Job Location: Overland Park, KS
Combine two of the fastest-growing fields on the planet with a culture of performance, collaboration and opportunity and this is what you get. Leading edge technology in an industry that is improving the lives of millions. Here, innovation is not about another gadget; it is about making health care data available wherever and whenever people need it, safely and reliably. There is no room for error. If you are looking for a better place to use your passion and your desire to drive change, this is the place to be. It’s an opportunity to do your life’s best work.(sm)
You’ll enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities:
The Data Analyst will be responsible for supporting the Director of clinical Quality and the Network Performance Team Stakeholders in the following way:
- Assist with overall development and execution of Local Market quality based best practices, programs, and data driven solutions that align to the needs of the Quality Director and the Quality Operations Team
- Perform complex data analysis to support overall process and quality outcome improvement outcomes with a focus on STARS/HEDIS/CAHPS and HOS
- Develop and update various types of report documentation, such as data specifications, data dictionaries, standard operating procedures, data flows, program inventories, etc.
- Develop data to ensure timely delivery of quality bases projects and goals as identified by the Quality Director
- Identify data improvement opportunities and develop associated action plans
- Responsible for management and manipulation of data with a focus on building reporting tools and assuring quality data
- Develop data solutions to support and perform analysis and interpret results including actionable insights for quality improvement
- Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate core data sources in support of department and team business goals and objectives
- Support the Business Analysts to implement and evaluate programs and projects, coordinate business goals and objectives, collaborate with project team members, develop measurable project goals and objectives, and monitor progress to completion
- Collaborate with Business Analysts to identify and recommend new or modified reporting for the Quality Director and CDO market’s consideration
- Support the Business Analysts in the development of all reports needed for internal quality team members and Local CDO Market
- Attend project and team meetings to review deliverables and deadlines
- Coordinate and facilitate meetings with Quality Directors and Team Managers
- Tailor internal and external communications with audience and purpose in mind
- Ensure successful team meeting outcomes through the preparation of meeting objectives, agendas, ensuring necessary supporting material is available, documentation of the meeting discussion and follow-up of action items
- Perform 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:
- Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Health Care Administration, Business Administration, Public Health, or a related field (4+ years of comparable work experience beyond the required years of experience may be substituted in lieu of a Bachelor’s Degree)
- 3+ years of decision support, data analysis, or healthcare operations experience
- 2+ years of managed care, Care Delivery organization, or quality experience
- Intermediate/advanced level proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUPS, pivot tables, formulas, etc.)
- Proficiency in Word, Visio, Outlook, PowerPoint, and SharePoint
- Intermediate level proficiency SQL
Preferred Qualifications:
- 1+ years of HEDIS, CAHPS/HOS, or similar performance measure experience
- Medicare Stars experience, or similar performance guarantee management or quality rating system experience
- Experience working in a matrixed work environment
- Experience working remotely
- Ability to interact one-on-one and consult with all levels of leadership
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Possession of solid analytical/statistical skills used in evaluating and analyzing data
Physical & Mental Requirements:
- Ability to lift to 25 pounds
- Ability to sit for extended periods of time
- Ability to use fine motor skills to operate office equipment and/or machinery
- Ability to receive and comprehend instructions verbally and/or in writing
- Ability to use logical reasoning for simple and complex problem-solve
UnitedHealth Group is working to create the health care system of tomorrow.
Already Fortune 5, we are totally focused on innovation and change. We work a little harder. We aim a little higher. We expect more from ourselves and each other. And at the end of the day, we’re doing a lot of good.
Through our family of businesses and a lot of inspired individuals, we’re building a high-performance health care system that works better for more people in more ways than ever. Now we’re looking to reinforce our team with people who are decisive, brilliant – and built for speed.
Come to UnitedHealth Group, and share your ideas and your passion for doing more. We have roles that will fit your skills and knowledge. We have diverse opportunities that will fit your dreams.
To protect the health and safety of our workforce, patients and communities we serve, UnitedHealth Group and its affiliate companies require all employees to disclose COVID-19 vaccination status prior to beginning employment. In addition, some roles and locations require full COVID-19 vaccination, including boosters, as an essential job function. UnitedHealth Group adheres to all federal, state and local COVID-19 vaccination regulations as well as all client COVID-19 vaccination requirements and will obtain the necessary information from candidates prior to employment to ensure compliance. Candidates must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Failure to meet the vaccination requirement may result in rescission of an employment offer or termination of employment
Careers with Optum. Here’s the idea. We built an entire organization around one giant objective; make health care work better for everyone. So 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 serve. Optum, 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 potential. For you, that means working on high performance teams against sophisticated challenges that matter. Optum, incredible ideas in one incredible company and a singular opportunity to do your life’s best work.(sm)
Colorado, Connecticut or Nevada Residents Only: The salary range for Colorado residents is $54,400 to $97,000. The salary range for Connecticut / Nevada residents is $60,000 to $106,700. 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 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 workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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