Six Sigma Black Belt - Office of Provider Innovation & Solutions - telecommute - Full-time / Part-time

No industry is moving faster than health care. And no organization is better positioned to lead health care forward. We need attention to every detail with an eye for the points no one has considered. The rewards for performance are significant. You'll help improve the health of millions by assisting with Operational Projects throughout the organization! Join us and start doing your life's best work.(sm)

Are you a subject matter expert using Six Sigma methodology in project management, scope definition, risk identification, methodology and resource allocation or facilitation?

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assist with strategic initiatives, crossing business teams and operating groups as a Project Six Sigma Consultant to coordinate and complete projects
• Define performance and results and manage vendors and service providers
• Investigate non-standard requests and problems
• Make presentations to senior leadership
• Ensure project documentation is accurate, ensure projects are completed on time and within scope
• Pertinent data and facts will be reviewed to identify and solve issues and mitigate risks
• Prioritize your work load and work on ad hoc projects as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• BA / BS degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field and/or equivalent education and experience
• Minimum of Six Sigma Black Belt Certification
• 4+ years of project management administration and / or project management experience to include tracking / reporting responsibilities for a large portfolio of projects
• 2+ years experience in tracking, planning projects, working with large data sets and making data-driven analytical decisions
• Prior experience in managing healthcare-related projects; i.e. Hospital Administration, Physician Office practice management, Vendor management, Utilization Review / Prior Authorization is preferred
• Moderate to advance MS Project, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint and SharePoint skills
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and concisely and to ability to facilitate meetings
• Excellent time management, organizational, and prioritization skills and ability to balance multiple priorities

Careers with UnitedHealthcare. Let's talk about opportunity. Start with a Fortune 6 organization that's serving more than 85 million people already and building the industry's singular reputation for bold ideas and impeccable execution. Now, add your energy, your passion for excellence, your near-obsession with driving change for the better. Get the picture? UnitedHealthcare is serving employers and individuals, states and communities, military families and veterans where ever they're found across the globe. We bring them the resources of an industry leader and a commitment to improve their lives that's second to none. This is no small opportunity. It's where you can 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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