Optimal Practice, SR Manager

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 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.

Optum Insight seeks a skilled and innovative Optimal Practice, Sr Manager to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have experience/knowledge of various RCM roles and a passion for developing scalable and efficient process improvement initiatives. This is a full-time remote position supporting East Region physician groups. We offer a collaborative and inclusive work environment with opportunities for growth and advancement.

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

Primary Responsibilities:
The primary responsibilities of the Optimal Practice Sr Manager include:

• Lead functional team and projects
• Sought out as expert
• Serves as a leader/ mentor
• Anticipates customer needs and proactively develops solutions to meet them
• Identify automation opportunities
• Serves as a key resource on complex and/or critical issues
• Performs complex conceptual analyses
• Reviews work performed by others and provides recommendations for improvement
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement process improvement initiatives to mitigate future denials and improve overall performance
• Forecasts and plans resource requirements
• Staying up to date with the latest industry trends and technologies

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:

• 5+ years in RCM
• Proven experience as an RCM leader or supportive similar role
• Solid client facing experience
• Solid knowledge of RCM front, middle and back areas
• Must have proficiency using a PC in a Windows environment, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Electronic Medical Records

Preferred Qualifications:

• Solid time management and organizational skills, ability to handle concurrent and complex projects
• Self starter, able to work independently without supervision
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills

• Solid communication and teamwork skills

*All employees working remotely 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 salary for this role will range from $89,900 to $160,600 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

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.