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Positions in this function works on a wide range of activities related to department including developing tools for strategic planning and analysis and development of action plans and project plans. Assists the executive with business process and policy development of programs and productivity initiatives. Develops and analyzes monthly reports and a variety of ad hoc reports to support key departmental and corporate initiatives. Works with senior managers within the division as well as other departments to document, drive or improve processes. Represents the executive at meetings when directed; supports the executive by providing extensive professional assistance, project management, analysis and recommendations on issues and perform highly responsible management work covering a broad range of activities.

You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assists in the development of tools to track organizational objectives and short and long-range project or program goals
• Independently manages a project and maintains a performance management process which includes: performance planning and results for assigned project and programs; advising, supporting and ensuring performance requirements, goals, measures, and assessment activities are established, met, tracked, and reported
• Prepares draft agendas for meetings for review with executive. Prepares appropriate backup materials and arranges for presence of appropriate directors and vice presidents. Participates in meetings, takes minutes and provides advice and follow-up correspondence
• Prepares reports, presentations, verbal/written correspondences, policies, communications, procedures and other required documentation on behalf of the executive
• Performs moderately complex business analysis and conducts research, analyzes/interprets information on issues, proposals and problems to ensure that adequate data is provided to executive for decision-making and informational purposes
• Prepares budgets, conducts expense analysis, and communicates with executive staff on matters pertaining to budget and resources
• Takes projects from concept through full implementation and control
• Analyzes processes and presents findings to functional leads to develop or improve processes, products, services and/or programs to support the overarching goals of the enterprise
• Conducts focus groups, process observation, and time and motion studies as necessary
• Works closely with IT and business partners to identify and maximize opportunities to use information and technology to improve product, service and/or business processes
• Able to serve as a liaison between business and IT to document business and / or technical requirements
• May act as a resource for others
• Performs all other related duties as assigned
  

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 or GED
• 3+ years of progressive responsibility with successful professional assistance, project management or process improvement initiatives
• Experience in mobilizing teams and maintaining motivation to accomplish goals under stringent timelines
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications to include Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint and Outlook and working knowledge of Share Point
• Proven ability to solve moderately complex problems independently
• Proven ability to plan, prioritize, organize and complete complex work efforts to meet established objectives
• Proven ability to successfully develop a project plan or action plans and execute the plan through implementation
• Proven ability to collaborate and coordinate work with other team members
• Proven ability to interact one-on-one and consult with all levels of executive management
• 10% travel - Willing to travel for work-related purposes as deemed necessary
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration or a related field
• Project Management experience
• Experience with process mapping methodology and creating process maps
• Health plan, healthcare or clinic operations experience
• HEDIS/STARS experience
  

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OptumCare is committed to creating an environment where physicians focus on what they do best: care for their patients. To do so, OptumCare provides administrative and business support services to both owned and affiliated medical practices which are part of OptumCare. Each medical practice part and their physician employees have complete authority with regards to all medical decision-making and patient care. OptumCare’s support services do not interfere with or control the practice of medicine by the medical practices or any of their physicians.

California, Colorado, Connecticut, Nevada, New York, Rhode Island, or Washington Residents Only: The hourly range for California, Colorado, Connecticut, Nevada, New York, Rhode Island or Washington residents is $22.45 to $43.89. 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.

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy

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.




Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.