Remote Instructional Designer for Healthcare Training

Optum; Dallas (TX); Remote; USD 60,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Incentive programs

Equity stock purchase

401(k) contribution

Job summary

Optum is seeking a senior instructional designer to develop and deliver engaging training for Genoa Healthcare. This full-time, remote role covers ADDIE-based design, eLearning, vILT, and blended learning approaches for diverse learners.

You will collaborate with SMEs and stakeholders, create assessments and job aids, ensure accessibility, and measure impact with LMS analytics to drive performance improvements.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in an instructional design role.
• Expertise in virtual training design and delivery.
• Proficiency in eLearning tools (Articulate Storyline, Rise, Replay, Peek).
• Experience with LMS platforms and SCORM integration.
• Understanding of adult learning theory and instructional design models.
• Ability to work full-time, shift schedules during business hours 8:00 am–5:00 pm locale.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with SMEs, managers, trainers and stakeholders to identify goals and performance gaps.
• Design course structures using ADDIE or similar models.
• Develop eLearning, vILT, and hybrid learning solutions.
• Create assessments, job aids, facilitation guides, and multimedia content.
• Apply accessibility standards (ADA Section 508, WCAG) and integrate courses into LMS.
• Develop virtual training experiences using Zoom/Teams and other platforms.
• Conduct alpha/beta testing and revise content based on feedback.
• Measure impact using LMS analytics and learner data.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to align learning solutions with operations.

Skills

Instructional design

Virtual training

ADDIE

Articulate Storyline

Articulate Rise

LMS integration

SCORM

Adult learning theory

eLearning tools

Project collaboration

Education

High School Diploma / GED

ATD Instructional Design Certificate

CPTD

Certified Professional in Talent Development

ATD Articulate Storyline Certificate

Articulate Storyline OR Rise Certificate

Tools

Articulate Storyline

Rise

Replay

Peek

Job description

Optum is seeking a senior instructional designer to develop and deliver engaging training for Genoa Healthcare. This full-time, remote role covers ADDIE-based design, eLearning, vILT, and blended learning approaches for diverse learners.

You will collaborate with SMEs and stakeholders, create assessments and job aids, ensure accessibility, and measure impact with LMS analytics to drive performance improvements.