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Ambulatory Revenue Cycle Business Analyst - Remote

UnitedHealth Group

Plymouth, MN
Full Time
Mid Level
71k-127k
2 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

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. The Acute / Ambulatory Revenue Cycle Business Analyst will support operational reporting of RCM data for Optum's health system partners.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide revenue cycle management analysis in all areas of revenue cycle operations including patient financial services, decision support and analytics, productivity and quality management, root cause analysis, patient access, registration/admission, and health information management.
  • Understand key revenue cycle metrics and performance indicators and provide reporting of operational and financial performance.
  • Evaluate and interpret data to monitor performance, identify trends, and determine root cause issues.
  • Communicate findings of analyses and audits effectively to support operational and financial decisions.
  • Understand and represent Optum360 Business Intelligence and services to improve partner operations.
  • Collaborate with partner revenue cycle teams to facilitate resolution of process issues and implement solutions.
  • Serve as a resource for special projects and priority analysis assignments.
  • Analyze large data sets, identify patterns and trends, and evaluate business processes for improvement.
  • Manage multiple client-related priorities concurrently and track project status.
  • Write client reports summarizing project objectives, approach, and results.

Requirements

  • 4+ years of work experience in Revenue Cycle Management including Patient Financial Services.
  • 2+ years of experience in RCM Analytics.
  • 2+ years of experience in an acute setting.
  • Experience in business intelligence visualization tools (Power BI and/or Tableau).
  • Demonstrated experience driving insights from RCM data.
  • Intermediate proficiency with Excel and PowerPoint.

Nice to Have

  • Healthcare consulting experience.
  • Experience supporting Patient Financial Services.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Visio, and Outlook.
  • Solid analytical and organizational skills.
  • High degree of self-motivation, versatility, and flexibility.
  • Problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
  • Effective presentation skills and ability to facilitate meetings with senior leadership.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment.

Qualifications

  • Educational background is not explicitly specified, but experience requirements imply a need for relevant professional experience.

Benefits & Perks

  • Comprehensive benefits package.
  • Incentive and recognition programs.
  • Equity stock purchase.
  • 401k contribution.
  • Salary range from $71,200 to $127,200 annually based on full-time employment.

Working at UnitedHealth Group

Optum's culture is guided by diversity and inclusion, with a focus on talent, career development, and making a positive impact on communities. The organization emphasizes health equity, environmental responsibility, and equitable care delivery.

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Job Details

Posted AtJun 20, 2025
Job CategoryRevenue Operations
Salary71k-127k
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeRemote
ExperienceMid Level

About UnitedHealth Group

Website

unitedhealthgroup.com

Company Size

10000+ employees

Location

Plymouth, MN

Industry

Direct Life, Health, and Medical Insurance Carriers

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