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.
As the Account Manager Client Service, you are joining an elite team within OptumRx Client Management. The Account Manager (PAM) acts as outward facing resource for assigned accounts with daily interactions with clients, consultants, brokers and leaders both internal and externally. In your role you will be responsible for managing the day - to - day operational functions of multiple customers in the areas of Implementation / onboarding new customers, escalated member / client concerns, benefit design setup and changes, product / program implementation and other service delivery projects to ensure operational quality and client satisfaction. The Account Manager will work closely with Account Executives to build relationships and fully represent client(s) internally and also represent OptumRx to the client(s), consultants, brokers and all external entities.
This position is full-time, Monday - Friday. Employees are required to work our normal business hours of 8:00am - 4:30pm. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime.
We offer weeks of paid training. The hours of training will be based on your schedule or will be discussed on your first day of employment.
You'll enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Work is self - directed and not prescribed
- Manages operational performance and service delivery for ongoing contract relationships to clients for one or more accounts
- Assesses and interprets client needs and requirements
- Identifies solutions to non - standard requests and problems
- Translates concepts into practice
- Acts as the client liaison and client subject matter expert to internal partners
- Collaborate with multiple layers of operational teams in a complex matrix driven organization to ensure quality service delivery for the clients you serve
- Prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced complex environment
- We welcome an investigative personality who is interested in finding answers
- The Pharmacy Account Manager position may require travel nationally up to 25%
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:
- 3+ years of client facing Account Management experience within the PBM industry OR in a similar account management field
- Intermediate level of proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite of products (e.g., Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint)
- Basic understanding and/or experience with working in Rx Claims (AS400) and ServiceNow systems
- Ability to travel up to 25% of the time (Domestic)
- Ability to work any shift between our normal business hours of 8:00am - 4:30pm from Monday - Friday
- Must be 18 years of age OR older
Preferred Qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience within PBM industry
Telecommuting Requirements:
- Ability to keep all company sensitive documents secure (if applicable)
- Required to have a dedicated work area established that is separated from other living areas and provides information privacy
- Must live in a location that can receive a UnitedHealth Group approved high-speed internet connection or leverage an existing high-speed internet service
*All Telecommuters 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 $72,800 to $130,000 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.
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and 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
- 3+ years of client-facing account management experience within the PBM industry or a similar account management field
- Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Basic understanding of or experience working with Rx Claims and AS400 systems
- Experience with ServiceNow systems
- Ability to travel domestically up to 25% of the time
- Ability to work any shift between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday
- Must be at least 18 years old
- 5+ years of experience within the PBM industry
- Ability to secure company-sensitive documents while telecommuting
- Dedicated, private work area for telecommuting
- Access to UnitedHealth Group-approved high-speed internet
Optum Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave (six weeks), paid caregiver leave (up to two weeks), Bright Horizons back-up care, and adoption assistance up to $10,000 are prominently included. Feedback suggests these family supports meaningfully aid work-life balance and are often highlighted as strengths.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company match is available to all employees, including part-time staff, alongside other financial protections like disability and life insurance. Feedback suggests broad access and matching make retirement support a core pillar of the package.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An Employee Stock Purchase Plan offers discounted company stock, with some roles also eligible for sign-on or performance bonuses. Feedback suggests the ESPP is a standout financial perk that helps employees build ownership over time.
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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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