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 diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The Business Analyst Consultant will guide the development of the Case and Disease Management and/or Utilization Management side of our clinical platform, Curo. This resource will partner with Business Operations, new and existing markets, and technology leads to design and document requirements to ensure Curo is being developed in a way that meets the national objectives and market needs. Primary focus will be day to day on the activities needed to groom, prioritize, test, and deliver high quality functionality to all Curo markets.

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

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement effective/strategic business solutions through research and analysis of data and business processes

• Support short- and long-term operational/strategic business activities through analysis

• Develop the prioritization and refinement of product requirements and translation of specifications from the clinical and operations team in partnership with all vendors

• Provide expertise, and/or assistance to internal and/or external partners to ensure programs and strategies are implemented and maintained effectively through technology

• Guide product design and requirements gathering sessions in coordination with business and care delivery organization partners

• Develop UAT test plans, as well as document release notes and communicate product updates to all stakeholders

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:

• 3+ years of consulting level technology product development and portfolio management experience

• 3+ years or more Heath Care industry experience

• 3+ years of Utilization Management experience

• Travel required less than 10%

Preferred Qualifications:

• Licensed nurse or previous licensed experience

• Managed Care experience

• Case Management experience

• Experience working with EMRs (electronic medical records), Utilization Management and Case Management solutions

Soft Skills:

• Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Demonstrated excellent customer service orientation

• Proven team player and team building skills

• Proven ability/flexibility to assume responsibilities and tasks in a constantly changing work environment

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

California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, or Washington Residents Only: The salary range for this role is $88,000 to $173,200 annually. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. 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.

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.

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.