This position is National Remote. You'll enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
Optum Insight is improving the flow of health data and information to create a more connected system. We remove friction and drive alignment between care providers and payers, and ultimately consumers. Our deep expertise in the industry and innovative technology empower us to help organizations reduce costs while improving risk management, quality and revenue growth. Ready to help us deliver results that improve lives? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
This position is full time (40 hours / week), Monday - Friday. Employees are required to have flexibility to work any of the listed 8-hour shift schedules, with the final shift assigned after training is completed. The hours of operation is Sunday through Saturday, 24 hours per day. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime or weekends.
We offer 4 weeks of on-the-job training program conducted during standard business hours of 8:00 am - 5:00 pm EST from Monday through Friday.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Answer a high volume of calls from patients or their representative
- Provide login assistance and customer support to patients using the MyChart patient portal
- Ask appropriate questions and listen actively to identify specific questions or issues while documenting required information in computer systems
- Assist patients with navigating the MyChart patient portal
- Support patients with setting up and troubleshooting telehealth appointments
- Maintain all Compliance and HIPAA regulations at all times
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:
- High School Diploma / GED
- Must be 18 years of age OR older
- 1+ years of experience in healthcare customer service experience, while analyzing and solving customer problems
- Experience with working in a call center or handling a high volume of inbound and / or outbound calls
- Familiarity with computer and Windows PC applications, which includes the ability to learn new and complex computer system applications
- Ability to complete a four-week training program conducted during standard business hours of 8:00 am - 5:00 pm EST from Monday through Friday
- Availability requires flexibility to work full time (40 hours / week), Monday - Friday, any of the listed 8-hour shift schedules, with the final shift assigned after training is completed and Candidates must be able to work an 8-hour shift from Sunday - Saturday, 24 hours daily, including the flexibility to work occasional overtime and weekends
Preferred Qualifications:
- Medical terminology experience
- Experience with EPIC MyChart OR other patient portal platforms
- Proficient in translating health care-related jargon and complex processes into simple, step-by-step instructions customers can understand and act upon
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
Soft Skills:
- Ability to multitask while navigating multiple applications
*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 hourly pay for this role will range from $16 - $29 per hour 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
- High School Diploma or GED
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- 1+ years healthcare customer service experience
- Experience working in a call center or handling high-volume inbound/outbound calls
- Familiarity with computer and Windows PC applications and ability to learn complex systems
- Ability to complete four-week training program during standard business hours (8:00 am - 5:00 pm EST)
- Availability to work full-time (40 hours/week) and assigned 8-hour shifts including occasional overtime and weekends
- Maintain all Compliance and HIPAA regulations
- Ability to keep company sensitive documents secure and maintain an information-private dedicated work area
- Must live in a location that can receive UnitedHealth Group approved high-speed internet or have existing high-speed internet
- Pass a pre-employment drug test
- Medical terminology experience
- Experience with EPIC MyChart or other patient portal platforms
- Proficient in translating healthcare jargon into simple, step-by-step instructions for customers
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.
Optum Insights
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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Hybrid Workspace
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.