Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, Long Term Care - Lewis, Thurston WA

Optum
$109,500 - $164,000
401(k)
United States, Washington, Chehalis
Aug 01, 2026
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, Long Term Care - Lewis, Thurston Counties, WA $30,000 Sign-on Bonus or $40,000 Student Loan Repayment $2,500 Relocation Bonus Schedule details No on-call responsibilities No weekends or holidays required About the Role Optum's Senior Community Care (SCC) program is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide care for high-risk Medicare patients in senior housing communities, assisted living facilities, adult family homes, and private residences. This role focuses on comprehensive clinical care, care coordination, chronic disease management, and improving access to healthcare for vulnerable populations. Key Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including physical exams, medication review, and diagnostic screenings Support members during short-term sub-acute rehabilitation episodes Document assessments and diagnoses accurately, including ICD-10 coding Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams to coordinate patient care Conduct advanced care planning and advanced illness conversations Educate and counsel patients and caregivers on treatment plans and disease management Required Qualifications NP: ANCC or AANP certification in Family, Adult, Geriatric, or Adult-Gerontology Primary Care PA: NCCPA certification and active state licensure Active, unrestricted state license (or ability to obtain) Current DEA license/prescriptive authority (or ability to obtain, if required by state and role) Valid driver's license and reliable transportation Ability to obtain a collaborative practice agreement, if applicable Ability to work in various patient care settings and environments Preferred Qualifications 1+ years of APC experience, preferably in long-term care Experience in geriatrics, home care, senior living, or long-term care settings Experience caring for patients with complex medical, behavioral, social, or functional needs Knowledge of chronic disease management, geriatrics, advanced illness, and end-of-life care discussions Proficiency with EMR systems and healthcare technology Highlights This role offers the opportunity to care for medically complex senior populations, work closely with an interdisciplinary care team, participate in advanced care planning, and make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes while maintaining a favorable work-life balance with no call, weekend, or holiday requirements. Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $109,500 - $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. At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission. UnitedHealth Group 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. UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.