Health Analytic Consultant - Remote in the Midwest/Central Region (OH preferred)

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Hiring Remotely in Chicago, IL, USA
In-Office or Remote
92K-164K Annually
Artificial Intelligence • Big Data • Healthtech • Information Technology • Machine Learning • Software • Analytics
The Role
Requisition Number: 2356198
At UnitedHealthcare, we're simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and optimized. Ready to make a difference? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
If you are located in Midwest/Central Region (OH preferred), you will have the flexibility to work remotely* 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:
  • Consultant will create compelling, client-specific insights and content for a variety of different client asks - will be dedicated to a single client
  • Extensive analysis and interpretation of complex healthplan performance analytics from multiple data sources to understand risk and opportunity of proposed/implemented solutions.
  • Participate in creation of data story for annual White Paper for dedicated client.
  • Deliver the annual White Paper highlights and story in-person at conferences and in tv/radio interviews.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert to internal and external customers, including senior leaders, on strategic consultative analytics related to healthcare cost and quality
  • Negotiate complex and sensitive situations internally and externally, including non-negotiable timelines, with a win-win attitude.
  • Communicates information openly and in an articulate and professional manner as a consultative subject matter expert.
  • Mastery and seamless navigation of data, tools, and related resources will be necessary for success in telling a story with actionable insights
  • In-depth knowledge of adopted and proposed client solutions
  • Will have no direct reports
  • Collaborate with the broader Account Management Team (AMTs) and other internal business partners to solve complex customer analytic needs and serve as a strategic analytic subject matter expert.
  • Communicates information openly and in an articulate and professional manner as a strategic consultative subject matter expert.
  • Provides year-round strategic consultative services with an integrated focus on the UnitedHealthcare Value Story by diving deep into the 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:
  • Bachelor's degree
  • 3+ years of experience in a customer-facing role, preferably within a sales, account management, TPA, or consulting environment
  • Intermediate or higher skills within Office 365 applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
  • Demonstrated presentation skills, preferably with a director-level and higher audience
  • Knowledgeable of healthcare cost and quality topics, as well as able to speak to emerging industry trends

Preferred Qualification:
  • Clear and concise written & verbal communication skills; successful virtual presentation experience

*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 $91,700 to $163,700 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.

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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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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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