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As new pharmacy clients are welcomed to OptumRx, the new client implementation team offers a best-in-class onboarding experience that is powered by solid governance and project management.
The Sr. Business Analyst will work alongside the client implementation team to oversee all aspects of incoming files for new clients, including defining requirements, coordinating and intaking files, preparing files for load, loading files, and communication of file loads/progress to clients. This role will actively engage with clients, the client implementation team, and operations teams across the OptumRx organization to deliver on our promise. The Sr. Business Analyst will also serve as a Subject Matter Expert and mentor to peers.
You'll enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities:

• External client facing role. End to end owner and responsibility for new client data file requests including but not limited to Claims History, Historical Prior Authorization, Disruption analysis and lettering, Continuation of Therapy, etc.
• Leads complex data mapping exercises and data file requirement gathering sessions with external clients and vendors
• Defines methodology and analytic approach as required for end to end vendor transition data file requests including but not limited to Claims History, Historical Prior Authorization, Disruption analysis and lettering, Continuation of Therapy, etc.
• Be able to handle and organize a large volume of complex client implementations
• Mentor and lead other team members, providing guidance throughout the implementation process
• Sought out as an expert
• Anticipates customers' needs and proactively develops solutions to meet them
• Performs ad-hoc data analysis and reporting as required by implementation needs and prepares data for downstream use
• Writes and maintains detailed documentation including specifications, expected outcomes, validation methodology/processes, test results, recommendations, version control, and configuration design related to external data file requirements
• Works with internal stakeholders to ensure data file requirements scheduling, data file intake, client data management, and quality of data based on requirements
• Understands data standards and identifies data abnormalities. Instills data quality in all outputs that are delivered
• Takes personal ownership and accountability for pre-determined Service Level Agreements by following up and following through on all deliverables
• Recommends and implements improvements to existing processes and assists with adoption of new software tools
• Effectively communicates technical and statistical findings with fellow team members and clients
• Possess excellent oral and written communication skills, and is comfortable presenting to everyone from entry-level employees to senior vice presidents, and external clients and coalitions
• Acts as a technical business liaison to explain complicated technical information to non-technical audiences (both internal and external) effectively
• Promptly responds to service failures, resolves issues, and escalates concerns as appropriate
• Provides consistent and thorough updates. Identifies risks and escalates appropriately
• Promotes continuous improvement by ensuring adherence to quality principles and presenting solutions for process excellence. Solves complex problems. Develops innovative approaches
• Seeks out and actively participates in business initiatives that contribute to service excellence, with minimal leadership guidance
• Keeps current with industries best practices and seeks additional training/seminars to improve technical skills
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment
• May lead functional or segment projects
• 0-10% travel

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:

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience
• 3+ years relevant hands-on experience in analytics, business intelligence or comparable data engineering role, including data warehousing, and business intelligence tools, techniques and technology
• 2+ years of experience in an external client facing role
• 2+ years of experience with pharmacy claims data, insurance data, managed health care industry and PBM operations
• Ability to write test cases for QA
• Full COVID-19 vaccination is an essential requirement of this role. UnitedHealth Group will adhere to all federal, state and local regulations as well as all client requirements and will obtain necessary proof of vaccination prior to employment to ensure compliance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with implementation and/or managing pharmacy benefits
• RxClaim experience
• Working knowledge of standard business applications, Microsoft Office Suite (MS Access, MS Visio, MS Project, MS Word)
• Advanced proficiency with Excel (Pivot tables, pivot charts, conditional formatting, VLOOKUP, formulas)
• Solid knowledge of SQL (complex joins, nested subqueries, aggregation, partitions, functions, pivots and unions)
• Solid understanding of databases, their architectures and database constraints
• Ability to execute and deliver within the confines and timeframes provided by regulatory agencies
• Solid knowledge of the US healthcare system and healthcare claims data

To protect the health and safety of our workforce, patients and communities we serve, UnitedHealth Group and its affiliate companies now require all employees to disclose COVID-19 vaccination status prior to beginning employment. In addition, some roles require full COVID-19 vaccination as an essential job function. UnitedHealth Group adheres to all federal, state and local COVID-19 vaccination regulations as well as all client COVID-19 vaccination requirements and will obtain the necessary information from candidates prior to employment to ensure compliance. Candidates must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Failure to meet the vaccination requirement may result in rescission of an employment offer or termination of employment.
Careers with OptumRx. We're one of the largest and most innovative pharmacy benefits managers in the US, serving more than 12 million people nationwide. Here you'll fill far more than prescriptions. As a member of one of our pharmacy teams, you're empowered to be your best and do whatever it takes to help each customer. You'll find unrivaled support and training as well as a wealth of growth and development opportunities driven by your performance and limited only by your imagination. Join us. There's no better place to help people live healthier lives while doing your life's best work.(sm)
Colorado, Connecticut or Nevada Residents Only: The salary range for Colorado residents is $82,100 to $146,900. The salary range for Connecticut / Nevada residents is $90,500 to $161,600. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
*All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.
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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