Senior Healthcare Economics Consultant (Remote)

Join Our Team and Shape the Future of Healthcare

We're seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Healthcare Economics Consultant to join our team at UnitedHealth Group. As a key member of our network contracting and unit cost management team, you will play a critical role in supporting and validating provider network contracting and unit cost management activities through financial modeling, analysis of utilization, and reporting.

About the Role:

In this senior role, you will have the opportunity to work remotely and make a meaningful impact on the lives of millions of people. Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Supporting network pricing strategies and tactics in collaboration with local network field leaders and network managers
• Analyzing the financial impact of provider contracts and corporate initiatives
• Conducting financial and network pricing modeling, analysis, and reporting
• Leading large, complex projects to achieve key business objectives
• Influencing pricing strategies and rate development to create optimal contracts

What You'll Need:

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• An undergraduate degree and 6 years of analytical experience in financial analysis, healthcare pricing, network pricing, healthcare economics, or a related discipline
• 4 years of experience with provider payment methodologies and healthcare products
• Presentation experience to internal or external stakeholders or customers
• Intermediate ability to interpret and review financial modeling results
• Advanced level of proficiency in MS Excel
• Proven excellent financial impact analysis, risk management, and data manipulation skills
• Proven solid interpersonal, collaboration, negotiation, and communication skills

What We Offer:

In return for your skills and experience, we offer a competitive salary range of $88,000 to $173,200 annually, as well as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401k contribution. You will also have the opportunity to work with a talented team of professionals who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others.

How to Apply:

If you're a motivated and experienced healthcare economics professional looking for a new challenge, please apply now to join our team. We encourage you to apply even if you don't feel you're a perfect match – we're looking for great people to join our friendly team.