*Revenue Cycle Management Senior Analyst / Manager - Remote in Eastern Time Zone

Company: UnitedHealth Group
Location: Hartford
Posted on: January 23, 2023

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's improving the lives of millions. Here, innovation isn't about another gadget, it's about making health care data available wherever and whenever people need it, safely and reliably. There's no room for error. Join us and start doingyour life's best work.(sm) Revenue CycleSenior Analysts / Managers serve as industry experts while they implement best practices in Optum Insight client/partner locations.Senior Analysts / Managers combine their leadership, experience and understanding of Optum Insight solutions to bring world class results in Revenue Cycle Projects and end-to-end partnerships. Revenue Cycle Senior Analysts/ Managers will effectively communicate and build relationships with client management to assess their needs, and design and implement solutions based on Optum Insight's methodology that meet or exceed specified engagement results. You will have demonstrated experience and political savvy working with client executives to maintain the appropriate level of client support and momentum throughout the relationship. Typical projects include, but are not limited to

• Revenue cycle assessments
• Revenue cycle process improvement
• Alignment and implementation of client/partner processes and Optum Insight technology
• Revenue cycle improvement / redesign
• Reimbursement and managed care
• Interim management (as applicable) If you are located in the Eastern time zone, you will have the flexibility to work remotely* as you take on some tough challenges. Primary Responsibilities:
  • Provide revenue cycle management services to client/partners in all areas of revenue cycle which includes:
    • Patient access (scheduling, preregistration, insurance verification/financial counseling)
    • Registration/Admission (ED, inpatient, outpatient, ambulatory)
    • Health Information Management (transcription, coding, clinical documentation improvement)
    • Patient financial services (charge capture, pre-billing, billing, follow-up, cash posting, account resolution)
    • Decision support and analytics
    • Presentation development and
    • Productivity and quality management
    • Identify client/partner accomplishments barriers in achieving operational excellence
    • Understand client/partner business metrics and results
    • Evaluate and analyze client/partner data to understand trends in all areas of the operation
    • Develop options and recommendations for client/partner improvement
    • Understand and represent Optum Insight technology and services and how they will improve client/partner operations
    • Collaborate with client/partner revenue cycle team and other departments in order to facilitate resolution of process issues and implement world-class solutions
    • Communicate effectively (written and verbal) and appropriately influence various audiences and levels of client management including risks and recommendations to project management
    • Plan, organize and prioritize project activities using work plans and other project management tools
    • Provide informed feedback to Optum Insight and client/partner executives including assessments of processes, standards, suggestions and improvements
    • Assist in the sales process as requested
    • Develop work plans, project tasks and manage projects in accordance with budget
    • Provide interim staffing services as required
    • Must meet minimum performance standards
    • Willingness to learn new skills and desire to advance upward in the consulting organization
    • Accountable for all decisions, actions, and directives with respect to job responsibilities.
    • Provide feedback to management concerning possible problems or areas of improvement
    • Perform other duties as assigned by management 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:
      • Bachelor's Degree or relevant experience
      • 3+ years of experience in the Healthcare revenue cycle
      • Epic/Cerner Experience
      • Ability to travel up 50% based on the business needs and permissible travel conditions
      • Reside in: Dallas, TX, Nashville, TN, Houston, TX, Tampa, FL, Minnetonka, MN, or St. Louis, MO
      • Full COVID-19 vaccination is an essential job function of this role. Candidates located in states that mandate COVID-19 booster doses must also comply with those state requirements. UnitedHealth Group will adhere to all federal, state and local regulations as well as all client requirements and will obtain necessary proof of vaccination, and boosters when applicable, prior to employment to ensure compliance. Candidates must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation Preferred Qualifications:
        • Expert in Outlook and PowerPoint To 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 doyour life's best work.(sm) *All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy. Colorado, Connecticut, New York or Nevada Residents Only:The salary range for Colorado residents is $82,100 to $146,900. The salary range for Connecticut/Nevada/New York residents is $90,500 to $161,600. 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. 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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