Gastroenterology Advanced Practice Provider – Optum WA

Requisition number: 2366130

Job category: Healthcare Delivery, Advanced Practice Clinicians

Optum WA (formerly The Polyclinic) is hiring a Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to work in Seattle, WA.

• Provide comprehensive outpatient Gastroenterology care to an established patient population
• Collaboratively manage a panel of new and established patients
• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat a broad range of GI conditions
• Work closely with Gastroenterologists and fellow Advanced Practice Providers in a team‑based care model
• Practice in an outpatient‑only setting with no inpatient responsibilities, procedures, or call
• Once fully ramped, providers typically see approximately 14-16 patients per day

• Typical schedule of four 10‑hour days
• Full‑time schedule includes 36 patient contact hours per week

• Advanced Practice Providers are fully integrated, supported members of the Gastroenterology care team, with active involvement in clinical decision‑making
• Established outpatient Gastroenterology practice with strong referral demand
• Highly collegial, collaborative culture that values mentorship and shared learning
• Experienced physician group with a consistent, team‑oriented approach to care

New Advanced Practice Providers receive structured onboarding, including mentorship, coaching, and a gradual ramp‑up with experienced providers. The practice welcomes early‑career candidates, particularly those transitioning into Gastroenterology.

We reward and recognize performance in an environment that provides clear direction and development opportunities.

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
• National Nurse Practitioner certification (AANP or ANCC) or Physician Assistant certification (NCCPA)
• Unrestricted Washington State license (or ability to obtain prior to start date)

• Prior outpatient experience as an Advanced Practice Provider
• Gastroenterology experience
• Experience with Epic EMR

Salary range for this role is $104,500 to $156,000 per year. Salary is total cash compensation at target, and the actual range and pay mix of base and bonus is variable based upon experience, metric achievement, and local labor market factors. United Health Group offers a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401(k) contribution (eligibility requirements apply).

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.