Clermont Counties)

UnitedHealth Group•Hamilton, OH

6h•$109,500 - $164,000

About The Position

Optum Home & Community Care, part of Optum, is building an integrated care model that addresses patients’ physical, mental, and social needs. The Senior Community Care (SCC) program coordinates clinical care for members in nursing homes, senior housing, and assisted living settings. The Advanced Practice Clinician provides care to the program’s highest-risk health plan members and supports members during short-term sub-acute rehabilitation episodes. The role involves comprehensive assessments, evidence-based screening and appropriate point-of-care testing, care planning, patient and caregiver education, and coordination with an interdisciplinary care team. The position serves Greater Cincinnati, Ohio, including Hamilton, Butler, Warren, and Clermont counties. No on-call work, weekends, or holidays are required. External candidates are eligible for a $10,000 sign-on bonus.

Requirements

For nurse practitioners: active ANCC or AANP certification in Family, Adult, Geriatric, or Adult-Gerontology Primary Care.
For physician assistants: current NCCPA certification and state licensure.
Active, unrestricted licensure in the state of practice, or ability to obtain it by the start date, without current disciplinary actions or practice limitations.
Active and unrestricted driver’s license.
Access to reliable transportation.
Current, active DEA licensure/prescriptive authority, or ability to obtain it after hire, in accordance with state regulations unless prohibited in the state of practice.
Ability to obtain a collaborative practice agreement, if applicable in the state of practice.
Ability to navigate varied environments and position oneself as needed to perform job duties.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of clinical experience as an advanced practice clinician; long-term care experience preferred.
Experience in geriatric medicine, long-term care, senior living, or home care.
Experience meeting the medical needs of patients with complex behavioral, social, or functional needs.
Understanding of geriatrics and chronic illness.
Understanding of advanced illness and end-of-life discussions.
Proficiency with electronic medical records and technology.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive assessments, including reviewing medical history, reconciling medications, taking vital signs, and performing physical examinations.
Conduct evidence-based screenings and point-of-care testing as appropriate.
Support members during short-term sub-acute rehabilitation episodes.
Ensure accurate and complete documentation, including ICD-10 conditions.
Communicate and collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team.
Conduct advanced illness and advanced care planning conversations.
Provide counseling and education to patients and caregivers.