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Implementation Project Manager - Remote Nationwide

UnitedHealth Group

Minnetonka, MN
Full Time
Mid Level
71k-127k
about 2 months 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 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. You will enjoy the flexibility to telecommute from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage the entire client on-boarding project for implementation, main contact for the client
  • Conduct the client benefit discussions with all parties and ensure client sign-off for their benefit intent forms
  • Coordinate efforts with internal departments for the creation of formulary, specialty products and pharmacy networks
  • Coordinate formulary/specialty disruption analysis for impacted membership
  • Work with Operations and Functional leaders to proactively identify implementation issues and drive their resolution
  • Facilitate meetings at various levels of the organization, including weekly management reviews
  • Monitor, track and report implementation status performance, internally and with the client
  • Identify implementation risks, implement a mitigation/action plan and drive improved outcomes, communicate to senior leadership
  • Ensure accuracy of plan updates and missed deliverables from all teams
  • Manage pre-implementation audits with the audit department and the client
  • Report client status and issues at weekly leader meeting
  • Manage the implementation of pharmacy benefit plans for all direct business market types and all levels of complexity
  • Develop and present presentations for new business customer finalist presentations with Sales
  • Mentor other team members within implementations

Requirements

  • High School Diploma/GED (or higher)
  • 3+ years of experience in Pharmacy Benefit Management or experience managing complex projects with various stakeholders
  • 2+ years of experience in a client-facing role
  • Beginner level of proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and Word
  • Ability to travel up to 25% within the US

Nice to Have

  • Bachelor's Degree in Business, Healthcare, or a related field

Qualifications

  • Experience managing complex projects with various stakeholders
  • Client-facing experience
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
  • Ability to influence externally and drive cross-functional collaboration
  • Strong communication skills, oral and written
  • Ability to present to all levels of management and audiences
  • Active listening skills and consultative approach to client needs

Benefits & Perks

  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Incentive and recognition programs
  • Equity stock purchase
  • 401k contribution
  • Salary range from $71,200 to $127,200 annually
  • All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements

Working at UnitedHealth Group

Optum's culture is guided by inclusion, talented peers, and a focus on career development. The organization is committed to mitigating its impact on the environment and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes. It values diversity and equal opportunity, fostering an environment where everyone can live their healthiest life.

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Job Details

Posted AtJul 8, 2025
Job CategoryProject Management
Salary71k-127k
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeRemote
ExperienceMid Level

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About UnitedHealth Group

Website

unitedhealthgroup.com

Company Size

10000+ employees

Location

Minnetonka, MN

Industry

Direct Life, Health, and Medical Insurance Carriers

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