CDI Director: Multi-Hospital Operations Leader

UnitedHealth Group; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 113,000 - 193,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Equity stock plan

401k contribution

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group's Optum unit seeks a Service Area Director, Clinical Documentation Integrity, to lead CDI across six hospitals in Arizona and Nevada. This client‑facing leadership role requires strong operational oversight, clinical expertise, and frequent on‑site engagement with executive and clinical leadership.

You will drive KPI performance, deliver CDI education, collaborate with physicians, finance, quality and case management, and ensure accurate, complete documentation that supports

Qualifications

• RN, MD/FMG required.
• 4+ years CDI experience in acute inpatient.
• 2+ years leadership experience.
• CCDS or CDIP certification.
• Willing to travel 30-40%.

Responsibilities

• Lead CDI operations across 6 hospitals AZ + NV.
• Drive program performance with KPIs and reporting.
• Partner with hospital executives and clinical leadership.
• Provide CDI education to providers and staff.
• Ensure staffing, workflows, and quality outcomes.
• Collaborate with finance, quality and case management.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Travel readiness

Communication

Education

RN

MD/FMG

CCDS or CDIP

Tools

Excel

Dashboards

Job description

UnitedHealth Group's Optum unit seeks a Service Area Director, Clinical Documentation Integrity, to lead CDI across six hospitals in Arizona and Nevada. This client‑facing leadership role requires strong operational oversight, clinical expertise, and frequent on‑site engagement with executive and clinical leadership.

You will drive KPI performance, deliver CDI education, collaborate with physicians, finance, quality and case management, and ensure accurate, complete documentation that supports