Operations Test Leader - HEDIS/STARS - Telecommute - Full-time / Part-time

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Primary Responsibilities of the UAT Operations Leader include:

Assist in creating a robust UAT E2E testing process
Oversee development of UAT / Testing plans and testing scenarios for HEDIS and Stars Tools and Processes
Project management, project implementation, preparation of reports, presentations, and accountability for timelines directly related to UAT and system project deliverables
Demonstrate understanding of and adhere to relevant policies, procedures, and regulations
Work with internal and/or external partners to ensure accurate development and execution of systems and processes
Assist with the development and execution of validation points needed to test HEDIS Client files and external data delivered to client
Conduct end-to-end testing of applicable processes, tools, procedures, and systems platforms to validate adherence to contract requirements
Utilize relevant systems and tools to identify and/or test opportunities for efficiency improvements (e.g., parallel variable testing)
Understand application architecture to define test strategies
Create and maintain documentation of test results
Collaborate with internal and external teams on all Product integrations/ dependencies
Manage onshore and offshore resources. Mentoring team members and drive talent development
Manage the day to day activities of a team of experienced testers
Develop and implement programs to improve quality
Develop and maintain a reference library of written material and reports that will assist the UAT department in tracking metrics and instituting a culture of constant feedback and improvement
Coordinate with product management on roadmaps, automation, and operational improvement activities across the environment with accountability for continuously raising the bar on product quality
Participate in testing and requirement review meetings with product management and development team
Champion product issues with product owners and developers to help improve the customer experience
Prepare budgetary requests for tools and equipment needed for the team
Communicate effectively with internal business partners to develop UAT / Testing Plans, discuss defects and implement resolution

Required Qualifications:

5+ years of experience leading operational UAT, Quality and/or Product teams
5+ years of experience leadership experience
3+ years of project and/or product management experience
Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access
Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree
Business Analytics /Reporting experience
Health Care insurance experience
HEDIS engine vendor experience
HEDIS and/or STARS data experience
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UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
 
 
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