NP​/PA Advanced Practice Clinician | Pahrump, NV

Optum NV is seeking an Advanced Practice Clinician to join our team in Pahrump, NV. 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 erience 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.

• Rapidly formulate a differential diagnosis from assessments conducted within the clinic setting
• Develop and implement treatment plans for patients assigned within the primary care team
• Develop and actualize plans for the primary care team as assigned
• Provide guidance to nursing personnel towards treatment plans and care issues
• Document treatment plans in the medical record
• Collaborate with physician and document physician guidance as needed
• Coordinate care for patients
• Exposure to patients with potential infectious disease

We offer an attractive base salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and life insurance, STD / LTD, professional liability, matching 401(k), relocation costs, 23 days of PTO, one week paid CME with a $2,500 allowance, and nine paid holidays.
Sign‑on bonus of $15,000 is available only to external candidates.

Salary range for this role is $135,000 to $160,000 annually based on full‑time employment. Pay is based on several factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. United Health Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

• Advanced Nurse Practitioner Certification in Primary Care, Geriatric, Adult or Physician Assistant certification, or ability to obtain
• Active unrestricted APRN or PA‑C license in Nevada, or ability to obtain
• Ability to communicate with patients, primary care team members and management staff
• Ability to make care decisions based on best medical practices without direct supervision or guidance by a physician
• Basic technical proficiency in the use of computer programs for medical records or internet search for clinical practice
• Advanced assessment and treatment plan implementation skills
• Ability to complete clinical care lifting in a provider office environment
• DEA License required, or ability to obtain

• 2+ years of experience preferred
• Geriatric care experience
• Knowledge of mental health issues
• Familiarity with Medicare and ICD‑10 coding
• Strong acute care experience in a primary care clinic, urgent care, or retail clinic
• Ability to formulate a differential diagnosis
• Proficient in assessment and development of treatment plans
• Ability to conceptualize the needs for the team or department and actualize plans for implementation
• Ability to develop plans of action and gain team consensus towards common goals
• A background in managed care

Optum Care 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.

Optum Care is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.