Sr. Director Advisory Services - Remote

Company: UnitedHealth Group
Location: Missouri City
Posted on: March 18, 2023

Job Description:

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. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as we help advance health equity on a global scale. Here, you will find talented peers, comprehensive benefits, a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, career growth opportunities and your life's best work.(sm) The Director, Optum Advisory Services Clinical Practice is responsible for leading a team of professionals in both remote and onsite client work and serving as the coordination point across all functional teams including business operations, technology, human capital, legal, innovation and transformation teams. All leaders on the team are expected to be hands-on with project design, deliverable creation and implementation support for customers. The role of the Optum Advisory Services Clinical Practice team is to complete assessments and implementation to identify financial and operational opportunities at potential and established clients. There are also several projects associated with continuous improvement of our valuation methodology, product innovation needs and clinical transformation redesign methodologies based on process improvement and technology integration. You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. Primary Responsibilities: Assesses, designs and implements strategic client goals related to Clinical Variation programs targeted to promote the growth and enhancement of existing structures working in partnership with the organization's executive and physician leadership Performance of frontline managers and staff throughout assessment and implementation Leads and participates in qualitative and quantitative assessment, project plan development, develop key develiverables for identified opportunities with key internal and external stakeholders Creates a trusted partner relationship with client executives and is seen as a partner in the successful design and implementation of the transformation partnership Develops and delivers clear and concise updates to senior leadership at the client site and within Optum Supervises clinical staff from business units throughout Optum through the development and implementation of the clinical transformation opportunity at the client site Monitors progress toward key milestones and provides regular updates and escalates (as appropriate) to internal and external key stakeholders Monitors budget and return on investment progress Serves as the primary day to day contact for the client, including reviewing the work of the consultants and analysts and serving as the coordination point for the functional, products and transformation teams Presents to large groups well and has the ability to adjust message to audience (CEO, CMO, CFO and other system clinical leaders) Participates as a member of various Optum teams to create innovative solutions associated with the strategic development of client programs 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: Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience in healthcare consulting 7 years of management consulting experience within the provider (hospitals/health systems) space History of driving initiatives and achieving performance and financial goals across complex organizations Ability to Travel up to 80% Preferred Qualifications: Master of Business Administration; Master of Health Administration Experience in hospital care management and/or leading complex clinical transformation consulting engagements resulting in significant recurring financial benefit Experience developing clinical transformation methodologies and designing innovative solutions in a complex and rapidly changing environment Clinical background Solid presentation, written and verbal communication skills, including well-developed interpersonal skills Proven track record of building and influencing relationships with external and internal executives and stakeholders, as well as leading, influencing and managing a large matrix workforce Demonstrated self-starter with solid planning organization, analytical and problem solving skills Careers with Optum. Our objective is to make health care simpler and more effective for everyone. With our hands at work across all aspects of health, you can play a role in creating a healthier world, one insight, one connection and one person at a time. We bring together some of the greatest minds and ideas to take health care to its fullest potential, promoting health equity and accessibility. Work with diverse, engaged and high-performing teams to help solve important challenges. California, Colorado, Connecticut, Nevada, New York City, or Washington Residents Only: The salary range for California, Colorado, Connecticut, Nevada, New York City, or Washington residents is $142,300 to $273,200. 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. ---All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy 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. 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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