Sr Director Capability - MN Market or Remote

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Hiring Remotely in Minnetonka, MN, USA
In-Office or Remote
159K-273K Annually
Senior level
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The Role
Leads CAHPS and HOS strategy and performance improvement across member experience, provider engagement, quality outcomes, and Medicare Stars results. Oversees outreach, operational initiatives, analytics, vendor performance, budgeting, and cross-functional programs while managing a team of 4–8 employees. Serves as a subject matter expert and executive partner across a complex healthcare organization.
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Requisition Number: 2370126
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.
The Senior Director of CAHPS / HOS Strategy & Performance serves as the strategic lead and business owner for assigned CAHPS and HOS measures, driving performance through member and provider initiatives. This role is responsible for developing and overseeing execution of experience strategies designed to improve CAHPS, HOS, and related quality outcomes through provider engagement, member outreach, operational improvement, analytics, and cross-functional collaboration.
The Senior Director partners closely with national and regional leaders, provider-facing teams, quality teams, analytics partners, cross-functional partners, and leadership to identify opportunities, prioritize investments, and accelerate performance. This leader will oversee a team of 4-8 employees and provide leadership across a complex, matrixed environment to achieve organizational quality, experience, and Stars goals.
You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. 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:
  • Lead the development and execution of CAHPS/HOS strategies, performance roadmaps, and measure-level priorities to improve member experience, quality outcomes, provider performance, and Medicare Stars results
  • Serve as a subject matter expert in CAHPS, HOS, member/patient experience, provider engagement, and performance improvement methodologies
  • Develop and oversee member engagement and outreach strategies across multiple channels to improve experience, health outcomes, and survey performance
  • Identify and implement operational improvement opportunities that drive measurable quality and experience outcomes
  • Build and maintain solid partnerships with internal stakeholders, cross-functional teams, providers and vendors, to ensure strategic alignment, effective decision-making, and execution readiness
  • Lead cross-functional teams in the design and implementation of strategic programs, operational initiatives, and technology-enabled solutions
  • Establish and monitor key performance indicators, leveraging analytics and insights to drive performance improvement and accountability
  • Oversee business planning, budget management, resource allocation, and vendor performance for assigned measures, programs, and initiatives
  • Recruit, develop, and lead a high-performing team that fosters accountability, collaboration, consumer-first thinking, and continuous improvement
  • Represent the organization in executive forums and key stakeholder engagements while assuming responsibility for assigned measures, programs, strategic initiatives, and evolving business priorities

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:
  • 7+ years of experience in healthcare quality, Stars, member/customer experience, provider engagement, healthcare operations, or related fields
  • 5+ years of leadership experience leading teams and/or complex cross-functional initiatives
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and reporting, analytics, and business intelligence tools
  • Proven ability to develop and execute strategies that drive measurable business, quality, and customer experience outcomes
  • Proven consumer-first mindset and growth orientation, with a passion for improving member experience, challenging the status quo, and driving continuous improvement
  • Proven solid strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with a track record of identifying operational efficiencies and maximizing impact with limited resources
  • Proven solid analytical skills, including the ability to interpret data, generate insights, and translate findings into actionable recommendations and executive-level communications
  • Proven solid executive communication, stakeholder management, and influence skills within complex, matrixed organizations

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with Medicare Stars, CAHPS, HOS, or quality improvement programs
  • Experience leveraging Voice of the Customer feedback, member insights, and experience data to identify pain points and drive meaningful improvements
  • Knowledge of Medicare Advantage, managed care, provider networks, and value-based care
  • Solid understanding of consumer behavior and the ability to shape perceptions, influence behaviors, and drive engagement

*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 $159,300 - $273,200 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.

Skills Required

  • 7+ years of experience in healthcare quality, Stars, member or customer experience, provider engagement, healthcare operations, or related fields
  • 5+ years of leadership experience leading teams and/or complex cross-functional initiatives
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and reporting, analytics, and business intelligence tools
  • Ability to develop and execute strategies producing measurable business, quality, and customer experience outcomes
  • Consumer-first mindset and growth orientation with a passion for improving member experience and continuous improvement
  • Strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with experience identifying operational efficiencies and maximizing impact
  • Analytical skills, including interpreting data, generating insights, and translating findings into actionable recommendations and executive communications
  • Executive communication, stakeholder management, and influence skills within complex, matrixed organizations
  • Experience with Medicare Stars, CAHPS, HOS, or quality improvement programs
  • Experience using Voice of the Customer feedback, member insights, and experience data to drive improvements
  • Knowledge of Medicare Advantage, managed care, provider networks, and value-based care
  • Understanding of consumer behavior and ability to shape perceptions, influence behaviors, and drive engagement

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Optum Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave (six weeks), paid caregiver leave (up to two weeks), Bright Horizons back-up care, and adoption assistance up to $10,000 are prominently included. Feedback suggests these family supports meaningfully aid work-life balance and are often highlighted as strengths.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) with company match is available to all employees, including part-time staff, alongside other financial protections like disability and life insurance. Feedback suggests broad access and matching make retirement support a core pillar of the package.
  • Equity Value & Accessibility An Employee Stock Purchase Plan offers discounted company stock, with some roles also eligible for sign-on or performance bonuses. Feedback suggests the ESPP is a standout financial perk that helps employees build ownership over time.

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The Company
HQ: Eden Prairie, MN
160,000 Employees
Year Founded: 2011

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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