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Do you have a passion for data and problem-solving? As a Business Analyst within the Government Programs and Value Based Care Business Intelligence and Reporting team, you will work closely with business stakeholders, business intelligence teams, and technology partners to support reporting and analytics solutions that drive STAR Quality and Value Based Care initiatives.
In this role, you will assist with gathering business requirements, analyzing data, supporting reporting enhancements, and helping ensure data quality and accuracy. You will have opportunities to learn healthcare analytics, business intelligence processes, and Medicare quality programs while contributing to meaningful business outcomes.
You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. For all hires in the Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. area, you will be required to work in the office a minimum of four days per week.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Support enhancements to Business Intelligence reports and dashboards used to monitor STAR Quality and Value Based Care performance
- Partner with business stakeholders to gather, document, and clarify business requirements
- Assist in analyzing business processes and identifying opportunities for reporting and operational improvements
- Support the creation and maintenance of reporting solutions by working with development, QA, and business teams
- Perform data validation and analysis to ensure reporting accuracy and identify potential data issues
- Use SQL and reporting tools to research questions, validate results, and support business needs
- Participate in stakeholder meetings to understand reporting requirements and document expected outcomes
- Collaborate with team members to test new reports, enhancements, and data solutions
- Communicate findings and insights through reports, presentations, and data visualizations
- Support operational and business reviews by preparing data and analysis
- Contribute to documentation of business processes, requirements, and reporting standards
- Develop knowledge of Medicare STAR Quality programs, Value Based Care initiatives, and healthcare analytics
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:
- 2+ years of experience of working with HEDIS or Pharmacy STARs measures
- 1+ years of experience in a business analyst, reporting analyst, data analyst, or related role
- Experience with Geospatial modeling, Stochastic Modeling and Healthcare Risk Analytics
- Experience working with data to identify trends, validate results, and support business decisions
- Basic experience gathering and documenting business requirements
- Basic SQL, Python, R or other statistical tool experience
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
- Demonstrated solid written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with business and technical teams
- Demonstrated solid organizational skills and attention to detail
- Willingness to learn new tools, processes, and healthcare business concepts
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with reporting and visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or SSRS
- Experience working with databases and large datasets
- Familiarity with Agile methodologies or project-based work environments
- Familiarity with SharePoint or collaboration tools
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Demonstrated solid analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proven self-motivated with a willingness to learn and grow professionally
- Passion for delivering high-quality customer service and business solutions
*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy
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 salary for this role will range from $60,200 - $107,400 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
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.
Skills Required
- 2+ years of experience working with HEDIS or Pharmacy STARs measures
- 1+ years of experience in a business analyst, reporting analyst, data analyst, or related role
- Experience with Geospatial modeling, Stochastic Modeling and Healthcare Risk Analytics
- Experience working with data to identify trends, validate results, and support business decisions
- Basic experience gathering and documenting business requirements
- Basic SQL, Python, R or other statistical tool experience
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
- Demonstrated solid written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with business and technical teams
- Demonstrated solid organizational skills and attention to detail
- Willingness to learn new tools, processes, and healthcare business concepts
- Experience with reporting and visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or SSRS
- Experience working with databases and large datasets
- Familiarity with Agile methodologies or project-based work environments
- Familiarity with SharePoint or collaboration tools
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Demonstrated solid analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proven self-motivated with a willingness to learn and grow professionally
- Passion for delivering high-quality customer service and business solutions
Optum Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO accrues each pay period with eight paid U.S. holidays plus a floating holiday, and generous time away is consistently emphasized. This breadth supports planned and unplanned time off beyond standard vacation days.
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Parental & Family Support — Six weeks of paid parental leave, up to two weeks of paid caregiver leave, Bright Horizons back‑up care, and adoption assistance signal strong family-oriented support. EAP access with counseling sessions further extends help to employees and their households.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Company‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability, Calm app membership, tuition reimbursement, commuter and FSA accounts, and broad employee discounts expand everyday wellbeing resources. Free or low‑cost virtual visits complement these lifestyle supports.
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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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