. At Optum, we support your well-being with an understanding team, extensive benefits and rewarding opportunities. By joining us, you’ll have the resources to drive system transformation while we help you take care of your future. We recognize the power of connection to drive change, improve efficiency and make a difference in health care. Join a team where your skills and ideas can make an impact and where collaboration is key to creating technology that produces healthier outcomes.
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