Strategic Finance and Pricing Consultant Telecommute
Company: UnitedHealth Group
Location: San Jose
Posted on: June 26, 2022
Job Description:
Optum is a company that's on the rise. We're expanding in
multiple directions, across borders and, most of all, in the way we
think. Here, innovation isn't about another gadget, it's about
transforming the health care industry. Ready to make a difference?
Make yourself at home with us and start doing your life's best
work.(sm) - Employees in this role are critical to the active
management of the current and future contracts that Optum Infusion
Services is in business with. Active management of these contracts
entails reviewing rates that Optum Infusion is currently getting
and looking opportunity to negotiate more profitable rates. Pricing
is critical to every aspect of our business and will require
attention to detail, advanced financial modeling skills and the
willingness to push forward in an ambiguous environment. - You'll
enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S.
as you take on some tough challenges. Primary Responsibilities:
- Review and assess payer reimbursement rates for
profitability
- Create financial models to identify unprofitable contracts with
rate recommendations for the contract negotiation team to utilize
in payer negotiations
- Support contract negotiation team in the negotiation process by
providing ad hoc analytics and reviewing counter offers
- Extremely comfortable working in an ambiguous environment;
pharmaceutical contracts are extremely complex and will require a
substantial amount of effort to understand
- Comfortable working in an environment with competing priorities
and tight deadlines
- High visibility throughout the company and will work with
senior leaders from multiple parts of the business 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:
- Bachelor's degree
- 3+ years of healthcare or pharmaceutical experience
- Experience building -financial models
- Experience presenting analytical work to senior leadership
- Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel -
- Full COVID-19 vaccination is an essential job function of this
role. Candidates located in states that mandate COVID-19 booster
doses must also comply with those state requirements. UnitedHealth
Group will adhere to all federal, state and local regulations as
well as all client requirements and will obtain necessary proof of
vaccination, and boosters when applicable, prior to employment to
ensure compliance. Candidates must be able to perform all essential
job functions with or without reasonable accommodation Preferred
Qualifcations:
- Graduate Degree
- 1+ years of pharmaceutical rebate / pharmaceutical formulary
experience
- Advanced level proficiency in MS Excel (pivot tables,
manipulate data, etc.)
- Intermediate Level Proficiency with SQL (pull, sort, filter and
manipulate data, etc.)
- Experience in reviewing pharmaceutical contracts
- Ability to prioritize, coordinate and remain flexible in a
fast-paced environment
- Achievement driven and accountable with a passion for quality -
To protect the health and safety of our workforce, patients and
communities we serve, UnitedHealth Group and its affiliate
companies require all employees to disclose COVID-19 vaccination
status prior to beginning employment. In addition, some roles and
locations require full COVID-19 vaccination, including boosters, as
an essential job function. UnitedHealth Group adheres to all
federal, state and local COVID-19 vaccination regulations as well
as all client COVID-19 vaccination requirements and will obtain the
necessary information from candidates prior to employment to ensure
compliance. Candidates must be able to perform all essential job
functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Failure to meet
the vaccination requirement may result in rescission of an
employment offer or termination of employment Careers with OptumRx.
We're one of the largest and most innovative pharmacy benefits
managers in the US, serving more than 12 million people nationwide.
Here you'll fill far more than prescriptions. As a member of one of
our pharmacy teams, you're empowered to be your best and do
whatever it takes to help each customer. You'll find unrivaled
support and training as well as a wealth of growth and development
opportunities driven by your performance and limited only by your
imagination. Join us. There's no better place to help people live
healthier lives while doing your life's best work.(sm) Colorado,
Connecticut or Nevada Residents Only: The salary range for Colorado
residents is $66,100 to $118,300. The salary range for Connecticut
/ Nevada residents is $72,800 to $129,900. 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 Telecommuters will be required to adhere to
UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy. 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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