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 diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
Challenge can often be it’s own reward. But why settle for just being challenged when you can also be nurtured, mentored and supported in building an impact and fast paced career? With UnitedHealth Group you can have all of the above, everyday. Here’s your opportunity to combine expertise and compassion in new ways as you strike the balance between health care costs and resources. In this senior role, you’ll ensure that health care contracts are priced accurately and fairly for all involved. As you do, you’ll discover the impact you want and the resources, backing and opportunities that you’d expect from a Fortune 5 leader.
You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Support and validate provider network contracting and unit cost management
- Conduct financial and network pricing modeling, analysis and reporting
- Perform unit cost and contract valuation analysis in support of network contracting negotiations and unit cost management strategies
- Manage unit cost budgets, target setting, performance reporting and associated financial models
- Coach, provide feedback and guide others
- Changing Medicaid regulations means that unit cost forecasting will often be challenging and complex. You’ll also be expected to create pricing and fee schedules and conduct audits to ensure accuracy.
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.
Years of post-high school education can be substituted/is equivalent to years of experience
Required Qualifications:
- 3+ years of analytical experience in financial analysis, healthcare pricing, network management, healthcare economics or related discipline
- 2+ years of experience with provider payment methodologies and healthcare products
- 2+ years of experience with financial modeling
- Intermediate level of proficiency in MS Excel and Word
- Intermediate ability to interpret and review financial modeling results to evaluate the financial impact of contract changes and develop forecasts
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in MS Access
- Reporting experience with systems such as OLR, SAS or SQL
California, Colorado, Connecticut, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, or Washington Residents Only: The salary range for California, Colorado, Connecticut, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island or Washington residents is $56,300 to $110,400 per year. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. APPLY HERE