Manager Health Programs

UnitedHealth Group • Grand Junction, CO

264d • $71,600 - $140,600 • Remote

About The Position

At UnitedHealthcare, we're simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and equitable. Ready to make a difference? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. The Manager of Health Programs is responsible for the operation and clinical process improvement of United Healthcare's (UHC) value-based contracts (VBC), health equity, and health neighborhood programs in Colorado. The Manager of Health Programs is responsible for coordination of programs across UHC's local and national matrix. This role is primarily focused on the management of Medicaid programs, but includes support of essential programs for Medicare, CHP+ and IFP products. You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience working in healthcare or related field
• 1+ years of experience working with behavioral health providers and community organizations
• Proven excellent writing and communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Managed Care
• Experience managing community based programs
• Working knowledge of Colorado's provider payment programs (prospective payment system for behavioral health and primary care providers)

Responsibilities

• Co-create and write program policies, procedures, and logic models
• Coordinate day-to-day operation of 1,200+ VBC in the CO Market
• Align operations and clinical policies within UHC's VBC with Northeast Health Partners business
• Manage program budgets and coordinate with CFO to complete financial reports
• Oversee UHC's Colorado community reinvestment program
• Design and implement provider incentive programs in alignment with state requirements
• Complete reporting for VBC, SDoH, health neighborhood, and community reinvestment for state and federal compliance
• Maintain relationships with external organizations to identify and implement programs to improve health outcomes
• Monitor and evaluate program outcomes
• Prepare and present reports to internal and external stakeholders on program performance and impact

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Incentive and recognition programs
• Equity stock purchase
• 401k contribution

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree