Senior Data Analyst

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. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

We are seeking a highly motivated Data Analyst to join the Data team within the Concept Research and Development department. As a Data Analyst, you will be responsible for supporting medical cost savings teams by providing data analysis for payment integrity concepts and ideas. The ideal candidate will have experience in claims processing or claims analysis, solid analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. Concept Research & Development is an ideation team within the Product area of Payment Integrity, focused on sourcing and shaping innovative concepts to drive healthcare cost savings for UnitedHealthcare and Optum Health.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Work closely with claims analysts to understand data requirements, then extract and manipulate data sets to meet those requirements
• Collaborate with medical cost savings teams to identify opportunities for cost savings through data analysis
• Support data research projects and work cross-functionally with other data teams to troubleshoot and identify data anomalies
• Ensure data accuracy and attention to detail in all analysis
• Mentor junior team members

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:

• 5+ years of experience in claims analysis and data analysis, with a proven track record of delivering actionable insights
• 5+ years of hands-on expertise in SQL and Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions such as Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, macros, and complex formulas
• 4+ years as a Data Analyst in a healthcare environment, leveraging data to support operational and strategic decisions
• Experience mentoring junior team members
• Proficiency with Snowflake, ideally using the Snowsight web interface
• Proven solid ability to interpret and analyze complex data sets, applying advanced analytical techniques to identify trends and provide data-driven recommendations that improve decision-making

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in data engineering with Python
• Knowledge of clams processing platforms such as UNET, NICE, COSMOS, FACETS, CIRRUS
• Demonstrated ability to work independently
• Proven excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams

• Proven attention to detail and solid time management skills

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer 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 us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $89,900 to $160,600 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.