Associate Business Analyst - Remote in FL, NC, PA, GA and VA

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.

Healthcare isn't just changing. It's growing more complex every day. ICD - 10 Coding replaces ICD - 9. Affordable Care adds new challenges and financial constraints. Where does it all lead? Hospitals and Healthcare organizations continue to adapt, and we are vital part of their evolution. And that's what fueled these exciting new opportunities.

Who are we? Optum360. We're a dynamic new partnership formed by Quest and Optum to combine our unique expertise. As part of the growing family of UnitedHealth Group, we'll leverage our compassion, our talent, our resources and experience to bring financial clarity and a full suite of Revenue Management services to Healthcare Providers, nationwide.

The Associate Business Analyst will perform review and analysis of data, processes or workflow as requested by Billing Management. Collaborates with other departments and team members to find resolution for billing issues of any type. Communicates well, able to explain research and findings to management. May be utilized as a training resource within the department or to external customers.

Training will be conducted virtually from your home.

If you are located in Tampa, FL, Greensboro, NC, Newtown Square, PA, Atlanta, GA, or Roanoke, VA, area you will have the flexibility to work remotely* as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Schedule and ad hoc auditing of various systems and databases
• Process review, data analysis and measurement
• Preparation of reports as needed by management
• Identification and communication of billing and reimbursement issues to management
• Prepares and coordinates presentations, trainings, etc; used as an educational resource
• Implementation of new technologies and processes (includes testing and follow up)
• May involve some interfacing with clients, managed care customers, IT resources and others when needed
• Assignment of special projects as needed

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 experience in billing, insurance and third-party receivables or clinical laboratory healthcare industry and / or database experience
• Experience using Microsoft Word (creating and editing documents), Microsoft Outlook (email and calendar), Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas (vlookup, xlookup, match, etc..), and Microsoft Access (pulling database data and queries)
• Must reside in Tampa, FL, Greensboro, NC, Newtown Square, PA, Atlanta, GA, or Roanoke, VA

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in billing, insurance and third-party receivables or clinical laboratory healthcare industry and / or database experience
• Experience with SQL (manipulating data and queries)
• Experience with QBS billing systems or other enterprise billing systems
• Knowledgeable about billing practices and process management concepts - this may include knowledge of Test pricing and CPT coding or reimbursement processes, 3rd party provider enrollments, claims submissions, EDI and HIPAA transactions and/or accounts receivables

Telecommuting Requirements:

• Must reside in Tampa, FL Greensboro, NC, Newtown Square, PA, Atlanta, GA, or Roanoke, VA
• Required to have a dedicated work area established that is separated from other living areas and provides information privacy
• Ability to keep all company sensitive documents secure (if applicable)
• Must live in a location that can receive a UnitedHealth Group approved high-speed internet connection or leverage an existing high-speed internet service

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

The hourly range for this role is $23.70 to $46.35 per hour based on full-time employment. 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.

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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