Healthcare Economics Analyst - Telecommute

Company: UnitedHealth Group
Location: Minnetonka
Posted on: May 11, 2022

Job Description:

UnitedHealth Group is a company that's on the rise. We're expanding in multiple directions, across borders and, most of all, in the way we think. Here, innovation isn't about another gadget, it's about transforming the health care industry. Ready to make a difference? Make yourself at home with us and start doing your life's best work.(sm)Primary Responsibilities:

• Support analysis and evaluation of existing clinical programs and new clinical pilots to assist senior leadership in decision making
• Understand and interpret key drivers of health care trends (i.e. medical cost trends, utilization, etc.), clinical program performance, and potential opportunities for medical cost reduction or program improvement
• Help to analyze forecasts and trends in a meaningful and easy to understand manner to influence and provide guidance on data driven strategic decisions
• Build strong relationships within the organization including finance, network pricing, product, actuarial/underwriting, clinical, and operationsYou'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:
  • Undergraduate degree in Mathematics, Finance, Healthcare Research, or related degree
  • Analytical experience in a healthcare industry, financial analysis, or related discipline
  • Microsoft Excel skills including working with formulas, calculations, charts, graphs in MS Excel
  • Experience with SAS, SQL and/or other coding/statistical programs
  • Full COVID-19 vaccination is an essential requirement of this role. UnitedHealth Group will adhere to all federal, state and local regulations as well as all client requirements and will obtain necessary proof of vaccination prior to employment to ensure complianceTo protect the health and safety of our workforce, patients and communities we serve, UnitedHealth Group and its affiliate companies now require all employees to disclose COVID-19 vaccination status prior to beginning employment. In addition, some roles require full COVID-19 vaccination 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 at UnitedHealthcare Medicare & Retirement. The Boomer generation is the fastest growing market segment in health care. And we are the largest business in the nation dedicated to serving their unique health and well-being needs. Up for the challenge of a lifetime? Join a team of the best and the brightest to find bold new ways to proactively improve the health and quality of life of these 9 million customers. You'll find a wealth of dynamic opportunities to grow and develop as we work together to heal and strengthen our health care system. Ready? It's time to do your life's best work.(sm)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. - - -Job Keywords: Senior Healthcare Economics Consultant, Minnetonka, MN, Minnesota

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