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.
You will enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within Canada as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Responding to time sensitive support calls that can affect patient care
- Be primary point of contact for customers on reported cases and collaborate and engage other teams as needed to drive to resolution
- Document in detail all reported incidents and scope issues accurately, collecting all necessary information and logs
- Manage ticket backlog of about 20-30 cases
- Troubleshoot issues on production RIS and PACS radiology systems which utilize some of the following technologies: Local & Wide Area
- Networks, Windows Servers and workstations, Enterprise-class hardware & storage systems, and Oracle databases
- Liaison with internal teams, including R&D, Technical Response, Systems Engineering, Production & Installation, and Sales as required to deliver on customer requests
- Contribute to a fast-paced and highly collaborative team-based work environment
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear directions on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
- High School Diploma/GED
- 2+ years of experience in Technical Support role where you are troubleshooting Windows Operating Systems or 2+ years of education from a technical program and an accredited college or university
- 1+ years of customer service experience
- Currently reside in Canada
- Availability to work an 8-hour shift Monday - Friday starting between 5am-9:30am PST with an on-call rotation as needed
Preferred Qualifications:
- Intermediate level of proficiency in at least 1 programming language (C,C#, C++, Python, etc.)
- Experience in the healthcare industry
- Experience in medical imaging, specifically radiology or cardiology
- Experience in Technical Application Support
- 2+ years of experience using Windows command line, Powershell
- 1+ years of experience troubleshooting TCP/IP issues
- 1+ years of experience working in a Technical Support Center
- 1+ years of experience in Troubleshooting Active Directory
- 1+ years of experience providing technical support in a collaborative environment
- 1+ years of experience in Technical Application Support
*All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.
Canada Residents Only: The hourly range for Canada residents is $25.38 to $52.79 per hour. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc.
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 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.
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Skills Required
- High School Diploma or GED
- 2+ years experience in a Technical Support role troubleshooting Windows Operating Systems OR 2+ years of education from a technical program at an accredited college/university
- 1+ years of customer service experience
- Currently reside in Canada
- Availability to work an 8-hour shift Monday - Friday starting between 5:00am-9:30am PST with on-call rotation as needed
- Adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy
- Pass a drug test before beginning employment
- Intermediate proficiency in at least one programming language (C, C#, C++, Python, etc.)
- Experience in the healthcare industry
- Experience in medical imaging, specifically radiology or cardiology
- Experience in Technical Application Support
- 2+ years of experience using Windows command line and PowerShell
- 1+ years of experience troubleshooting TCP/IP issues
- 1+ years of experience working in a Technical Support Center
- 1+ years of experience troubleshooting Active Directory
- 1+ years of experience providing technical support in a collaborative environment
Optum Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage offers copay and HSA medical options with dental, vision, company‑paid life and disability, and free or low‑cost virtual visits. Feedback suggests the offering is comprehensive and competitive on paper.
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Parental & Family Support — Time off and family supports include PTO, eight paid holidays plus a floating day, six weeks paid parental leave, up to two weeks paid caregiver leave, Bright Horizons back‑up care, and adoption assistance up to $10,000. Feedback suggests these resources are meaningful for caregivers and family needs.
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Retirement Support — Savings programs include a 401(k) with employer match (after one year, vesting after two) and a 10%‑discount Employee Stock Purchase Plan. These programs bolster long‑term financial security when combined with other savings resources.
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What We Do
Optum, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, 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. At Optum, we support your well-being with an understanding team, extensive benefits and rewarding opportunities. By joining us, you’ll have the resources to drive system transformation while we help you take care of your future. We recognize the power of connection to drive change, improve efficiency and make a difference in health care. Join a team where your skills and ideas can make an impact and where collaboration is key to creating technology that produces healthier outcomes.
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Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
Optum has three workplace models that balance the needs of the business and the responsibilities of each role. These models, core on‑site (5 days/week), hybrid (4 days/week) and telecommute or fully remote, vary by country, role and location.