Explore opportunities at Atrius Health, part of the Optum family of businesses. We're an innovative health care leader and multi-specialty group practice, delivering an effective, connected system of care for adult and pediatric patients at 28 practice locations in eastern Massachusetts. Our entire team of providers (physicians, AP/NPs and ancillary clinicians) works collaboratively with a value-based philosophy within our group practice as well as with hospitals, rehab and nursing facilities. Be part of our vision to transform care and improve lives by building trust, understanding and shared decision-making with every patient. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

As the Nurse Practitioner under general direction of the Chief of Medicine, you assume full responsibility for the rendering of professional medical services to a panel of patients in an ambulatory care setting. You will work in a collaborative team practice that recognizes the patient as the center of the team. You will promote enhanced continuity, visible teamwork, and the establishment of trusting and effective individual relationships with patients. Acts as a mentor and role model to professional staff within the department and act as a leadership presence to the primary care team including but not limited to other PCPs, APCs, RNs, LPNs, MAs, pharmacists, case managers, and population health managers.

Primary Responsibilities

• Comprehensive, longitudinal clinical and administrative coordination of all care for a specific panel of patients.
• Performs all activities related to the examination, diagnoses and treatment of patients in a primary care setting, including physical assessment and treatment; supervision of care plan, to include consultations, referrals and communications with and to specialists, as appropriate
• Oversees the monitoring and management of patients with acute and chronic illnesses. Serves as the care plan author and supervisor. Adjusts treatment regimens based on the patient's response to treatment. Ensures that the on-going management of patients
• Partners with patients and families to manage care plan
• Provides consultation regarding hospitalized patients in the panel
• Provides direction and support to staff to assure departmental effectiveness and efficiency
  
  

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

• Graduate of an Accredited Nurse Practitioner Program (Masters level preferred)
• Licensed by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts board of registration in Nursing
• National Board Certification
• Current active Mass DPH Controlled Substances Registration or ability to obtain post-hire, per state regulations
• Current active DEA licensure/prescriptive authority or ability to obtain post-hire, per state regulations
• Maintains BLS certification, professional certification as appropriate
  
  

Preferred Qualification

• 2+ years of APC experience
  
  

Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $107,723.20 - $193,315.20. 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.