Senior Healthcare Analyst at UnitedHealth Group

Senior

SQL

Power BI

Data Modeling

+5 more

Job Description

This position is Remote in Pacific Time Zone. You will have the flexibility to work remotely* as you take on some tough challenges.

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.

Join us and put your data analytics knowledge and skills to work in support of Operational Finance.

The Healthcare Senior Analyst will develop and maintain Power BI dashboards to provide critical insights into operational and financial performance. They will help support building and maintaining complex data models and their proficiency in working with large data sets will be crucial. By conducting in-depth data analysis and creating ad hoc reports, they will support strategic decision-making and enhance the team’s ability to achieve key performance goals.

This position is full-time. Employees are required to have flexibility to work any of our shift schedules during our normal business hours of 8am - 5pm. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime.

We offer weeks of paid training. The hours of training will be based on your schedule or will be discussed on your first day of employment.

Primary Responsibilities:

Data Engineering & SQL Development

Design, develop, and maintain complex SQL solutions to support reporting, analytics, and business decision-making.
Write highly efficient and scalable SQL queries against large datasets containing millions of records.
Demonstrate advanced proficiency with SQL concepts, including:
- Window functions
- Common Table Expressions (CTEs)
- Temporary tables
- Query optimization techniques
- Complex joins and data transformations
- Layering and structuring business logic across multiple query steps
Analyze and troubleshoot data quality, performance, and reporting issues.
Develop repeatable and maintainable data solutions that are easy to understand and support.

Data Modeling & Analytics

Design and maintain data models that accurately represent business processes and reporting requirements.
Possess a strong understanding of dimensional modeling concepts, including fact tables, dimension tables, and their relationships.
Partner with stakeholders to translate business requirements into scalable data solutions.
Ensure consistency and accuracy across reporting and analytical datasets.

Power BI Development

Develop and maintain enterprise-level Power BI dashboards and reports.
Create optimized Power BI data models capable of supporting large datasets while maintaining strong report performance.
Leverage best practices around relationships, DAX, data model design, and dataset optimization.
Design intuitive and visually compelling dashboards that effectively communicate key business insights.
Balance technical performance with user experience and dashboard usability.

Automation & Python Support

Utilize Python to support data processing, automation, and analytical workflows when appropriate.
Understand fundamental Python concepts, including:
- Script execution
- Functions and modules
- Reading and writing data files
- Reusing and integrating code across multiple scripts
Collaborate with other technical team members to support automation initiatives and process improvements.

Leadership & Technical Ownership

Serve as a subject matter expert for data architecture, SQL development, and reporting solutions.
Mentor team members and promote best practices in analytics, reporting, and data management.
Independently solve complex technical problems with minimal supervision.
Drive continuous improvement in data processes, reporting capabilities, and overall analytical maturity.

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:

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Analytics, Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
5+ years of experience in data analytics, business intelligence, data engineering, or a related technical role
Advanced SQL expertise with experience building complex queries and data solutions
Deep understanding of:
- Window functions
- CTEs
- Temporary tables
- Query performance tuning
- Multi-step data transformations
- Relational databases
Understanding of data warehousing concepts and dimensional modeling, including fact and dimension tables
Advanced Power BI experience, including:
- Data modeling
- DAX
- Report optimization
- Dashboard development
- Large dataset performance management
Ability to work independently and translate ambiguous business requirements into actionable technical solutions
Problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills
Ability to work full-time. Employees are required to have flexibility to work any of our shift schedules during our normal business hours of 8am - 5pm. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working with datasets containing tens of millions of records
Experience with Python for automation, data processing, or analytical workflows
Experience designing scalable reporting and data architecture solutions
Experience mentoring analysts or serving as a technical lead
Knowledge of data governance, ETL processes, and enterprise reporting best practices

Telecommuting Requirements:

Reside within Pacific Time Zone
Ability to keep all company sensitive documents secure (if applicable)
Required to have a dedicated work area established that is separated from other living areas and provides information privacy
Must live in a location that can receive a UnitedHealth Group approved high-speed internet connection or leverage an existing high-speed internet service

What Success Looks Like

Can independently design and implement complex SQL solutions without guidance
Understands data models intuitively and quickly identifies how data should be structured for reporting
Builds Power BI solutions that remain performant even with very large datasets
Creates dashboards that are both technically efficient and visually effective
Uses Python as a practical tool to automate and simplify work when appropriate
Functions as the team's go-to expert for data, reporting, and analytics challenges

*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 $72,800 - $130,000 annually 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. 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.

Benefits

Equity

Skills

SQL

Power BI

Data Modeling

Python

Data Analysis

Dimensional Modeling

DAX

Data engineering

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Salary Range

$72.8k - $130k

Posted 4 weeks ago

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