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. The flexibility of working evening hours will also be required.
Work with hospitals, clinics, facilities and the clinical team to manage requests for services
Manage the referral process, processing incoming and outgoing referrals and prior authorizations, including intake, notification and census roles
Put it all together - competitive base pay, a full and comprehensive benefit program, performance rewards, and a management team who demonstrates their commitment to your success. Paid Time Off which you start to accrue with your first pay period plus 8 Paid Holidays
~ Medical Plan options along with participation in a Health Spending Account or a Health Saving account
~ Dental, Vision, Life& AD&D Insurance along with Short-term disability and Long-Term Disability coverage
~401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
~ Education Reimbursement
~ Employee Assistance Program
~ Employee Referral Bonus Program
~ Voluntary Benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance, etc.)
~ 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.
High School Diploma / GED (or higher)
~2+ years of experience analyzing and solving customer problems
~1+ years of experience working in the healthcare industry
~1+ years of experience working in medical terminology
Experience working with health care insurance
Experience in a hospital, physician's office or medical clinic setting
Clerical or administrative support background or experience working in a call center environment
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). The hourly pay for this role will range from $17.74 to $31.63 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. 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.
Clinical Coordinator • Spring Valley, NY, US