Pricing Analyst - Minneapolis, MN

Some people take things as they come. Others relentlessly push themselves to go farther. Combine health care and technology, which are two of the fastest-growing fields on the planet, with UnitedHealth Group's culture of performance, collaboration and opportunity and this is what you get: industry-leading health care services at a company that's improving the lives of millions.
 
As the Pricing Analyst you will analyze data to measure clinical outcomes, network performance and methodology levers. You will investigate key business problems through quantitative analyses of utilization and health care costs data. Your analyses will be used to create viable, real-world solutions in a complex health care landscape. The work is as challenging as it is rewarding. You'll open doors to new opportunities. This is where bold people with big ideas are writing the next chapter in health care. Join us. There's never been a better time to do your life's best work.(sm)
 
In this new role, the primary focus will be on exploring business improvement opportunities within the pricing and behavioral/EAP business. The candidate will have excellent technical skills, experience working with big data and a thirst for exploring business improvement opportunities. In addition, they will serve as a backup support analyst for behavioral and EAP pricing during peak busy periods.
 
The candidate will learn the basics of behavioral by seasoned underwriters and then work directly with VPs and Directors to brainstorm ideas for improving the business. Examples include analyzing the correlation of EAP and Behavioral utilization, reviewing public sector encounter data to understand competitor mixed service protocol definitions, and/or reviewing RFP 'Big Data' to understand network comparison vs competitors.
 
Primary Responsibilities:


Interpret and analyze claims, premium, capitation, membership and provider data in support of financial, clinical, medical, operational,  and utilization analyses

Create and update automated processes within client databases

Assessing and pricing the financial risk associated with group or individual prospective and renewing cases

Reviews the work of others

Develops innovative approaches

Sought out as expert
Technical Proficiencies:

Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS)
Microsoft SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS)
SAS
Tableau
MS Office Suite (including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
 
 

Required Qualifications:


Bachelor's degree in Math, Finance, Business or related degree

Proficiency in performing data analysis

Ability to quickly learn and use computer software tools effectively

2+ years of work experience in a corporate setting

At least an intermediate level of proficiency with SQL, SAS and/or other statistical programs

At least an intermediate level of proficiency working with MS Excel including formulas, calculations, charts, graphs, etc
Preferred Qualifications:


1+ years of health care experience working with claims data and medical codes

Excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing

Proficiency in performing data analytics
Careers with Optum. Here's the idea. We built an entire organization around one giant objective; make health care work better for everyone. So when it comes to how we use the world’s large accumulation of health-related information, or guide health and lifestyle choices or manage pharmacy benefits for millions, our first goal is to leap beyond the status quo and uncover new ways to serve. Optum, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, brings together some of the greatest minds and most advanced ideas on where health care has to go in order to reach its fullest potential. For you, that means working on high performance teams against sophisticated challenges that matter. Optum, incredible ideas in one incredible company and a singular opportunity to do your life’s best work.(sm)
 
 
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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