Associate Director, Risk Analytics – Hybrid in Phoenix, AZ

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.   

As an Associate Director – Risk Analytics, you will be part of the Optum Network Management team that services the Medicare Advantage patient populations across New Mexico and Arizona, with the goal of providing the best care for the Optum Network Patient and helping them live their healthiest lives. You will work with individual contracted practices, with a focus on resources, incentives, and technologies. If you are looking to work on meaningful projects that shape healthcare outcomes and want to grow in a collaborative data-driven environment – this is the place for you.

If you live near Phoenix, AZ, you will enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid-remote role as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Design and maintain scalable, efficient SQL pipelines for evolving business requests on the Risk Adjustment reports
• Focus on the new development of highly complex Risk Adjustment analytics reports (parameter driven, performance-optimized Tableau dashboards)
• Provide in-depth ad-hoc analysis that influences decision making
• Support the maintenance and make enhancements to high-visibility Risk Adjustment national report delivered in Tableau
• Manage the full development lifecycle, including testing, deployment, and impact analysis (fully independent)
• Supporting cross-functional collaboration across Leadership, HCE, Clinical Excellence, and CDO teams to translate complex requirements into actionable analytics
• Multitask, prioritize, adapt to change, work well under pressure in an entrepreneurial environment, meet deadlines, and manage a project from start to finish
• Develop full understanding of CMS guidelines and specifications as it relates to Medicare Advantage and Risk Adjustment
• Leverage and coordinate enterprise-wide capabilities to meet business-specific needs

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:

• High School Diploma/GED (or higher)
• 3+ years of professional experience in data analytics
• 3+ years of experience in advanced level Excel skills 
• 3+ years of experience implementing projects from start to finish

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Degree in quantitative field such as Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, Finance, Health Administration or related field
• Experience within the healthcare industry
• Great attention to details and accuracy
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with leaders across the organization and external customers

*All Telecommuters 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. 

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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