Executive Assistant to the Chief Product Officer - Hybrid in Washington, DC
Remote or Washington, DC Job
Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
Quality at UnitedHealth Group means striving for excellence in everything we do in order to help us achieve our Mission. Simply put, it's in our DNA and why we're in business - to help people. Our Mission serves as our why; our Values unite us around how we will achieve it. Because when we follow our Mission and live our Values, we deliver Quality.
As a Seasoned Executive Assistant, you will be a trusted partner to our Chief Product Officer, providing high-level administrative and strategic support. This role requires exceptional judgment, executive presence, and the ability to anticipate needs, streamline operations, and foster connectivity across teams and stakeholders.
If you are located in Washington, DC, you will have the flexibility to work from home and in the office in this hybrid role* as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities:
Provide proactive calendar management, coordinating complex scheduling across time zones with internal and external stakeholders
Manage comprehensive domestic travel arrangements, including flight bookings, accommodations, ground transportation, and detailed itineraries
Submit and reconcile travel and expense reports accurately and efficiently in alignment with company policy
Coordinate and execute high-impact meetings (virtual, hybrid, and in-person), including logistics, technology setup (MS Teams, A/V, room bookings), and materials preparation
Provide technical support organizing executive facing PowerPoint presentations and converting documents to PDF
Draft, edit, and format a variety of communications, including PowerPoint presentations, spreadsheets, meeting agendas, and follow-up documentation
Serve as liaison with IT and Executive Support teams to resolve technical and operational issues promptly
Support onboarding and offboarding of team members by coordinating access to systems, equipment, and relevant tools
Monitor and maintain office supply inventory, coordinating procurement through internal channels
Collaborate closely with the Chief of Staff to ensure alignment on priorities, communication flow, and team execution
Foster solid relationships with other executive assistants across the organization to promote collaboration and continuity of support
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:
8+ years of experience providing administrative support to senior level executives
Proven success working in a highly matrixed, fast-paced environment
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PDF, Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Teams)
Experience coordinating high-impact meetings (virtual, hybrid, and in-person), including logistics, technology setup (MS Teams, A/V, room bookings), and materials preparation
Experience formatting executive facing PowerPoint presentations
Experience with drafting, edits, and formatting a variety of communications, spreadsheets, meeting agendas, and follow-up documentation
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities with poise, precision, and discretion
Experience coordinating complex travel and expense reporting
Proven exceptional organizational and time-management skills with acute attention to detail
Proven solid written and verbal communication skills
Professional presence and sound judgment when interfacing with senior leadership
Availability to work on-site in Washington, DC at least 3 days per week during standard business hours
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience supporting C-suite or Product/Healthcare executives
Experience with One Note
Demonstrated familiarity with internal systems for onboarding, IT requests, and office supply procurement
Proven high emotional intelligence (EQ), with a proactive and anticipatory approach to support
Demonstrated ability to work independently while maintaining a solid sense of collaboration and service
The hourly range for this role is $23.70 to $46.35 per hour based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, 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.
UnitedHealth Group 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.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Inpatient Care Management Medical Director - Remote
Remote or Olympia, WA Job
Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
We are currently seeking an Inpatient Care Management Medical Director to join our Optum team. This team is responsible for conducting acute level of care and length of stay reviews for medical necessity for our members being managed within the continuum of care. Our clients include local and national commercial employer, Medicare, and state Medicaid plans. The Medical Directors work with groups of nurses and support staff to manage inpatient care utilization at a hospital, market, regional or national level.
You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities:
Participate in telephonic outreach for collaboration with treating providers. This will include discussion of evidence - based guidelines, opportunities to close clinical quality / service gaps, and care plan changes that can impact health care expenses
Responsible to collaborate with operational and business partners on clinical and quality initiatives at the site and customer level to address customer expectations
Is grounded in the use and application of evidence-based medicine (EBM) such as InterQual care guidelines and criteria review
Occasionally, may participate in periodic market oversight meetings with the outward facing Chief Medical Officers, network contractors, nurse management and other internal managers
Maintain proficiency in all required software and platforms
Although the Optum ICM Medical Director's work is typically concentrated in a region, they are part of a national organization and team, and collaborate with peers, nurse managers, and non-clinical employees from across the country. In response to customer needs and expectations, Optum is continuously modifying its programs and approaches. Although not a primary job function, Medical Directors with the interest in doing so often can be involved with change design and management.
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:
MD or DO with an active, unrestricted medical license
Current Board Certification in an ABMS or AOA specialty
3+ years of clinical practice experience post residency
Technical proficiency in computer software and systems
Private home office and access to high-speed Internet
Participate in rotational holiday and call coverage
Preferred Qualifications:
2+ years of managed care, Quality Management experience and/or administrative leadership experience
Prior UM experience
Clinical experience within the past 2 years
*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.
The salary range for this role is $238,000 to $357,500 per year. Salary Range is defined as total cash compensation at target. The actual range and pay mix of base and bonus is variable based upon experience and metric achievement. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
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.
UnitedHealth Group 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.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Part Time Home Infusion RN - Bremerton, WA
Port Orchard, WA Job
*** $5,000 Sign On Bonus for External Candidates ***
Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
The primary role of the Home Infusion Nurse is to provide clinical care and education to home-based patients receiving a wide range of parenteral medications dispensed from Optum Infusion Pharmacy (the “Company”). The most common route of administration is intravenous, however medications may also be given via subcutaneous infusion or injection, intramuscular injection, or intraspinal (intrathecal and epidural) infusion. Service delivery takes place in patient homes and also in ambulatory infusion suites, where available. All infusion services and medication delivery is provided in accordance with Optum Infusion Pharmacy policies, procedures and therapy-specific protocols, and based on comprehensive orders received from a physician or licensed practitioner. The Home Infusion Nurse fills an integral role in the clinical operations of the organization, working collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team needed to prepare, deliver and seek reimbursement for the infusion therapy that is safely and effectively administered to each patient.
Primary Responsibilities:
Establish and maintain positive clinical rapport with patients and their families, working closely with them in the provision of infusion therapy, education related to self-care and self-administration, and clinical monitoring of patient response to therapy
Assess patient appropriateness for home infusion therapy, including safety of the home environment, availability of caregiver support, and willingness of patient and/or caregivers to become as independent in therapy administration and monitoring of response to therapy as possible
Obtain and document patient's medical history at the start of care and ongoing, particularly as related to the diagnosis being treated with the prescribed infusion therapy
Complete all required clinical documentation thoroughly and timely, including nursing plans of care (POC), plans of treatment (POT), visit notes, clinical summaries, medication profiles, discharge summaries and any updates provided to members of the patient's care team, as well as obtaining patient and/or
caregiver signatures on relevant consents and required forms
Participate in case conferences as needed to comprehensively plan patient care with the multi - disciplinary care team
Provide skilled care to patients of varying ages and medical conditions, as outlined in the plan of care and in accordance with physician orders and the plan of treatment
Establish, secure and maintain vascular access devices as prescribed, including (but not limited to) peripheral IV (PIV) placement, PICC and tunneled central venous catheter dressing changes, and implanted port access
Administer medications as prescribed, performing therapy-specific clinical assessments in accordance with the Company's policies, procedures and protocols, which may include frequent vital sign monitoring, management of acute infusion reactions, monitoring of side effects, and procurement of laboratory specimens
Communicate observations of patient response to therapy and overall physical assessment/condition with members of the care team in a timely manner, which may include the nursing supervisor, dispensing pharmacist, registered dietitian, and licensed prescriber, among others
Establish collaborative relationships with home health agencies (HHAs) delivering services on behalf of / or in conjunction with the Company, providing agency education and support as requested by the nursing supervisor
Maintain a comprehensive knowledge base of infusion therapies administered in the home and ambulatory infusion center, utilizing Company policies, procedures and protocols in addition to all available training resources to ensure understanding of each therapy before initiating treatment
Maintain current nursing licensure in all states in which patients are serviced, as required by the respective State Boards of Nursing and/or Department of Health
Comply with all State and Federal regulations and laws, including employee health and safety protections mandated by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), patient privacy and data security required by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), as well as all home infusion standards of practice
Complete all training required upon hire and annually per policy, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification
Serve as a professional representative of the Company when meeting with and/or providing education to external customers, payers and referral sources
Assist in staff orientation and training, serving as a clinical educator and resource as requested
Drive personal/rental vehicle (per travel policy) in the completion of job duties, including (but not limited to) travel to the Company office, patient homes, area hospitals, physician offices, home health agency offices, and the Company's Ambulatory Infusion Suite (AIS)
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:
Active and unrestricted licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state(s) of practice and others as requested
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and/or CPR certification, or willing to obtain prior to starting employment
1+ years of experience working as an RN in a clinical care setting that contributes to proficiency in infusion therapy (such as medical surgical unit, emergency department, intensive care unit, post-anesthesia care unit, or similar setting)
Proficient with electronic medical record documentation
Willing and able to work with an interdisciplinary team of professionals including pharmacists and technicians, physicians and other licensed prescribers, registered dietitians, home health agencies (HHAs), sales representatives, and others as needed to provide comprehensive care and support of patients an caregivers
Willing and able to work independently in home or alternate-site settings
Willing and able to assume a flexible work schedule
Willing and able to meet attendance, overtime, after-hours on-call, and other reliability requirements of the position
Access to reliable transportation that will enable travel to customer and/or patient sites
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience administering infusion therapy in a home or alternate-site setting
Knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Office and electronic medical records (EMR) programs
Knowledge of the Infusion Nursing Society (INS) standards of practice, policies and procedures
Knowledgeable of HIPAA patient privacy and data security requirements, OSHA employee protection regulations, and The Joint Commission's accreditation standards for home health and home infusion pharmacy (or other relevant accrediting organizations)
Proficient with Microsoft Office
Proven excellent organizational and critical thinking skills
Proven effective interpersonal communications, both written and verbal
Proven effective teaching skills
The hourly range for this role is $28.61 to $56.06 per hour based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, 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.
UnitedHealth Group 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.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Travel- Nuclear Medicine PET Technologist
Paramus, NJ Job
Important: This is a travel role. While this position is posted in your city, you will be hired for and placed at one of our partner hospitals in another location. To be considered an applicant, you must have a current Nuclear Medicine certification.
Are you ready to step into a rewarding career where innovation meets patient care? Siemens Healthineers is proud to connect talented professionals with full-time travel roles at top-tier partner hospitals across the U.S. These positions offer you the chance to travel and work in state-of-the-art environments, delivering exceptional patient care while advancing your skills and career.
Job Details
Schedule: Monday - Friday w/ rotating call
Pay Package: $3,400 Weekly Gross
Benefit Eligible
System Experience: Siemens
Contract Length: 13 weeks
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About The Role:
As an Nuclear Medicine Technologist, you will play a critical role in delivering high-quality diagnostic imaging services. You'll be part of a collaborative team, working closely with physicians and medical staff to ensure patient safety and comfort while producing accurate and detailed imaging results.
Key Responsibilities:
Operate Nuclear Medicine equipment to capture detailed images for diagnostic purposes.
Ensure patient safety and comfort throughout the imaging process.
Review and analyze images to ensure quality and accuracy.
Collaborate with physicians and radiologists to deliver accurate diagnostic results.
Maintain Nuclear Medicine equipment and follow strict safety protocols to ensure compliance with industry standards.
Why Join Us?
Expert Training: Access industry-leading training from Siemens Healthineers.
Career Growth: Siemens Healthineers provides opportunities for career growth, robust professional training and development, and the chance to branch into other areas for a global healthcare leader.
What We're Looking For:
Education: Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience as an Nuclear Medicine Technologist and PET experience
Additional Certifications:
Certification in Nuclear Medicine, CT license and Fusion license
CPR and Basic Life Support (BLS) certified.
Skills: Strong technical proficiency with Nuclear Medicine equipment, excellent patient care, and attention to detail.
What You'll Gain:
The opportunity to work with cutting-edge Nuclear Medicine technology in a fast-paced, rewarding environment.
A role where your work directly contributes to medical advancements and improved patient care.
Travel X-Ray Tech
Hackensack, NJ Job
Important: This is a travel role. While this position is posted in your city, you may be hired for and placed at one of our partner hospitals in another location. To be considered an applicant, you must have a current ARRT certification. Are you ready to step into a rewarding career where innovation meets patient care? Siemens Healthineers is proud to connect talented professionals with full-time travel roles at top-tier partner hospitals across the U.S. These positions offer you the chance to travel and work in state-of-the-art environments, delivering exceptional patient care while advancing your skills and career.
Pay and Benefits:
Schedule: M-F 11p - 7a - Option for 10H shifts available
Weekends/Holidays: Every other weekend & holidays as needed
Weekly Hours: 40
Assignment Length: 13 Weeks
Competitive salary and per diem pay package of $3,000 weekly gross (eligible for benefits)
3 shifts of paid time off
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About The Role:
As an X-Ray Technologist, you will play a critical role in delivering high-quality diagnostic imaging services. You'll be part of a collaborative team, working closely with physicians and medical staff to ensure patient safety and comfort while producing accurate and detailed imaging results.
Key Responsibilities:
Operate x-ray equipment to capture detailed images for diagnostic purposes.
Ensure patient safety and comfort throughout the imaging process.
Review and analyze images to ensure quality and accuracy.
Collaborate with physicians and radiologists to deliver accurate diagnostic results.
Maintain x-ray equipment and follow strict safety protocols to ensure compliance with industry standards.
Why Join Us?
Expert Training: Access industry-leading training from Siemens Healthineers.
Career Growth: Siemens Healthineers provides opportunities for career growth, robust professional training and development, and the chance to branch into other areas for a global healthcare leader.
What We're Looking For:
Education: Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
Experience: Minimum of 1 year of experience as an x-ray Technologist.
Additional Certifications:
ARRT registered in Radiology (R)
Basic Life Support (BLS) certified.
NJ State License - can apply upon offer
Skills: Strong technical proficiency with x-ray equipment, excellent patient care, and attention to detail.
What You'll Gain:
The opportunity to work with cutting-edge x-ray technology in a fast-paced, rewarding environment.
A role where your work directly contributes to medical advancements and improved patient care.
**Residing within the USA is required to be considered eligible for application**
Click on the Apply Now button above to submit a brief application and one of our Candidate Success Managers will contact you!
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Local Contract Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery
Neptune City, NJ Job
LanceSoft is seeking a local contract nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a local contract nursing job in Neptune, New Jersey.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Labor and Delivery
Discipline: RN
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, days
Employment Type: Local Contract
Auto Offer position
**3 positions available**
Start date will be after 3 weeks of offer
One (1)+ year of experience in related specialty.
Required Certifications & Licensure:
-BLS-AHA
-NJ State Professional Registered Nurse license or multi-state compact license.
-NRP
Maternal Child Services (L&D / Mother Baby / Postpartum care) 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM 3 x 12 hour shifts Every Other Weekend Required 3/6 Holidays Required On-Call Requirement: Voluntary (SB)
About LanceSoft
Established in 2000, LanceSoft is a Certified MBE and Woman-Owned organization. Lancesoft Inc. is one of the highest rated companies in the industry. We have been recognized as one of the Largest Staffing firms and ranked in the top 50 fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing firms in 2022. Lancesoft offers short- and long-term contracts, permanent placements, and travel opportunities to credentialed and experienced professionals throughout the United States. We pride ourselves on having industry leading benefits. We understand the importance of partnering with an expert who values your needs, which is why we’re 100% committed to finding you an assignment that best matches your career and lifestyle goals. Our team of experienced career specialists takes the time to understand your needs and match you with the right job Lancesoft has been chosen by Staffing Industry Analysts as one of the Best Staffing Firms to Work for.LanceSoft specializes in providing Registered Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, LPNs/LVNs, Social Workers, Medical Assistants, and Certified Nursing Assistants to work in Acute Care Centers, Skilled Nursing Facilities, Long-Term Care centers, Rehab Facilities, Behavioral Health Centers, Drug & Alcohol Facilities, Home Health & Community Health, Urgent Care Clinics, and many other provider-based facilities.
Benefits
Weekly pay
Medical benefits
Medical Director - Post-Acute Care Management - Care Transitions - Remote anywhere in US
Remote or Philadelphia, PA Job
Optum Home & Community Care, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, is creating something new in health care. We are uniting industry-leading solutions to build an integrated care model that holistically addresses an individual's physical, mental and social needs - helping patients access and navigate care anytime and anywhere.
As a team member of our Care Transitions (navi Health) product, we help change the way health care is delivered from hospital to home supporting patients transitioning across care settings. This life-changing work helps give older adults more days at home.
We're connecting care to create a seamless health journey for patients across care settings. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
Why Care Transitions?
At Care Transitions, our mission is to work with extraordinarily talented people who are committed to making a positive and powerful impact on society by transforming health care. Care Transitions is the result of almost two decades of dedicated visionary leaders and innovative organizations challenging the status quo for care transition solutions. We do health care differently and we are changing health care one patient at a time. Moreover, have a genuine passion and energy to grow within an aggressive and fun environment, using the latest technologies in alignment with the company's technical vision and strategy.
You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. We are currently looking for Medical Directors that can work daytime in any of the continental time zones in the US.
Primary Responsibilities:
Provide daily utilization oversight and external communication with network physicians and hospitals
Daily UM reviews - authorizations and denial reviews
Conduct peer to peer conversations for the clinical case reviews, as needed
Conduct provider telephonic review and discussion and share tools, information, and guidelines as they relate to cost-effective healthcare delivery and quality of care
Communicate effectively with network and non-network providers to ensure the successful administering of Care Transitions' services
Respond to clinical inquiries and serve as a non-promotional medical contact point for various healthcare providers
Represent Care Transitions on appropriate external levels identifying, engaging and establishing/maintaining relationships with other thought leaders
Collaborate with Client Services Team to ensure a coordinated approach to delivery system providers
Contribute to the development of action plans and programs to implement strategic initiatives and tactics to address areas of concern and monitor progress toward goals
Interact, communicate, and collaborate with network and community physicians, hospital leaders and other vendors regarding care and services for enrollees
Provide leadership and guidance to maximize cost management through close coordination with all network and provider contracting
Regularly meet with Care Transitions' leadership to review care coordination issues, develop collaborative intervention plans, and share ideas about network management issues
Provide input on local needs for Analytics Team and Client Services Team to better enhance Care Transitions' products and services
Ensure appropriate management/resolution of local queries regarding patient case management either by responding directly or routing these inquiries to the appropriate SME
Participate on the Medical Advisory Board
Providing intermittent, scheduled weekend and evening coverage
Perform other duties and responsibilities as required, assigned, or requested
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:
Board certification as an MD, DO, MBBS with a current unrestricted license to practice and willing to maintain necessary credentials to retain the position
Current, unrestricted medical license and the ability to obtain licensure in multiple states
3+ years of post-residency patient care, preferably in inpatient or post-acute setting
Preferred Qualifications:
Licensure in multiple states
Willing to obtain additional state licenses, with Optum's support
Understanding of population-based medicine, preferably with knowledge of CMS criteria for post-acute care
Demonstrated ability to work within a team environment while completing multiple tasks simultaneously
Demonstrated ability to complete assignments with reasonable oversight, direction, and supervision
Demonstrated ability to positively interact with other clinicians, management, and all levels of medical and non-medical professionals
Demonstrated competence in use of electronic health records as well as associated technology and applications
Proven excellent organizational, analytical, verbal and written communication skills
Proven solid interpersonal skills with ability to communicate and build positive relationships with colleagues
Proven highest level of ethics and integrity
Proven highly motivated, flexible and adaptable to working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy
The salary range for this role is $238,000 to $357,000 annually based on full-time employment. Salary Range is defined as total cash compensation at target. The actual range and pay mix of base and bonus is variable based upon experience and metric achievement. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
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.
Travel- Nuclear Medicine PET Technologist
Newark, NJ Job
Important: This is a travel role. While this position is posted in your city, you will be hired for and placed at one of our partner hospitals in another location. To be considered an applicant, you must have a current Nuclear Medicine certification.
Are you ready to step into a rewarding career where innovation meets patient care? Siemens Healthineers is proud to connect talented professionals with full-time travel roles at top-tier partner hospitals across the U.S. These positions offer you the chance to travel and work in state-of-the-art environments, delivering exceptional patient care while advancing your skills and career.
Job Details
Schedule: Monday - Friday w/ rotating call
Pay Package: $3,400 Weekly Gross
Benefit Eligible
System Experience: Siemens
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Join a Career That Moves You Forward - Travel with Siemens Healthineers
About The Role:
As an Nuclear Medicine Technologist, you will play a critical role in delivering high-quality diagnostic imaging services. You'll be part of a collaborative team, working closely with physicians and medical staff to ensure patient safety and comfort while producing accurate and detailed imaging results.
Key Responsibilities:
Operate Nuclear Medicine equipment to capture detailed images for diagnostic purposes.
Ensure patient safety and comfort throughout the imaging process.
Review and analyze images to ensure quality and accuracy.
Collaborate with physicians and radiologists to deliver accurate diagnostic results.
Maintain Nuclear Medicine equipment and follow strict safety protocols to ensure compliance with industry standards.
Why Join Us?
Expert Training: Access industry-leading training from Siemens Healthineers.
Career Growth: Siemens Healthineers provides opportunities for career growth, robust professional training and development, and the chance to branch into other areas for a global healthcare leader.
What We're Looking For:
Education: Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience as an Nuclear Medicine Technologist and PET experience
Additional Certifications:
Certification in Nuclear Medicine, CT license and Fusion license
CPR and Basic Life Support (BLS) certified.
Skills: Strong technical proficiency with Nuclear Medicine equipment, excellent patient care, and attention to detail.
What You'll Gain:
The opportunity to work with cutting-edge Nuclear Medicine technology in a fast-paced, rewarding environment.
A role where your work directly contributes to medical advancements and improved patient care.
Travel X-Ray Tech
Albany, NY Job
Important: This is a travel role. While this position is posted in your city, you may be hired for and placed at one of our partner hospitals in another location. To be considered an applicant, you must have a current ARRT certification. Are you ready to step into a rewarding career where innovation meets patient care? Siemens Healthineers is proud to connect talented professionals with full-time travel roles at top-tier partner hospitals across the U.S. These positions offer you the chance to travel and work in state-of-the-art environments, delivering exceptional patient care while advancing your skills and career.
Pay and Benefits:
Schedule: M-F 11p - 7a - Option for 10H shifts available
Weekends/Holidays: Every other weekend & holidays as needed
Weekly Hours: 40
Assignment Length: 13 Weeks
Competitive salary and per diem pay package of $3,000 weekly gross (eligible for benefits)
3 shifts of paid time off
Join a Career That Moves You Forward - Travel with Siemens Healthineers
About The Role:
As an X-Ray Technologist, you will play a critical role in delivering high-quality diagnostic imaging services. You'll be part of a collaborative team, working closely with physicians and medical staff to ensure patient safety and comfort while producing accurate and detailed imaging results.
Key Responsibilities:
Operate x-ray equipment to capture detailed images for diagnostic purposes.
Ensure patient safety and comfort throughout the imaging process.
Review and analyze images to ensure quality and accuracy.
Collaborate with physicians and radiologists to deliver accurate diagnostic results.
Maintain x-ray equipment and follow strict safety protocols to ensure compliance with industry standards.
Why Join Us?
Expert Training: Access industry-leading training from Siemens Healthineers.
Career Growth: Siemens Healthineers provides opportunities for career growth, robust professional training and development, and the chance to branch into other areas for a global healthcare leader.
What We're Looking For:
Education: Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
Experience: Minimum of 1 year of experience as an x-ray Technologist.
Additional Certifications:
ARRT registered in Radiology (R)
Basic Life Support (BLS) certified.
NJ State License - can apply upon offer
Skills: Strong technical proficiency with x-ray equipment, excellent patient care, and attention to detail.
What You'll Gain:
The opportunity to work with cutting-edge x-ray technology in a fast-paced, rewarding environment.
A role where your work directly contributes to medical advancements and improved patient care.
**Residing within the USA is required to be considered eligible for application**
Click on the Apply Now button above to submit a brief application and one of our Candidate Success Managers will contact you!
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Medical Director - Post-Acute Care Management - Care Transitions - Remote
Remote or Washington, DC Job
Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
Looking for a chance to drive measurable and meaningful improvement in the use of evidence-based medicine, patient safety, practice variation and affordability? You can make a difference at UnitedHealth Group and our family of businesses in serving our Medicare, Medicaid and commercial members and plan sponsors. Be part of changing the way health care is delivered while working with a Fortune 5 industry leader.
You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities:
Work to improve quality and promote evidence-based medicine
Provide information on quality and efficiency to doctors, patients and customers to inform care choices and drive improvement
Support initiatives that enhance quality throughout our national network
Ensure the right service is provided at the right time for each member
Work with medical director teams focusing on inpatient care management, clinical coverage review, member appeals clinical review, medical claim review and provider appeals clinical review
Success in this technology-heavy role requires exceptional leadership skills, the knowledge and confidence to make autonomous decisions and an ability to thrive in a production-driven setting.
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:
MD or DO degree
Active, unrestricted physician state license
Current board certification in ABMS or AOA specialty
5+ years of clinical practice experience post residency
Solid understanding of and concurrence with evidence-based medicine (EBM) and managed care principles
Preferred Qualifications:
Hands-on utilization and/or quality management experience
Project management or active project participation experience
Substantial experience in using electronic clinical systems
*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.
The salary range for this role is $238,000 to $357, 500 annually based on full-time employment. Salary Range is defined as total cash compensation at target. The actual range and pay mix of base and bonus is variable based upon experience and metric achievement. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
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 th
Part Time Home Infusion RN - Bremerton, WA
Olympia, WA Job
*** $5,000 Sign On Bonus for External Candidates ***
Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
The primary role of the Home Infusion Nurse is to provide clinical care and education to home-based patients receiving a wide range of parenteral medications dispensed from Optum Infusion Pharmacy (the “Company”). The most common route of administration is intravenous, however medications may also be given via subcutaneous infusion or injection, intramuscular injection, or intraspinal (intrathecal and epidural) infusion. Service delivery takes place in patient homes and also in ambulatory infusion suites, where available. All infusion services and medication delivery is provided in accordance with Optum Infusion Pharmacy policies, procedures and therapy-specific protocols, and based on comprehensive orders received from a physician or licensed practitioner. The Home Infusion Nurse fills an integral role in the clinical operations of the organization, working collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team needed to prepare, deliver and seek reimbursement for the infusion therapy that is safely and effectively administered to each patient.
Primary Responsibilities:
Establish and maintain positive clinical rapport with patients and their families, working closely with them in the provision of infusion therapy, education related to self-care and self-administration, and clinical monitoring of patient response to therapy
Assess patient appropriateness for home infusion therapy, including safety of the home environment, availability of caregiver support, and willingness of patient and/or caregivers to become as independent in therapy administration and monitoring of response to therapy as possible
Obtain and document patient's medical history at the start of care and ongoing, particularly as related to the diagnosis being treated with the prescribed infusion therapy
Complete all required clinical documentation thoroughly and timely, including nursing plans of care (POC), plans of treatment (POT), visit notes, clinical summaries, medication profiles, discharge summaries and any updates provided to members of the patient's care team, as well as obtaining patient and/or
caregiver signatures on relevant consents and required forms
Participate in case conferences as needed to comprehensively plan patient care with the multi - disciplinary care team
Provide skilled care to patients of varying ages and medical conditions, as outlined in the plan of care and in accordance with physician orders and the plan of treatment
Establish, secure and maintain vascular access devices as prescribed, including (but not limited to) peripheral IV (PIV) placement, PICC and tunneled central venous catheter dressing changes, and implanted port access
Administer medications as prescribed, performing therapy-specific clinical assessments in accordance with the Company's policies, procedures and protocols, which may include frequent vital sign monitoring, management of acute infusion reactions, monitoring of side effects, and procurement of laboratory specimens
Communicate observations of patient response to therapy and overall physical assessment/condition with members of the care team in a timely manner, which may include the nursing supervisor, dispensing pharmacist, registered dietitian, and licensed prescriber, among others
Establish collaborative relationships with home health agencies (HHAs) delivering services on behalf of / or in conjunction with the Company, providing agency education and support as requested by the nursing supervisor
Maintain a comprehensive knowledge base of infusion therapies administered in the home and ambulatory infusion center, utilizing Company policies, procedures and protocols in addition to all available training resources to ensure understanding of each therapy before initiating treatment
Maintain current nursing licensure in all states in which patients are serviced, as required by the respective State Boards of Nursing and/or Department of Health
Comply with all State and Federal regulations and laws, including employee health and safety protections mandated by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), patient privacy and data security required by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), as well as all home infusion standards of practice
Complete all training required upon hire and annually per policy, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification
Serve as a professional representative of the Company when meeting with and/or providing education to external customers, payers and referral sources
Assist in staff orientation and training, serving as a clinical educator and resource as requested
Drive personal/rental vehicle (per travel policy) in the completion of job duties, including (but not limited to) travel to the Company office, patient homes, area hospitals, physician offices, home health agency offices, and the Company's Ambulatory Infusion Suite (AIS)
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:
Active and unrestricted licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state(s) of practice and others as requested
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and/or CPR certification, or willing to obtain prior to starting employment
1+ years of experience working as an RN in a clinical care setting that contributes to proficiency in infusion therapy (such as medical surgical unit, emergency department, intensive care unit, post-anesthesia care unit, or similar setting)
Proficient with electronic medical record documentation
Willing and able to work with an interdisciplinary team of professionals including pharmacists and technicians, physicians and other licensed prescribers, registered dietitians, home health agencies (HHAs), sales representatives, and others as needed to provide comprehensive care and support of patients an caregivers
Willing and able to work independently in home or alternate-site settings
Willing and able to assume a flexible work schedule
Willing and able to meet attendance, overtime, after-hours on-call, and other reliability requirements of the position
Access to reliable transportation that will enable travel to customer and/or patient sites
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience administering infusion therapy in a home or alternate-site setting
Knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Office and electronic medical records (EMR) programs
Knowledge of the Infusion Nursing Society (INS) standards of practice, policies and procedures
Knowledgeable of HIPAA patient privacy and data security requirements, OSHA employee protection regulations, and The Joint Commission's accreditation standards for home health and home infusion pharmacy (or other relevant accrediting organizations)
Proficient with Microsoft Office
Proven excellent organizational and critical thinking skills
Proven effective interpersonal communications, both written and verbal
Proven effective teaching skills
The hourly range for this role is $28.61 to $56.06 per hour based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, 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.
UnitedHealth Group 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.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Travel X-Ray Tech
Newark, NJ Job
Important: This is a travel role. While this position is posted in your city, you may be hired for and placed at one of our partner hospitals in another location. To be considered an applicant, you must have a current ARRT certification. Are you ready to step into a rewarding career where innovation meets patient care? Siemens Healthineers is proud to connect talented professionals with full-time travel roles at top-tier partner hospitals across the U.S. These positions offer you the chance to travel and work in state-of-the-art environments, delivering exceptional patient care while advancing your skills and career.
Pay and Benefits:
Schedule: M-F 11p - 7a - Option for 10H shifts available
Weekends/Holidays: Every other weekend & holidays as needed
Weekly Hours: 40
Assignment Length: 13 Weeks
Competitive salary and per diem pay package of $3,000 weekly gross (eligible for benefits)
3 shifts of paid time off
Join a Career That Moves You Forward - Travel with Siemens Healthineers
About The Role:
As an X-Ray Technologist, you will play a critical role in delivering high-quality diagnostic imaging services. You'll be part of a collaborative team, working closely with physicians and medical staff to ensure patient safety and comfort while producing accurate and detailed imaging results.
Key Responsibilities:
Operate x-ray equipment to capture detailed images for diagnostic purposes.
Ensure patient safety and comfort throughout the imaging process.
Review and analyze images to ensure quality and accuracy.
Collaborate with physicians and radiologists to deliver accurate diagnostic results.
Maintain x-ray equipment and follow strict safety protocols to ensure compliance with industry standards.
Why Join Us?
Expert Training: Access industry-leading training from Siemens Healthineers.
Career Growth: Siemens Healthineers provides opportunities for career growth, robust professional training and development, and the chance to branch into other areas for a global healthcare leader.
What We're Looking For:
Education: Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
Experience: Minimum of 1 year of experience as an x-ray Technologist.
Additional Certifications:
ARRT registered in Radiology (R)
Basic Life Support (BLS) certified.
NJ State License - can apply upon offer
Skills: Strong technical proficiency with x-ray equipment, excellent patient care, and attention to detail.
What You'll Gain:
The opportunity to work with cutting-edge x-ray technology in a fast-paced, rewarding environment.
A role where your work directly contributes to medical advancements and improved patient care.
**Residing within the USA is required to be considered eligible for application**
Click on the Apply Now button above to submit a brief application and one of our Candidate Success Managers will contact you!
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Inpatient Care Management Medical Director - Remote
Remote or Olympia, WA Job
Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
We are currently seeking an Inpatient Care Management Medical Director to join our Optum team. This team is responsible for conducting acute level of care and length of stay reviews for medical necessity for our members being managed within the continuum of care. Our clients include local and national commercial employer, Medicare, and state Medicaid plans. The Medical Directors work with groups of nurses and support staff to manage inpatient care utilization at a hospital, market, regional or national level.
You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities:
Participate in telephonic outreach for collaboration with treating providers. This will include discussion of evidence - based guidelines, opportunities to close clinical quality / service gaps, and care plan changes that can impact health care expenses
Responsible to collaborate with operational and business partners on clinical and quality initiatives at the site and customer level to address customer expectations
Is grounded in the use and application of evidence-based medicine (EBM) such as InterQual care guidelines and criteria review
Occasionally, may participate in periodic market oversight meetings with the outward facing Chief Medical Officers, network contractors, nurse management and other internal managers
Maintain proficiency in all required software and platforms
Although the Optum ICM Medical Director's work is typically concentrated in a region, they are part of a national organization and team, and collaborate with peers, nurse managers, and non-clinical employees from across the country. In response to customer needs and expectations, Optum is continuously modifying its programs and approaches. Although not a primary job function, Medical Directors with the interest in doing so often can be involved with change design and management.
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:
MD or DO with an active, unrestricted medical license
Current Board Certification in an ABMS or AOA specialty
3+ years of clinical practice experience post residency
Technical proficiency in computer software and systems
Private home office and access to high-speed Internet
Participate in rotational holiday and call coverage
Preferred Qualifications:
2+ years of managed care, Quality Management experience and/or administrative leadership experience
Prior UM experience
Clinical experience within the past 2 years
*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.
The salary range for this role is $238,000 to $357,500 per year. Salary Range is defined as total cash compensation at target. The actual range and pay mix of base and bonus is variable based upon experience and metric achievement. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
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.
UnitedHealth Group 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.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Part Time Home Infusion RN - Bremerton, WA
Gig Harbor, WA Job
*** $5,000 Sign On Bonus for External Candidates ***
Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
The primary role of the Home Infusion Nurse is to provide clinical care and education to home-based patients receiving a wide range of parenteral medications dispensed from Optum Infusion Pharmacy (the “Company”). The most common route of administration is intravenous, however medications may also be given via subcutaneous infusion or injection, intramuscular injection, or intraspinal (intrathecal and epidural) infusion. Service delivery takes place in patient homes and also in ambulatory infusion suites, where available. All infusion services and medication delivery is provided in accordance with Optum Infusion Pharmacy policies, procedures and therapy-specific protocols, and based on comprehensive orders received from a physician or licensed practitioner. The Home Infusion Nurse fills an integral role in the clinical operations of the organization, working collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team needed to prepare, deliver and seek reimbursement for the infusion therapy that is safely and effectively administered to each patient.
Primary Responsibilities:
Establish and maintain positive clinical rapport with patients and their families, working closely with them in the provision of infusion therapy, education related to self-care and self-administration, and clinical monitoring of patient response to therapy
Assess patient appropriateness for home infusion therapy, including safety of the home environment, availability of caregiver support, and willingness of patient and/or caregivers to become as independent in therapy administration and monitoring of response to therapy as possible
Obtain and document patient's medical history at the start of care and ongoing, particularly as related to the diagnosis being treated with the prescribed infusion therapy
Complete all required clinical documentation thoroughly and timely, including nursing plans of care (POC), plans of treatment (POT), visit notes, clinical summaries, medication profiles, discharge summaries and any updates provided to members of the patient's care team, as well as obtaining patient and/or
caregiver signatures on relevant consents and required forms
Participate in case conferences as needed to comprehensively plan patient care with the multi - disciplinary care team
Provide skilled care to patients of varying ages and medical conditions, as outlined in the plan of care and in accordance with physician orders and the plan of treatment
Establish, secure and maintain vascular access devices as prescribed, including (but not limited to) peripheral IV (PIV) placement, PICC and tunneled central venous catheter dressing changes, and implanted port access
Administer medications as prescribed, performing therapy-specific clinical assessments in accordance with the Company's policies, procedures and protocols, which may include frequent vital sign monitoring, management of acute infusion reactions, monitoring of side effects, and procurement of laboratory specimens
Communicate observations of patient response to therapy and overall physical assessment/condition with members of the care team in a timely manner, which may include the nursing supervisor, dispensing pharmacist, registered dietitian, and licensed prescriber, among others
Establish collaborative relationships with home health agencies (HHAs) delivering services on behalf of / or in conjunction with the Company, providing agency education and support as requested by the nursing supervisor
Maintain a comprehensive knowledge base of infusion therapies administered in the home and ambulatory infusion center, utilizing Company policies, procedures and protocols in addition to all available training resources to ensure understanding of each therapy before initiating treatment
Maintain current nursing licensure in all states in which patients are serviced, as required by the respective State Boards of Nursing and/or Department of Health
Comply with all State and Federal regulations and laws, including employee health and safety protections mandated by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), patient privacy and data security required by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), as well as all home infusion standards of practice
Complete all training required upon hire and annually per policy, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification
Serve as a professional representative of the Company when meeting with and/or providing education to external customers, payers and referral sources
Assist in staff orientation and training, serving as a clinical educator and resource as requested
Drive personal/rental vehicle (per travel policy) in the completion of job duties, including (but not limited to) travel to the Company office, patient homes, area hospitals, physician offices, home health agency offices, and the Company's Ambulatory Infusion Suite (AIS)
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:
Active and unrestricted licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state(s) of practice and others as requested
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and/or CPR certification, or willing to obtain prior to starting employment
1+ years of experience working as an RN in a clinical care setting that contributes to proficiency in infusion therapy (such as medical surgical unit, emergency department, intensive care unit, post-anesthesia care unit, or similar setting)
Proficient with electronic medical record documentation
Willing and able to work with an interdisciplinary team of professionals including pharmacists and technicians, physicians and other licensed prescribers, registered dietitians, home health agencies (HHAs), sales representatives, and others as needed to provide comprehensive care and support of patients an caregivers
Willing and able to work independently in home or alternate-site settings
Willing and able to assume a flexible work schedule
Willing and able to meet attendance, overtime, after-hours on-call, and other reliability requirements of the position
Access to reliable transportation that will enable travel to customer and/or patient sites
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience administering infusion therapy in a home or alternate-site setting
Knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Office and electronic medical records (EMR) programs
Knowledge of the Infusion Nursing Society (INS) standards of practice, policies and procedures
Knowledgeable of HIPAA patient privacy and data security requirements, OSHA employee protection regulations, and The Joint Commission's accreditation standards for home health and home infusion pharmacy (or other relevant accrediting organizations)
Proficient with Microsoft Office
Proven excellent organizational and critical thinking skills
Proven effective interpersonal communications, both written and verbal
Proven effective teaching skills
The hourly range for this role is $28.61 to $56.06 per hour based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, 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.
UnitedHealth Group 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.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Inpatient Care Management Medical Director - Remote
Remote or Olympia, WA Job
Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
We are currently seeking an Inpatient Care Management Medical Director to join our Optum team. This team is responsible for conducting acute level of care and length of stay reviews for medical necessity for our members being managed within the continuum of care. Our clients include local and national commercial employer, Medicare, and state Medicaid plans. The Medical Directors work with groups of nurses and support staff to manage inpatient care utilization at a hospital, market, regional or national level.
You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities:
Participate in telephonic outreach for collaboration with treating providers. This will include discussion of evidence - based guidelines, opportunities to close clinical quality / service gaps, and care plan changes that can impact health care expenses
Responsible to collaborate with operational and business partners on clinical and quality initiatives at the site and customer level to address customer expectations
Is grounded in the use and application of evidence-based medicine (EBM) such as InterQual care guidelines and criteria review
Occasionally, may participate in periodic market oversight meetings with the outward facing Chief Medical Officers, network contractors, nurse management and other internal managers
Maintain proficiency in all required software and platforms
Although the Optum ICM Medical Director's work is typically concentrated in a region, they are part of a national organization and team, and collaborate with peers, nurse managers, and non-clinical employees from across the country. In response to customer needs and expectations, Optum is continuously modifying its programs and approaches. Although not a primary job function, Medical Directors with the interest in doing so often can be involved with change design and management.
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:
MD or DO with an active, unrestricted medical license
Current Board Certification in an ABMS or AOA specialty
3+ years of clinical practice experience post residency
Technical proficiency in computer software and systems
Private home office and access to high-speed Internet
Participate in rotational holiday and call coverage
Preferred Qualifications:
2+ years of managed care, Quality Management experience and/or administrative leadership experience
Prior UM experience
Clinical experience within the past 2 years
*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.
The salary range for this role is $238,000 to $357,500 per year. Salary Range is defined as total cash compensation at target. The actual range and pay mix of base and bonus is variable based upon experience and metric achievement. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
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.
UnitedHealth Group 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.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Travel X-Ray Tech
New York, NY Job
Important: This is a travel role. While this position is posted in your city, you may be hired for and placed at one of our partner hospitals in another location. To be considered an applicant, you must have a current ARRT certification. Are you ready to step into a rewarding career where innovation meets patient care? Siemens Healthineers is proud to connect talented professionals with full-time travel roles at top-tier partner hospitals across the U.S. These positions offer you the chance to travel and work in state-of-the-art environments, delivering exceptional patient care while advancing your skills and career.
Pay and Benefits:
Schedule: M-F 11p - 7a - Option for 10H shifts available
Weekends/Holidays: Every other weekend & holidays as needed
Weekly Hours: 40
Assignment Length: 13 Weeks
Competitive salary and per diem pay package of $3,000 weekly gross (eligible for benefits)
3 shifts of paid time off
Join a Career That Moves You Forward - Travel with Siemens Healthineers
About The Role:
As an X-Ray Technologist, you will play a critical role in delivering high-quality diagnostic imaging services. You'll be part of a collaborative team, working closely with physicians and medical staff to ensure patient safety and comfort while producing accurate and detailed imaging results.
Key Responsibilities:
Operate x-ray equipment to capture detailed images for diagnostic purposes.
Ensure patient safety and comfort throughout the imaging process.
Review and analyze images to ensure quality and accuracy.
Collaborate with physicians and radiologists to deliver accurate diagnostic results.
Maintain x-ray equipment and follow strict safety protocols to ensure compliance with industry standards.
Why Join Us?
Expert Training: Access industry-leading training from Siemens Healthineers.
Career Growth: Siemens Healthineers provides opportunities for career growth, robust professional training and development, and the chance to branch into other areas for a global healthcare leader.
What We're Looking For:
Education: Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
Experience: Minimum of 1 year of experience as an x-ray Technologist.
Additional Certifications:
ARRT registered in Radiology (R)
Basic Life Support (BLS) certified.
NJ State License - can apply upon offer
Skills: Strong technical proficiency with x-ray equipment, excellent patient care, and attention to detail.
What You'll Gain:
The opportunity to work with cutting-edge x-ray technology in a fast-paced, rewarding environment.
A role where your work directly contributes to medical advancements and improved patient care.
**Residing within the USA is required to be considered eligible for application**
Click on the Apply Now button above to submit a brief application and one of our Candidate Success Managers will contact you!
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Part Time Home Infusion RN - Bremerton, WA
Poulsbo, WA Job
*** $5,000 Sign On Bonus for External Candidates ***
Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
The primary role of the Home Infusion Nurse is to provide clinical care and education to home-based patients receiving a wide range of parenteral medications dispensed from Optum Infusion Pharmacy (the “Company”). The most common route of administration is intravenous, however medications may also be given via subcutaneous infusion or injection, intramuscular injection, or intraspinal (intrathecal and epidural) infusion. Service delivery takes place in patient homes and also in ambulatory infusion suites, where available. All infusion services and medication delivery is provided in accordance with Optum Infusion Pharmacy policies, procedures and therapy-specific protocols, and based on comprehensive orders received from a physician or licensed practitioner. The Home Infusion Nurse fills an integral role in the clinical operations of the organization, working collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team needed to prepare, deliver and seek reimbursement for the infusion therapy that is safely and effectively administered to each patient.
Primary Responsibilities:
Establish and maintain positive clinical rapport with patients and their families, working closely with them in the provision of infusion therapy, education related to self-care and self-administration, and clinical monitoring of patient response to therapy
Assess patient appropriateness for home infusion therapy, including safety of the home environment, availability of caregiver support, and willingness of patient and/or caregivers to become as independent in therapy administration and monitoring of response to therapy as possible
Obtain and document patient's medical history at the start of care and ongoing, particularly as related to the diagnosis being treated with the prescribed infusion therapy
Complete all required clinical documentation thoroughly and timely, including nursing plans of care (POC), plans of treatment (POT), visit notes, clinical summaries, medication profiles, discharge summaries and any updates provided to members of the patient's care team, as well as obtaining patient and/or
caregiver signatures on relevant consents and required forms
Participate in case conferences as needed to comprehensively plan patient care with the multi - disciplinary care team
Provide skilled care to patients of varying ages and medical conditions, as outlined in the plan of care and in accordance with physician orders and the plan of treatment
Establish, secure and maintain vascular access devices as prescribed, including (but not limited to) peripheral IV (PIV) placement, PICC and tunneled central venous catheter dressing changes, and implanted port access
Administer medications as prescribed, performing therapy-specific clinical assessments in accordance with the Company's policies, procedures and protocols, which may include frequent vital sign monitoring, management of acute infusion reactions, monitoring of side effects, and procurement of laboratory specimens
Communicate observations of patient response to therapy and overall physical assessment/condition with members of the care team in a timely manner, which may include the nursing supervisor, dispensing pharmacist, registered dietitian, and licensed prescriber, among others
Establish collaborative relationships with home health agencies (HHAs) delivering services on behalf of / or in conjunction with the Company, providing agency education and support as requested by the nursing supervisor
Maintain a comprehensive knowledge base of infusion therapies administered in the home and ambulatory infusion center, utilizing Company policies, procedures and protocols in addition to all available training resources to ensure understanding of each therapy before initiating treatment
Maintain current nursing licensure in all states in which patients are serviced, as required by the respective State Boards of Nursing and/or Department of Health
Comply with all State and Federal regulations and laws, including employee health and safety protections mandated by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), patient privacy and data security required by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), as well as all home infusion standards of practice
Complete all training required upon hire and annually per policy, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification
Serve as a professional representative of the Company when meeting with and/or providing education to external customers, payers and referral sources
Assist in staff orientation and training, serving as a clinical educator and resource as requested
Drive personal/rental vehicle (per travel policy) in the completion of job duties, including (but not limited to) travel to the Company office, patient homes, area hospitals, physician offices, home health agency offices, and the Company's Ambulatory Infusion Suite (AIS)
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:
Active and unrestricted licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state(s) of practice and others as requested
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and/or CPR certification, or willing to obtain prior to starting employment
1+ years of experience working as an RN in a clinical care setting that contributes to proficiency in infusion therapy (such as medical surgical unit, emergency department, intensive care unit, post-anesthesia care unit, or similar setting)
Proficient with electronic medical record documentation
Willing and able to work with an interdisciplinary team of professionals including pharmacists and technicians, physicians and other licensed prescribers, registered dietitians, home health agencies (HHAs), sales representatives, and others as needed to provide comprehensive care and support of patients an caregivers
Willing and able to work independently in home or alternate-site settings
Willing and able to assume a flexible work schedule
Willing and able to meet attendance, overtime, after-hours on-call, and other reliability requirements of the position
Access to reliable transportation that will enable travel to customer and/or patient sites
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience administering infusion therapy in a home or alternate-site setting
Knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Office and electronic medical records (EMR) programs
Knowledge of the Infusion Nursing Society (INS) standards of practice, policies and procedures
Knowledgeable of HIPAA patient privacy and data security requirements, OSHA employee protection regulations, and The Joint Commission's accreditation standards for home health and home infusion pharmacy (or other relevant accrediting organizations)
Proficient with Microsoft Office
Proven excellent organizational and critical thinking skills
Proven effective interpersonal communications, both written and verbal
Proven effective teaching skills
The hourly range for this role is $28.61 to $56.06 per hour based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, 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.
UnitedHealth Group 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.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Medical Director - Post-Acute Care Management - Care Transitions - Remote
Remote or Philadelphia, PA Job
Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
Looking for a chance to drive measurable and meaningful improvement in the use of evidence-based medicine, patient safety, practice variation and affordability? You can make a difference at UnitedHealth Group and our family of businesses in serving our Medicare, Medicaid and commercial members and plan sponsors. Be part of changing the way health care is delivered while working with a Fortune 5 industry leader.
You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities:
Work to improve quality and promote evidence-based medicine
Provide information on quality and efficiency to doctors, patients and customers to inform care choices and drive improvement
Support initiatives that enhance quality throughout our national network
Ensure the right service is provided at the right time for each member
Work with medical director teams focusing on inpatient care management, clinical coverage review, member appeals clinical review, medical claim review and provider appeals clinical review
Success in this technology-heavy role requires exceptional leadership skills, the knowledge and confidence to make autonomous decisions and an ability to thrive in a production-driven setting.
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:
MD or DO degree
Active, unrestricted physician state license
Current board certification in ABMS or AOA specialty
5+ years of clinical practice experience post residency
Solid understanding of and concurrence with evidence-based medicine (EBM) and managed care principles
Preferred Qualifications:
Hands-on utilization and/or quality management experience
Project management or active project participation experience
Substantial experience in using electronic clinical systems
*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.
The salary range for this role is $238,000 to $357, 500 annually based on full-time employment. Salary Range is defined as total cash compensation at target. The actual range and pay mix of base and bonus is variable based upon experience and metric achievement. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
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.
Travel OR X-ray Technologist - Danville, PA
Albany, NY Job
Are you a technologist looking for career advancement and work/life flexibility? This technologist role will give you the opportunity to work on behalf of one of the industry's most respected and recognized healthcare brands along with giving you the tools to help support your career advancement within Siemens Healthineers.
Schedule: Mon-Fri: 0730-1600
Weekly Hours: 40
Pay Package: $2646 weekly gross (eligible for benefits)
Licensing Requirements: ARRT, CPR and/or BLS and State License, if applicable
System Experience Required: GE-9900 Elite systems
Types of cases include:
1. Percutaneous Nephroscopy
2. Intrathecal Pump
3. Cystoscopy with Retrograde
4. Deep brain stimulator insertion
5. Ureterscopy w/wo laser
6. Orthopedics
7. Mediport Placement.
**Residing within the USA is required to be considered eligible for application**
Click on the Apply Now button above to submit a brief application and one of our Candidate Success Managers will contact you!
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Part Time Home Infusion RN - Bremerton, WA
Tacoma, WA Job
*** $5,000 Sign On Bonus for External Candidates ***
Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
The primary role of the Home Infusion Nurse is to provide clinical care and education to home-based patients receiving a wide range of parenteral medications dispensed from Optum Infusion Pharmacy (the “Company”). The most common route of administration is intravenous, however medications may also be given via subcutaneous infusion or injection, intramuscular injection, or intraspinal (intrathecal and epidural) infusion. Service delivery takes place in patient homes and also in ambulatory infusion suites, where available. All infusion services and medication delivery is provided in accordance with Optum Infusion Pharmacy policies, procedures and therapy-specific protocols, and based on comprehensive orders received from a physician or licensed practitioner. The Home Infusion Nurse fills an integral role in the clinical operations of the organization, working collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team needed to prepare, deliver and seek reimbursement for the infusion therapy that is safely and effectively administered to each patient.
Primary Responsibilities:
Establish and maintain positive clinical rapport with patients and their families, working closely with them in the provision of infusion therapy, education related to self-care and self-administration, and clinical monitoring of patient response to therapy
Assess patient appropriateness for home infusion therapy, including safety of the home environment, availability of caregiver support, and willingness of patient and/or caregivers to become as independent in therapy administration and monitoring of response to therapy as possible
Obtain and document patient's medical history at the start of care and ongoing, particularly as related to the diagnosis being treated with the prescribed infusion therapy
Complete all required clinical documentation thoroughly and timely, including nursing plans of care (POC), plans of treatment (POT), visit notes, clinical summaries, medication profiles, discharge summaries and any updates provided to members of the patient's care team, as well as obtaining patient and/or
caregiver signatures on relevant consents and required forms
Participate in case conferences as needed to comprehensively plan patient care with the multi - disciplinary care team
Provide skilled care to patients of varying ages and medical conditions, as outlined in the plan of care and in accordance with physician orders and the plan of treatment
Establish, secure and maintain vascular access devices as prescribed, including (but not limited to) peripheral IV (PIV) placement, PICC and tunneled central venous catheter dressing changes, and implanted port access
Administer medications as prescribed, performing therapy-specific clinical assessments in accordance with the Company's policies, procedures and protocols, which may include frequent vital sign monitoring, management of acute infusion reactions, monitoring of side effects, and procurement of laboratory specimens
Communicate observations of patient response to therapy and overall physical assessment/condition with members of the care team in a timely manner, which may include the nursing supervisor, dispensing pharmacist, registered dietitian, and licensed prescriber, among others
Establish collaborative relationships with home health agencies (HHAs) delivering services on behalf of / or in conjunction with the Company, providing agency education and support as requested by the nursing supervisor
Maintain a comprehensive knowledge base of infusion therapies administered in the home and ambulatory infusion center, utilizing Company policies, procedures and protocols in addition to all available training resources to ensure understanding of each therapy before initiating treatment
Maintain current nursing licensure in all states in which patients are serviced, as required by the respective State Boards of Nursing and/or Department of Health
Comply with all State and Federal regulations and laws, including employee health and safety protections mandated by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), patient privacy and data security required by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), as well as all home infusion standards of practice
Complete all training required upon hire and annually per policy, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification
Serve as a professional representative of the Company when meeting with and/or providing education to external customers, payers and referral sources
Assist in staff orientation and training, serving as a clinical educator and resource as requested
Drive personal/rental vehicle (per travel policy) in the completion of job duties, including (but not limited to) travel to the Company office, patient homes, area hospitals, physician offices, home health agency offices, and the Company's Ambulatory Infusion Suite (AIS)
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:
Active and unrestricted licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state(s) of practice and others as requested
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and/or CPR certification, or willing to obtain prior to starting employment
1+ years of experience working as an RN in a clinical care setting that contributes to proficiency in infusion therapy (such as medical surgical unit, emergency department, intensive care unit, post-anesthesia care unit, or similar setting)
Proficient with electronic medical record documentation
Willing and able to work with an interdisciplinary team of professionals including pharmacists and technicians, physicians and other licensed prescribers, registered dietitians, home health agencies (HHAs), sales representatives, and others as needed to provide comprehensive care and support of patients an caregivers
Willing and able to work independently in home or alternate-site settings
Willing and able to assume a flexible work schedule
Willing and able to meet attendance, overtime, after-hours on-call, and other reliability requirements of the position
Access to reliable transportation that will enable travel to customer and/or patient sites
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience administering infusion therapy in a home or alternate-site setting
Knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Office and electronic medical records (EMR) programs
Knowledge of the Infusion Nursing Society (INS) standards of practice, policies and procedures
Knowledgeable of HIPAA patient privacy and data security requirements, OSHA employee protection regulations, and The Joint Commission's accreditation standards for home health and home infusion pharmacy (or other relevant accrediting organizations)
Proficient with Microsoft Office
Proven excellent organizational and critical thinking skills
Proven effective interpersonal communications, both written and verbal
Proven effective teaching skills
The hourly range for this role is $28.61 to $56.06 per hour based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, 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.
UnitedHealth Group 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.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.