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Full Time Nurse Practitioner, Optum HouseCalls - Erie, Huron, & Lorain counties

Registered Nurse, Cincinnati, OH, United States


$10,000 Sign-on Bonus for External Candidates

In this role, you will have the ability to achieve work life balance. Flexible scheduling is offered where providers can flex their time between 8am-8pm over the 7-day work week. No on‑call, no weekends and no holidays required.

As a HouseCalls Advanced Practice Clinician (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant), you will conduct annual in‑home health assessments for Medicare Advantage and other plan members.

Primary Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive in‑home assessments, including:

Past medical history review, medication reconciliation, vital signs, and physical exam

Evidence‑based screenings and point‑of‑care testing (as appropriate)

Identify and document diagnoses for care management and treatment planning

Communicate findings to members’ PCPs to address gaps in care

Recognize urgent/emergent situations and intervene appropriately

Educate members on disease processes, medications, and compliance

Address social determinants of health and provide referrals as needed

You will be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that challenges you and gives clear direction on success, as well as opportunities for development into other roles.

Required Qualifications

For NPs: Active ANCC or AANP certification in Family, Adult, Geriatric, or Adult‑Gerontology Primary Care

For PAs: Current NCCPA certification and state licensure

Active, unrestricted licensure in the state where you will practice (or ability to obtain by start date) without disciplinary actions or practice limitations

Active and unrestricted driver’s license
In addition to a driver’s license, access to reliable transportation to complete home visits

Ability to navigate varied home environments; ability to sit/stand/kneel as needed to perform assessments

If you work in a state that allows NPs/PAs to practice independently, you must obtain approval from your licensing board (if required). New hires who are eligible but have not applied must do so within 1 month of starting; if not eligible at hire, begin working toward eligibility within 1 month and apply for approval within 3 months of becoming eligible

Preferred Qualifications

1+ year of clinical experience (family, geriatric, or home health preferred)

Proficiency with electronic medical records and technology

Ability to transport equipment weighing up to 30 pounds and navigate stairs during home visits

Proven communication skills with geriatric or Medicare populations

Pay is based on several factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. Salary ranges from $109,500 to $164,000 annually for full‑time employment. Benefits include a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401(k) contribution (subject to eligibility).

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

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