Remote Implementation Project Manager - Healthcare PBM

UnitedHealth Group; Eden Prairie (MN); Hybrid; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group, through OptumRx, seeks an Implementation Project Manager to coordinate client implementations from initiation to go-live. The role supports strategic PBM initiatives with a clearly defined project management approach while enabling flexible remote work within the U.S.

In Minneapolis or Washington, DC areas, a four-day in-office commitment is required. Travel up to 25% is possible, and strong communication and collaboration skills are essential to manage multi-client projects

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in the PBM, health care, or pharmacy industry.
• 2+ Implementation or large healthcare project management experience.
• Strong ability to influence, collaborate, and negotiate win-win solutions.

Responsibilities

• Primary contact for new or existing client projects of varying size and complexity.
• Develop and maintain the project plan through the implementation phase.
• Lead and facilitate all project meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
• Obtain and secure client approvals prior to the project go-live date.
• Identify and document scope changes and provide ongoing project status updates.
• Escalate issues promptly and participate in lessons learned after completion.
• Attend finalist presentations to support Sales and participate in additional duties as assigned.

Skills

PBM knowledge

Healthcare project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Negotiation

Multitasking

Problem solving

Travel readiness

Job description

UnitedHealth Group, through OptumRx, seeks an Implementation Project Manager to coordinate client implementations from initiation to go-live. The role supports strategic PBM initiatives with a clearly defined project management approach while enabling flexible remote work within the U.S.

In Minneapolis or Washington, DC areas, a four-day in-office commitment is required. Travel up to 25% is possible, and strong communication and collaboration skills are essential to manage multi-client projects