Manager Health Programs - Remote

Job Description

Description At UnitedHealthcare, we’re simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and equitable. Ready to make a difference? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. The Manager of Health Programs is responsible for the operation and clinical process improvement of United Healthcare’s (UHC) value-based contracts (VBC), health equity, and health neighborhood programs in Colorado. The Manager of Health Programs is responsible for coordination of programs across UHC’s local and national matrix. This role is primarily focused on the management of Medicaid programs, but includes support of essential programs for Medicare, CHP+ and IFP products. You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely

• from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Co-create and write program policies, procedures, and logic models
• Coordinate day-to-day operation of 1,200+ VBC in the CO Market
• Align operations and clinical policies within UHC’s VBC with Northeast Health Partners business
• Manage program budgets and coordinate with CFO to complete financial reports
• Oversee UHC’s Colorado community reinvestment program
• Design and implement provider incentive programs in alignment with state requirements
• Complete reporting for VBC, SDoH, health neighborhood, and community reinvestment for state and federal compliance
• Maintain relationships with external organizations to identify and implement programs to improve health outcomes
• Monitor and evaluate program outcomes
• Prepare and present reports to internal and external stakeholders on program performance and impact.

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.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience working in healthcare or related field
• 1+ years of experience working with behavioral heath providers and community organizations
• Proven excellent writing and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in Managed Care
• Experience managing community based programs
• Working knowledge of Colorado’s provider payment programs (prospective payment system for behavioral health and primary care providers)
• All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy

The salary range for this role is $71,600 to $140,600 annually based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. 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. 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. 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. Apply Job!