Advisory Services Analyst - Remote

Optum; Eden Prairie (MN); Remote; USD 58,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare analytics organization is seeking a business analyst who will contribute to developing strategies and analyze complex data to support healthcare decisions. The role requires a relevant bachelor's degree and proficiency in analytical tools such as Excel and SQL. The position supports remote work from anywhere within the U.S., offering a competitive salary and an array of benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentives and recognition programs

401k contribution

Equity stock purchase

Qualifications

• Minimum 3.00 cumulative GPA.
• Intermediate proficiency with Excel, basic skills in MS Word and Access.
• Must possess SAS or SQL programming knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of innovative strategies and policies.
• Conduct analyses and prepare forecasts.
• Build analytical models and provide actionable recommendations.

Skills

Data Analysis

Forecasting

Statistical Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science, Computer Science, Finance, Economics or related technical field

Tools

Excel

SAS

SQL

Tableau

Job description

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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 inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities

This role involves contributing to the development of innovative strategies, policies, and procedures, while conducting and documenting moderately complex analyses and research. Responsibilities include preparing forecasts, analyzing trends, and building analytical models, tools, and databases to support data-driven decision-making. The position also entails compiling detailed reports and providing actionable recommendations to assist management. Additional duties may involve projecting expenses, estimating unpaid claim reserves, and generating various financial reports. Areas of focus may include, but are not limited to, healthcare economics, pricing, reserving, forecasting, data analytics, and consulting.

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

• Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science, Computer Science, Finance, Economics, or another related technical field from an accredited college / university
• Minimum 3.00 cumulative GPA
• Intermediate level of proficiency working with Microsoft Excel, including formulas, calculations, pivot tables, charts, graphs, etc.
• Basic level of proficiency with MS Word and MS Access
• Basic level of proficiency with SAS or SQL programming languages and/or Tableau
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Currently in final year of obtaining a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college / university or obtained degree within the last 24 months; degree must be obtained prior to start of employment
• Completion of 1 or more actuarial exams
• 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 $58,800 to $105,000 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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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