Part-time NP/PA - Long Term Care - Marion and Polk Counties, OR

Optum
parental leave, 401(k), relocation assistance, mileage reimbursement
United States, Oregon, Dallas
Aug 15, 2026
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, Senior Community Care - Marion and Polk Counties, OR $30,000 Sign-on Bonus or $40,000 Student Loan Repayment $2,500 Relocation Assistance No On-call, no weekends and no holidays required This is a part time role for 20 hours per week Value Based Care, No Productivity Requirements About the Role Optum Senior Community Care is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide care for high-risk patients in assisted living communities, senior housing, and nursing home settings. This role combines geriatrics, chronic disease management, internal medicine, and palliative care within a value-based care model focused on quality outcomes rather than patient volume. Position Highlights Part of Optum's Senior Living Program caring for medically complex senior patients Approximately 4-6 patient visits per day Value-based care model with no productivity requirements Extensive training and support provided Strong interdisciplinary team collaboration Opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients and families Key Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive patient assessments Manage acute illnesses and chronic disease exacerbations Coordinate testing, diagnostics, and treatment interventions Ensure accurate documentation and ICD-10 coding Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams Conduct advanced illness and advance care planning discussions Educate patients and caregivers Coordinate care transitions and implement individualized care plans Function independently while supporting quality patient outcomes Required Qualifications NP: MSN or DNP degree with AANP or ANCC certification PA: Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program with NCCPA certification Active state license (or ability to obtain) Active DEA license or ability to obtain Ability to obtain a collaborative practice agreement if required Reliable transportation Ability to perform physical assessments in various care settings Preferred Qualifications New graduates encouraged to apply Experience in senior living, geriatrics, home care, or chronic disease management Experience caring for medically complex patients Knowledge of advanced illness and end-of-life care discussions Strong EMR and documentation skills Benefits & Perks Competitive compensation with incentive opportunities Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and disability benefits Employer-funded retirement contributions and employee stock purchase plan Continuing education support Paid parental leave Mileage reimbursement Equipment stipend Professional development and career growth opportunities Highlights This is a value-based senior care role focused on quality, not volume. Providers care for high-risk geriatric patients in community-based settings, enjoy a manageable daily patient load, work closely with interdisciplinary teams, and have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes while maintaining strong work-life balance. 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. Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment