Associate Healthcare Economics Director - Remote

Company: UnitedHealth Group
Location: Cypress
Posted on: September 24, 2022

Job Description:

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:

• Develop, publish and maintain Financial, Operational and KPI Tableau dashboards to meet customers' requirements
• Identify and implement appropriate analytic approaches and methodologies
• Work closely with Data Operations team to ensure the data sources are accurate and analyzable
• Extract large amount of data using SQL
• Perform and document report validation
• Resolve any data or performance issues related to Tableau dashboards
• Find key areas of automation to make the processes more efficient
• Turning visualization prototypes and subject area data models into well engineered, enterprise-grade visualization solutions
• Operationalize reporting and create a flexible architecture that can support tremendous growth and changing KPIs
• 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 needsYou'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:
  • Graduate Degree in Economics, Statistics, Finance, Health Administration, Mathematics or related field
  • 7+ years of experience supporting reporting technologies with 5+ years on Tableau BI development
  • Exceptional critical thinking and analytical expertise: data visualization, data analysis, data manipulation, data extraction and reporting required
  • Exceptional SQL skills
  • Intermediate proficiency with SAS, and/or other statistical programsPreferred Qualifications:
    • 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 customersTo 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 $97,300 to $176,900. The salary range for Connecticut / Nevada residents is $97,300 to $176,900. 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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