Senior Data Entry Specialist

UnitedHealth Group • Phoenix, AZ

253d • $16 - $28 • Remote

About The Position

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 diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. This position is full time, Monday - Friday. Employees are required to have flexibility to work any of our 8-hour shift schedules during our normal business hours of 7:00am - 8:00pm CST. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime. We offer 3 weeks of paid training. The hours during training will be 8:00am to 5:00pm CST, Monday - Friday. Training will be conducted virtually from your home. If you reside within the state of Arizona OR Oregon, you will have the flexibility to work remotely as you take on some tough challenges.

Requirements

• High School Diploma / GED
• Must be 18 years of age OR older
• 1+ years of data entry experience OR healthcare industry experience
• Flexibility to switch schedules between the hours of 7:00am - 8:00pm CST every 6 months based on performance and/or business needs
• Ability to work later shifts per business need
• Ability to utilize relevant software applications (e.g., Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Point, and Outlook)
• Ability to work full time, Monday - Friday

Responsibilities

• Stay abreast of changes to relevant workflows, policies, and procedures
• Adhere to internal workflows, business rules, policies, and procedures
• Read medical documents, then input digital information for new and existing patients
• Create and update medical profiles
• Enter data into the database accurately and in a timely manner ensuring productivity and quality metrics are met
• Ensure accuracy of data entry by comparing source documents to entered information
• Maintain confidentiality of all records and information

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
• Education Level: High school or GED