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 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.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Manage end-to-end projects (clinical and non-clinical) for client initiatives, ensuring timely and successful delivery
- Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables aligned with healthcare regulations and organizational goals
- Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocation strategies
- Identify potential risks and implement effective mitigation plans
- Collaborate with clinical, administrative, and IT teams to gather requirements and ensure smooth execution
- Provide regular status updates to leadership and stakeholders, maintaining transparency throughout the project lifecycle
- Maintain comprehensive documentation for audits and compliance purposes
- Drive status update calls with client leadership and act as the primary point of contact
- Mentor team members and build project management capabilities within the team
- Comply with the terms and conditions of the employment contract, company policies and procedures, and any and all directives (such as, but not limited to, transfer and/or re-assignment to different work locations, change in teams and/or work shifts, policies in regards to flexibility of work benefits and/or work environment, alternative work arrangements, and other decisions that may arise due to the changing business environment). The Company may adopt, vary or rescind these policies and directives in its absolute discretion and without any limitation (implied or otherwise) on its ability to do so
Required Qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience in IT project management, preferably in healthcare
- Good experience of any of the project management tool e.g. MS Project, ServiceNow
- Proven people management experience
- Basic understanding of the IT infrastructure/SDLC
- Demonstrated solid team-oriented skills and ability to lead cross functional teams
- Demonstrated solid communication skills. Must have experience working with onshore clients
- Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks and manage competing priorities effectively
- Demonstrated solid orientation toward customer service and teamwork
Preferred Qualifications:
- PMP or equivalent certification
- Agile experience
- Familiarity with HIPAA or other compliance standards
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.
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Skills Required
- 5+ years of IT project management experience, preferably in healthcare
- Experience with project management tools such as MS Project or ServiceNow
- Proven people management experience
- Basic understanding of IT infrastructure and SDLC
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams
- Strong communication skills and experience working with onshore clients
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities
- Strong customer service and teamwork orientation
- PMP or equivalent certification
- Agile experience
- Familiarity with HIPAA or other compliance standards
Optum Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Official materials highlight copay and HSA medical plan choices with in‑network preventive care at 100%, prescription coverage, and low/no‑cost virtual visits, plus company HSA contributions. Dental preventive services are 100% in network, and mental health resources include an EAP and premium Calm access.
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Parental & Family Support — Programs include six weeks paid parental leave, up to two weeks paid caregiver leave, and Bright Horizons back‑up care with enhanced family supports. Adoption assistance up to $10,000 for full‑time employees reinforces family‑oriented benefits.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Financial benefits include an Employee Stock Purchase Plan at a 10% discount, expanding access to equity ownership.
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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.
