Per Diem COSMOS Checkwrite

Requisition Number: 2373292
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. For all hires in Minneapolis, Virginia, Maryland, or Washington, D.C. area, you will be required to work in the office for a minimum of four (4) days per week.
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.
This role is critical to ensure the COSMOS Claims payments are processed timely and accurately. This position entails a higher level of knowledge and comprehension needed to navigate the COSMOS mainframe as well as implement monthly/quarterly/yearly software upgrades. This role also requires the ability to collaborate with multiple teams including the COSMOS IT team, UHC Finance leadership, UHC Claims Processing team and our third-party print provider. The COSMOS Checkwrite role provides the necessary leadership and system knowledge to ensure the COSMOS claims payments are paid per the CMS regulatory requirements.
This position is Per Diem. Employees are required to have flexibility to work a per diem schedule as needed.
This will be on the job training and the hours during training will be during normal business hours.
Primary Responsibilities:

• Manage the COSMOS Checkwrite process ensuring timely and accurate payments in line with CMS regulatory requirements
• Implement and maintain processes and procedures for the COSMOS Checkwrite program ensuring best practices and backup roles are in place
• Develop and maintain internal control structure and procedures for financial reporting
• Resolve high level COSMOS Checkwrite processing issues avoiding payment delays
• Maintain the payment audit process and collaborate with COSMOS IT and UHC Finance regarding Checkwrite processing issues
• Oversee the preparation and analysis of COSMOS software implementations ensuring the quality, reliability and timeliness of the implementations
• Provide operational and technical expertise related to COSMOS Checkwrite to ensure the COSMOS Claims team is in compliance with policies, rules, regulation and laws
• Coordinate and support the COSMOS Claims strategic and operational planning
• Support various special projects as required
• Other duties as assigned

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
• 5+ years of experience with COSMOS Checkwrite
• Ability to work Per Diem. Employees are required to have flexibility to work a per diem schedule as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Intermediate level of proficiency with Excel, Word, and other financial reporting tools
• Advanced analytical and information gathering skills; ability to evaluate and prioritize extensive detailed data
• Experience successfully managing multiple requests, assessing priorities and achieving solutions under deadlines

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:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

*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 $18 - $32 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.