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.

Here's the thing about challenges. They provide limitless opportunities for greatness. And what we have in mind for you is big. At UnitedHealth Group, we're changing the future of health care, and we have the expertise, advanced technology and global resources to make it happen. As a Strategic Retrieval Manager, you'll work with the brightest minds in the business and find yourself digging deep to find the solutions to help people live healthier lives. You'll be responsible for leading strategic initiatives focused on bringing value back to the point of care via our advanced risk adjustment and quality analytics tools. What could be more satisfying than that? Join us!

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:

• Lead and oversee inventory management for complex risk adjustment retrieval initiatives, ensuring accuracy and timely execution
• Analyze, interpret, and present actionable insights and strategic recommendations to drive client success, leveraging solid critical thinking and operational expertise
• Conduct advanced data analysis to evaluate client inventory and identify optimal pathways for performance improvement
• Act as a subject matter expert across multiple retrieval modalities, providing guidance and best practices to internal and external stakeholders
• Collaborate cross-functionally with diverse teams and manage relationships with internal and external vendors to ensure seamless project delivery
• Thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced, matrixed environment, developing and maintaining operational models and information systems. Utilize data from multiple sources to craft compelling narratives that inform decision-making and enhance outcomes

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:

• 4+ years of experience communicating effectively with diverse audiences, delivering operational updates, explaining complex issues, and recommending solutions
• 3+ years of experience developing clear, detailed requirements for new processes, system enhancements, tools, and reporting solutions
• 3+ years of experience in data tracking and trend analysis, leveraging insights to identify opportunities for improvement
• 2+ years of experience in medical record retrieval or risk adjustment, with a solid understanding of industry standards and best practices
• 2+ years of experience documenting processes and procedures, ensuring accuracy and consistency across operations
• Comprehensive knowledge of HIPAA compliance and commitment to maintaining data privacy and security
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ability to perform basic to intermediate data analysis to support operational decisions
• Proven ability to lead meetings, set agendas, and capture actionable items to drive progress

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience within the healthcare industry, with a solid understanding of operational and regulatory dynamics
• Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proven ability to develop accurate forecasts, supporting strategic planning and resource allocation
• Demonstrated experience conducting cost-benefit analyses, tracking savings, and identifying opportunities for cost avoidance

*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 $71,200 to $127,200 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 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.