Provider Verification Outreach job at UnitedHealth Group, Orlando

$1,000 SIGN ON BONUS FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS

UnitedHealthcare is a company that's on the rise. We're expanding in multiple directions, across borders and, most of all, in the way we think. Here, innovation isn't about another gadget, it's about transforming the health care industry. Ready to make a difference? Make yourself at home with us and start doing your life's best work.(sm)

The more you do, the more you learn. As you learn, you find new doors opening that challenge you to bring your best. This specialist role with UnitedHealth Group will call on your knowledge, your energy and your commitment to making health care work more effectively for more people. We're driving ever higher levels of sophistication in how provider networks are composed and how they perform. Join us and you'll play a key role in managing data about the physicians and specialists who are part of our provider networks. This role will put you on a team of incredibly talented technology and business professionals. You'll discover the resources, backing and opportunities that you'd expect from a Fortune 6 leader.

In this role, you will put your relationship building and analytical skills to the test. You'll interact with providers and report on behalf of the provider database during wider ranging IT projects. You'll be part of a fast-paced, data driven organization where accuracy and performance are highly valued.

The Provider Verification and Outreach Data Specialist is responsible for activities related to verifying our current provider demographic data to ensure the accuracy of our online provider directories that connect members to the right physicians.  This includes placing outbound calls to provider offices, entering demographic changes in multiple applications and ensuring continuity with downstream systems.

You’ll enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Place outreach calls to network provider offices, conducting between 75 to 100 calls per day, to validate UHC’s current Demographic data
• Complete data updates while on the phone with the provider office, or via spreadsheets of data, or returned Adobe Sign forms
• Deliver information and questions to providers in a positive manner to facilitate strong relationships with providers and their office staff
• Complete provider demographic updates accurately in applicable UHC systems that feed to online provider directories, and track inventory. This includes complex data updates for large provider groups (>25 physician offices) verified via Excel Spreadsheets
• Analyze submitted data to ensure the right business processes have been followed and/or determine appropriate actions or decisions (e.g., change process; modify strategy)
• Self-manage daily work, conducting follow-up activities, to meet turnaround time requirements
• Respond to inbound calls from voice mails left, returned Adobe Sign forms and emails from providers with a sense of urgency.
• Must consistently meet established quality and production metric targets, while working efficiently each day
• Coordinate with Network Managers to resolve complex provider data issues
• May assist with compliance and remediation plans based on internal or external audit results
• May provide buddy/coach assistance to new hires
• May participate in testing new system enhancements, macros and automation improvements
• Provide input/suggestions into Processes, system database or design, based on user experience, information, or customer requirements
• Pull and organize data correctly to answer specific business questions
• Research multiple databases to pull in the correct or needed information
• Lead or participate in applicable projects related to design, entry, support of provider data, and/or regulatory requirements

What are the reasons to consider working for UnitedHealth Group?   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. Some of our offerings include:

• 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 Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Voluntary Benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance, etc.)
• More information can be downloaded at: http://uhg.hr/uhgbenefits

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:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• 1 year or more experience in a healthcare or corporate environment
• 1 year or more data entry experience
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office suite; Excel & Outlook  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience completing data entry while on the phone with customers
• Experience working in a metric-driven production environment
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment with the ability to learn new and complex computer system applications
• Experience using multiple systems or applications such as Inventory Databases, Production Tracking, Phone systems such as Omni Genesys and Qfiniti
• Experience as a self-starter, managing day/day responsibilities as defined without oversight
• Previous provider demographic input experience
• Experience working in a metric-driven production environment

To protect the health and safety of our workforce, patients and communities we serve, UnitedHealth Group and its affiliate companies require all employees to disclose COVID-19 vaccination status prior to beginning employment. In addition, some roles and locations require full COVID-19 vaccination, including boosters, as an essential job function. UnitedHealth Group adheres to all federal, state and local COVID-19 vaccination regulations as well as all client COVID-19 vaccination requirements and will obtain the necessary information from candidates prior to employment to ensure compliance. Candidates must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Failure to meet the vaccination requirement may result in rescission of an employment offer or termination of employment

Careers with UnitedHealthcare. Let's talk about opportunity. Start with a Fortune 6 organization that's serving more than 85 million people already and building the industry's singular reputation for bold ideas and impeccable execution. Now, add your energy, your passion for excellence, your near-obsession with driving change for the better. Get the picture? UnitedHealthcare is serving employers and individuals, states and communities, military families and veterans where ever they're found across the globe. We bring them the resources of an industry leader and a commitment to improve their lives that’s second to none. This is no small opportunity. It's where you can do your life's best work.(sm)

**PLEASE NOTE** The sign-on bonus is only available to external candidates.  Candidates who are currently working for UnitedHealth Group, UnitedHealthcare or a related entity in a full time, part time or per diem basis ("Internal Candidates") are not eligible to receive a sign on bonus. 

*All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy.

Colorado, Connecticut or Nevada Residents Only: The salary range for Colorado residents is $16.00 to $26.88. The salary range for Connecticut / Nevada residents is $16.83 to $29.66. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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

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