Data Analyst - Remote

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.

The PBM Consumer Analytics team is responsible for data analytics to identify impact to members from Pharmacy Benefit changes, the output of which is used to communicate these changes to members. This role will support building and analyzing the data and working with cross functional teams. This role will be an SME within the team, assisting development work and strategy.

Hours: Monday-Friday - Flexible - Normal Business based on where the candidate is located

You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. For all hires in the Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. area, you will be required to work in the office a minimum of four days per week.

Primary Responsibilities:

Analyzes pharmacy benefit data to identify members affected by upcoming changes and generates outbound communications

Anticipates customer needs and proactively develops solutions to meet them

Solves moderately complex problems and develops innovative solutions

Translates concepts into practice

Identifies solutions to non-standard requests and problems

May lead functional or segment teams or projects

Provides explanations and information to others on difficult issues

Work within cross - functional teams, using data and analytics to drive decisioning

Utilize excellent organizational skills to manage multiple projects, under quick deadlines and be able to respond quickly and accurately to change

Generally, work is self-directed and not prescribed

Works with less structured, more complex issues

Serves as a resource to others with less experience

Coaches, provide feedback, and guides others

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:

2+ years of experience with SQL (intermediate SQL skills)

2+ years of experience building and analyzing data utilizing analytical tools

1+ years of experience with Databricks, Snowflake or other business intelligence tools

Experience working with standard business applications, Microsoft Office Suite

Experience working with business requirements to drive data analysis/ interpretation/application

Experience communicating with Marketing, Business and IT leaders

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience developing analytic workflows in Databricks

Experience with Azure environment

Possess a balance of analytical and strategic problem-solving skills, while being focused on producing and executing high quality analytics

Experience with pharmacy benefits and claims data

All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy

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 $72,800 to $130,000 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

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