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, Monday - Friday. Employees are required to have flexibility to work any of our shift schedules during our normal business hours of 8:00 am - 5:00 pm EST. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime.
We offer 4 weeks of on-the-job training. The hours of training will be aligned with your schedule.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:
- Reviews, analyzes, and evaluates programs, activities, systems, reports, and processes to formulate guidance and recommend potential solutions leading to the implementation of process improvements that drive retrieval results
- Training, coaching and oversight of Vendor Specialists
- Assist Retrieval Partner Engagement Manager in process development and documentation
- Assist Retrieval Partner Engagement Manager with negotiating partner pricing and documentation of SOW's and NDAs
- Collaborate with internal team to ensure partner invoicing is current and accurate
- Conduct regular meetings with partners to review invoice payment progress and timely resolve retrieval roadblocks
- Engage with partners consistently to ensure expected retrieval results
- Prepare and maintain daily reporting on invoice payment progress
- Escalate process gaps to management
- Maintain a working knowledge of department policies, procedures, standards, and workflow
- May be assigned other duties
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
- 2+ years of experience in administration roles, in the healthcare OR technology industry
- Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, v-lookup, ability to create reports)
- Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office - Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook)
- Ability to review large data sets to identify outliers
- Ability to work any of our shift schedules during our normal business hours of 8:00 am - 5:00 pm EST from Monday - Friday, including the flexibility to work occasional overtime given the business need
Preferred Qualifications:
- 2+ years of supervisor experience, including training experience
- Finance background
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:
- Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service
- Ability to work independently and carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers
- Strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills
- Curious, inquisitive, detailed-oriented
- High level of ethics, integrity, discretion, and confidentiality
- Go-getter, self-starter, and passionate about process improvement
*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.
Skills Required
- High School Diploma / GED
- 18 years of age or older
- 2+ years of experience in administration roles in healthcare or technology industry
- Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, ability to create reports)
- Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Ability to review large data sets to identify outliers
- Ability to work any shift schedules during 8:00 am - 5:00 pm EST Monday - Friday and occasional overtime
- Ability to keep company sensitive documents secure when telecommuting
- Dedicated remote work area that provides information privacy
- Location able to receive UnitedHealth Group approved high-speed internet or existing high-speed service
- 2+ years of supervisor experience, including training experience
- Finance background
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.
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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Optum Offices
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.