TPA Field Account Manager - Hybrid in MN

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Minnetonka, MN, USA
Hybrid
22-48 Hourly
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The Role
Field-based account manager owning the service experience for small to mid-size TPA customers. Acts as liaison between customers and operations, resolves escalations, conducts quarterly reviews and trainings (umr.com, InfoPort, myHCE), coordinates implementations and enrollments, supports wellness initiatives, and drives adoption of online tools to improve service.
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Requisition Number: 2373371
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 equitable. Ready to make a difference? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
UnitedHealthcare is a company that's on the rise. We're expanding in multiple directions, across borders and, most of all, in the way we think. Here, innovation isn't about another gadget, it's about transforming the health care industry. Ready to make a difference? Make yourself at home with us and start doing your life's best work.
The TPA Field Account Manager is the "field-based Service Owner" responsible for the customer's (Benefit Manager) total service experience with UMR. This includes serving as the key liaison between the customer and the Operations Service team, trending/monitoring of service issue resolution, and education for the customer and their employees. They will address any escalated issues sent to them, the SAE, or other field employees. They will work with the Operations team and their manager to coordinate resolution; this position will not handle first-level service issues as this is the responsibility of the Customer Specialist. The UMR Field Account Manager will meet with customers quarterly (or more often if requested) to review service-related statistics including ideas for improving or enhancing the customer's total service experience. In this position, a major role will be to conduct training/education with customers on UMR Online Services, InfoPort Reporting, and other web tools as appropriate. The UMR Field Account Manager will also be responsible for conducting open enrollment meetings or coordinating coverage with other offices or a vendor if they are not available. In addition, the role will be responsible for training customers on UMR's core wellness tools and resources, as well as communicating various administrative/service-related changes to the customer (i.e. network or pharmacy preferred drug changes). The TPA Field Account Manager will generally handle a mix of small to mid-size TPA customers.
If you live near MN , you will enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid-remote role as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities:
  • Maintain and provide customer information to the SAE on service trends, umr.com adoption, myHCE usage, wellness initiatives, and improvement opportunities, etc.
  • Conduct meetings with customers to identify issues/trends and analyze root causes to determine corrective action steps
  • Establish and maintain solid and appropriate relationships with customers to maintain persistency
  • Establish and maintain Broker/Consultant relationship as needed, but primarily with customer
  • Coordinate ordering of enrollment materials/directories for customers
  • Coordinate resolution of pre-implementation service and eligibility issues with Implementation department
  • Coordinate implementation activities
  • Conduct enrollment meetings and customer sponsored health fairs for assigned customers (and as needed for multi-site requests from other offices)
  • Demonstrate a high level of healthcare industry knowledge as well as the customer's specific industry
  • Perform other assignments and responsibilities as required by management
  • Customer service and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to navigate a complex organization to accomplish customer satisfaction
  • Ability to demonstrate superior presentation skills in both small and large group settings
  • Ability to interface with and influence internal business partners with excellent interpersonal skills
  • Own the service experience of customers at the field level by working with the Operations Service Team and other matrix partners as required to ensure issues are resolved promptly and accurately meeting the customer's expectations
  • Develop and maintain solid relationship with internal partners in Operations Service Team to manage customer service experience
  • Fully accountable for supporting the SAE in facilitating resolution of all elevated customer service requests by working with the Operations Service Team and conducting customer consultations as required
  • Facilitate customer meetings with the Operational Service Team regularly to assess trends and keep abreast of any escalating issues and service trends
  • Train customers on umr.com and InfoPort Reporting. Expand customer expertise and reliance on online web tools to drive usage and adoption

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear directions 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
  • Insurance license as required by law OR the ability to obtain within 60 days upon hire
  • 2+ years of experience which demonstrates the ability to work with others, i.e. employers, consumers, consultants, brokers, etc.
  • Intermediate level of proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel
  • Ability to travel at least 25%
  • Access to reliable transportation and valid US driver's license

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree
  • 3+ years of health care industry experience
  • Experience working with service or operations

*All Telecommuters 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 $22 - $48 per hour based on full-time employment. This role is also eligible to receive bonuses based on sales performance. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
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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Skills Required

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Insurance license as required by law or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire
  • 2+ years experience working with employers, consumers, consultants, brokers, or similar stakeholders
  • Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel
  • Ability to travel at least 25%
  • Access to reliable transportation and valid US driver's license
  • Customer service and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to navigate a complex organization to accomplish customer satisfaction
  • Superior presentation skills for small and large group settings

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Optum Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Equity Value & Accessibility Financial benefits include an Employee Stock Purchase Plan at a 10% discount, expanding access to equity ownership.

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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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