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Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Optimal Care
Location
Grand Rapids, MI
Posted
17 days ago
Department
Physician Services Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Master’s or doctoral degree as a Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
  • Current State License as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
  • Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and valid automobile insurance coverage
Nice to have
  • Minimum 2 years clinical experience in a post-acute or as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
  • Adult, Family, or Gerontology certification
  • Experience with geriatric patients
What the job really is

As a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, you will provide primary and consultative care primarily to geriatric and medically complex patients in their homes or care settings. Your responsibilities will include conducting medical evaluations, developing treatment plans, prescribing medications, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient comfort and quality of life. The role emphasizes meaningful patient relationships and offers a flexible schedule with no weekends or holidays.

Benefits
  • Minimum of 3 Weeks Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • HSA and FSA options including Dependent Care
  • Company paid Short Term Disability
  • Company paid Life Insurance
  • 401(k) with Employer Match
Things to weigh
  • High travel position requiring daily travel within the service area
  • Limited patient census may impact the volume of cases you handle
  • Role involves working with geriatric and medically complex patients which may require specialized skills
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