Sr Consultant of Analytics Services - Remote

Optum Insight is improving the flow of health data and information to create a more connected system. We remove friction and drive alignment between care providers and payers, and ultimately consumers. Our deep expertise in the industry and innovative technology empower us to help organizations reduce costs while improving risk management, quality and revenue growth. Ready to help us deliver results that improve lives? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Optum combines leading-edge technology and health care innovation to improve lives by making health care data available safely, reliably, and when it is needed most. Focused on improving experiences and outcomes while reducing total cost of care, Optum delivers solutions across the health care spectrum.

OptumInsight connects the health care system through trusted analytics, services, and platforms that make clinical and administrative processes more efficient and effective. It provides analytics, research, consulting, technology, and managed services to hospitals, physicians, health plans, government agencies, life sciences companies, and internal partners including OptumHealth, OptumRx, and UnitedHealthcare.

We are seeking a service-oriented Sr Consultant of Analytics Services to provide implementation and operational support surrounding analytics within episodes and value-based care programs.

The ideal candidate brings solid business analysis skills, with the ability to interpret complex data, identify trends, and translate insights into actionable, strategic recommendations. This role is heavily focused on efficiency-documenting and organizing business and technical processes across multiple clients and leveraging generative AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot to automate reporting, workflows, and analysis. The candidate will identify inefficiencies, propose improved solutions, and help automate technical and business processes. Effective communication and collaboration skills are essential to share best practices and drive continuous improvement with a fresh perspective.]

You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. For all hires in the Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. area, you will be required to work in the office a minimum of four days per week.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Support analytics service delivery within Medicaid and Commercial domains by collaborating with clients to understand key performance indicators for value-based payment programs
• Assist in identifying and delivering business insights through reporting based on current operational results. Utilize predictive techniques and AI-driven tools to anticipate emerging trends and develop innovative reporting solutions
• Leverage generative AI tools to support process documentation, workflow optimization, and standardization, improving efficiency, consistency, and scalability across analytics engagements
• Convert complex concepts into clear dashboards and reports that can be easily understood by diverse audiences
• Work closely with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to analyze existing data sets, tools, and processes, and contribute to strategies for identifying and interpreting data trends
• Provide expertise in Business Intelligence practices across the analytics portfolio, supporting adoption of best practices in data quality, governance, and management
• Collaborate with analysts and developers to:
  • Develop technical solutions that transform business data models and products to support reporting and customer needs
  • Create analytic data sets that generate actionable business insights
  • Produce ad hoc reports based on BI-driven metrics, aggregations, and hierarchies
  • Deliver data-driven insights that inform strategic priorities and communication.
• Leverage generative AI applications to enhance daily tasks, including automating report generation, improving data visualization, and accelerating trend analysis for more efficient decision-making

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 analyzing business requirements and developing scenario based validation or testing artifacts that ensure end to end business processes function as intended
• 2+ years of experience with developing and delivering solutions using applications like Snowflake, Databricks, Microsoft Power Platform (Power BI/Power Apps), Azure Portal, or cloud-based data warehousing
• 2+ years with solving advanced analytical problems
• 1+ years of experience working with healthcare claims data and provider operational data
• 1+ years of experience with modern development methodologies and platforms e.g., DevOps, Agile, Cloud
• Demonstrated ability to effectively utilize advanced AI tools, such as Microsoft Copilot, to enhance productivity and decision-making. Must possess a deep understanding of generative AI capabilities, including prompt engineering, automation of routine tasks, and integration of AI-driven insights into business processes
• Proven ability to design, implement, and optimize operational processes and protocols, including developing standardized workflows, documentation, and compliance frameworks to ensure efficiency and quality across teams
• Proven solid organizational skills and a demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a highly functioning team of experts
• Solid ability to create clear, well-organized documentation, manage client needs, and collaborate effectively to share best practices and propose improved approaches with a fresh perspective
• Ability to understand the underlying architecture of solution and how it meets business goals
• Experience supporting management and monitoring of delivered software solutions
• Proven excellent data analysis skills and a demonstrated ability to assess patterns, trends, and behaviors within large data sets

Preferred Qualifications:

• Healthcare claims experience
• Reporting Application Experience in SSRS, Power BI, or Tableau experience
• Structured and Unstructured Query Language (MSSQL, Snowflake) experience
• Object Oriented Programing Language (Python, Scala) experience
• Experience with Data warehousing, ETL, and data integration understanding (SSIS)
• Demonstrated advanced technical aptitude (can learn new tech quickly)
• Experience deriving and building case-based testing from business requirements
• Demonstrated intermediate to advanced proficiency level of skill in Excel
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment
• Proven ability to take initiative and be innovative

*All employees working remotely 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 $91,700 to $163,700 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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.

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.