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Job type full-time
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No industry is moving faster than health careAnd no organization is better positioned to lead health care forwardWe need attention to every detail with an eye for the points no one has consideredThe rewards for performance are significantYou`ll help improve the health of millionsAnd you`ll do your life`s best work.(sm)
Our analytics tools offer user-friendly, web-based solutions to help hospitals make educated, timely decisions in important areas such as physician alignment, revenue cycle, population health, and clinical operationsWe pair our technology with dedicated implementation support and collaborative cohort networking—all grounded in best practice researchThe results: more than 60% of u.sInpatient admissions flow through our technology platforms, which log more than 1.6 million user sessions annually.
The strategic solutions advisor partners with client organizations and ensures their clients generate significant value from their partnership with optumAfter the strategic solutions advisor defines the specific needs and goals of each of their clients, they will work to customize the toolset and to transform hospital data into easy-to-use dashboards, reports and ad-hoc analyses.
Our analytic solutions paired with analytic support help health systems thrive under value-based payment by focusing on three constituencies critical to hospital performance: revenue cycle management, reducing care variation, and hospital growth strategy.
This opportunity is based ideally in washington, d.c., or telecommute considered.
You’ll enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the u.sAs you take on some tough challenges.
Primary responsibilities:
Drive value through analytics
Analyze institutions’ operational, clinical, and/or financial performance
Diagnose issues, identify root causes, and drive change management initiatives
Master the functionality of the performance technology software and develop deep expertise in product and terrain
Client service
Provide on-site and off-site assessments and consulting services for a portfolio of clients
Present to senior level clients and foster relationships with client executive teams
Maintain and share business and technical expertise with clients and internal stakeholders, keeping clients’ interest top of mind
Train clients on the use of performance technology software, ensuring clear impact and demonstrable returns for clients
Project management
Proactively identify potential issues that will impede success and recommend corrective action plans
Partner with client management team to help drive renewals of membership programs
Set and execute against project milestones, delivering high quality results based on the needs of each project
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:
Bachelor’s degree
2+ years of professional/corporate work experience
2+ years of healthcare client management or healthcare consulting experience
2+ years of project management experience
2+ years of analytical reasoning or quantitative analysis experience
1+ year experience facilitating and leading large audience presentations
Strong proficiency with excel spreadsheets (must have experience with filtering, pivot tables, vlookup, formulas)
Willingness to travel 25-50% domestically (when travel resumes, varies by product)
Preferred qualifications:
Master’s degree
Experience performing analytical reasoning and solution-focused problem solving
Experience presenting to senior executive level audience
Experience prioritizing across multiple projects and relationships
Experience managing projects independently
Experience working in health informatics
Hospital administration experience (e.gFellowships, residencies, fulltime employment)
Experience using saas or workflow products
Experience guiding clients to be self-sufficient in the technology, through client training, onboarding, or coaching
Experience with solution-focused problem solving and thinking through problems creatively
Experience with a fast-paced work environment and working autonomously
Experience working in an environment of ambiguity and a desire to innovate
Careers with optumHere`s the ideaWe built an entire organization around one giant objective; make health care work better for everyoneSo when it comes to how we use the world`s large accumulation of health-related information, or guide health and lifestyle choices or manage pharmacy benefits for millions, our first goal is to leap beyond the status quo and uncover new ways to serveOptum, part of the unitedhealth group family of businesses, brings together some of the greatest minds and most advanced ideas on where health care has to go in order to reach its fullest potentialFor you, that means working on high performance teams against sophisticated challenges that matterOptum, incredible ideas in one incredible company and a singular opportunity to do your life`s best work.(sm)
Colorado residents only: the salary range for colorado residents is $64,800 to $116,000Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etcAs of the date of this posting, in addition to your salary, uhg offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: health, dental, and vision plans; wellness program; flexible spending accounts; paid parking or public transportation costs; 401(k) retirement plan; employee stock purchase plan; life insurance, short-term disability insurance, and long-term disability insurance; business travel accident insurance; employee assistance program; pto; and employee-paid critical illness and accident insurance.
*all telecommuters will be required to adhere to unitedhealth group’s telecommuter policy
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 workplaceCandidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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