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.
You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities:
Manages professional staff and supervisors; may oversee other supervisors’ teams
Sets team direction, resolves issues, and guides team members
Adapt departmental plans to address operational needs and challenges
Contributes to forecasting, planning, and process decisions impacting multiple groups
Prioritize tasks and coordinates work across teams to ensure objectives are met
Develop short-term plans and drives change initiatives
Organizes, assesses, and trains team members for maximum productivity on new platforms
Identifies and addresses operational problems using defined processes and judgment
Make decisions aligned with policies, procedures, and business plans
Experience modifying departmental plans to align with changing business needs
Ability to make decisions affecting multiple teams or customer groups
Experience with performance management, conflict resolution, and team development
Ability to manage remote staff or teams
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 of experience in clinical operations, healthcare management, or a related area
2+ years of experience in a leadership or supervisory position
Experience leading and managing professional clinical staff and/or supervisors
Knowledge of healthcare operations, clinical workflows, and regulatory compliance
Strategic planning and forecasting skills, with experience in resource allocation
Proficiency with healthcare management systems and electronic health records (EHR)
Ability to analyze data and apply findings to improve clinical performance and outcomes
Experience working with cross-functional teams to enhance operational effectiveness
Preferred Qualifications:
Nursing License
Clinical background
Communication and interpersonal skills for interactions with internal and external stakeholders
*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.
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