Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner

Overview

Optum WA, formerly The Everett Clinic, is seeking a Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner to join our team in Seattle or Arlington, WA. 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 will be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone. Here you will have access to clinical resources, data, and the support of a global organization so you can help patients live healthier lives.

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

• Typical schedule of four ten‑hour days.
• Full time defined as 36 patient contact hours per week.
• After successful onboarding, optional one full day of virtual visits per week.

• Nurse Practitioners 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 Nurse Practitioners receive structured onboarding, including mentorship and a gradual ramp‑up with experienced providers. The practice is committed to supporting long‑term success and professional development, particularly for providers transitioning into Gastroenterology.

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

• Prior Nurse Practitioner experience strongly preferred.
• Gastroenterology experience highly valued.
• Epic EMR experience a plus.

The salary range for this role is $104,500 to $156,000 per year. Salary range is defined as total cash compensation  actual range and pay mix of base and bonus is variable based on experience and metric achievement, including local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. United Health Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. Benefits include a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401(k) contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).

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.