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Baylor RN Sign On Bonus $5,000

Enfield, CT · On-site

$28.27 - $50.48/hr

As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best ... data sets, coding requests, and coordination with other clinicians * Communicates timely and ...

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Registered Nurse - PRN

Stamford, CT

$39.90 - $59.85/hr

As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best ... data sets, coding requests, and coordination with other clinicians * Communicates timely and ...

Optum

Registered Nurse

Stamford, CT · On-site

$36.98 - $81.63/hr

As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best ... data sets, coding requests, and coordination with other clinicians * Communicates timely and ...

Optum

Registered Nurse

Groton, CT

$82K - $123K/yr

Explore opportunities with Atrinity Home Health, part of the Optum family of businesses. We are ... coding requests, schedule home visits, to coordinate care with other clinicians, Communicates ...

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As of Jun 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for optum coder in Connecticut is $26.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.08 and $32.93 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Optum Coder vs Medical Coder?

AspectOptum CoderMedical Coder
CertificationsAHIMA or AAPC certifications (CPC, CCS)AHIMA or AAPC certifications (CPC, CCS)
Work EnvironmentHealthcare organizations, insurance companies, consulting firmsHospitals, clinics, physician offices, insurance companies
Industry UsageUsed across healthcare and insurance sectorsPrimarily in healthcare facilities and billing services

Optum Coders and Medical Coders share similar certifications and work environments, often overlapping in healthcare and insurance settings. While Optum Coders may work specifically within Optum's healthcare services, Medical Coders are employed broadly across various healthcare providers. Both roles require similar skills and certifications, making them closely related but distinct in employer and specific job functions.

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Infographic showing various Optum Coder job openings in Connecticut as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 94% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 62% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 36% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,396 per year, or $26.2 per hour.
Registered Nurse RN Meriden Family ProHealth Physicians Optum Meriden CT

Registered Nurse RN Meriden Family ProHealth Physicians Optum Meriden CT

UnitedHealth Group

Meriden, CT • On-site

$1.7K - $2.4K/wk

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 28 days ago

UnitedHealth Group rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 141 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

189th of 872 rated healthcare providers

Job description

ProHealth Physicians (CT), part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a RN - Family Medicine to join our team in Meriden, CT. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.
As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.
At Optum, you'll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. Here, you'll work alongside talented peers in a collaborative environment that is guided by diversity and inclusion while driving towards the Quadruple Aim. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
ProHealth Physicians is a physician-led medical group with 85 practice locations throughout Connecticut serving more than 10% of the state's residents. We empower physicians and advanced clinicians to better serve patients through enhanced care processes in support of improved patient outcomes. Formed in 1997, ProHealth Physicians has grown to include more than 350 primary care and specialty clinicians and offers select specialty and diagnostic/therapeutic services.
ProHealth Physicians' in Meriden, part of OptumCare has an immediate opening for a friendly, patient focused and detailed oriented RN to join our team. This is a 40 hour per week position, Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm. Schedule will be determined by Practice Manager.
Primary Responsibilities:
  • Order vaccines as needed
  • Oversight of the medical teams CLIA competences
  • Serve as liaison between patients, staff and providers
  • Support the care team and its patients by providing and documenting nursing care following established standards and practices
  • Provide patient care and education and assist in locating and coordinating services from other providers and resources
  • Serve as liaison between patients, staff and providers
  • Document all patient interactions and other clinical activities accurately and in a timely manner in the electronic health record (EHR)
  • Demonstrate respect for patients and ProHealth staff by presenting a friendly, courteous manner at all times and maintaining patient confidentiality
  • Provide attention to patients in a manner that builds confidence, trust and loyalty
  • Act as a member of the care team, including preparing patients to be seen by collecting and recording(as applicable): Height and weight, Temperature, Blood pressure, Head circumference, Current medications and Chief complaint and history
  • Triage patients according to approved protocols and consistent with ProHealth's Appointment and Scheduling Guidelines. Answer and document patient phone calls; take complete messages and route to providers as needed using the EHR
  • Provide and document patient care such as giving injections and performing preventive screenings
  • Educate patients regarding their illness or injury and provide instruction regarding self-management of their condition
  • Carry out standing orders (i.e., authorizing prescription refills and ordering tests) consistent with ProHealth's policies and procedures
  • Schedule tests, treatments and follow up visits on behalf of patients. Assist patients with identifying suitable outside resources for disease management and other services; refer patients when appropriate
  • Monitor task list in order to respond to tasks in a timely manner, follow up on overdue orders and monitor status of critical referrals
  • Order supplies and vaccines and maintain appropriate records. Prepare and maintain equipment including sterilization
  • Maintain knowledge of current coding, OSHA and CLIA regulations and ProHealth policies
  • Assist care team to assure smooth office operation and delivery of excellent service through teamwork
  • As appropriate, conduct outreach to patients in need of appointments or other services, to communicate test results and other information, and to follow up after appointments to be sure patients are following their plan of care
  • Perform other duties as assigned

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:
  • Professional education for nursing and Connecticut RN licensure
  • Experience in Acute or primary care setting
  • Basic computer knowledge and aptitude

Preferred Qualifications:
  • BSN
  • Electronic health record - AllScript
  • Phone Triage

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $29.00 to $52.00 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
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.

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