Actuarial Specialist - Telecommute
Company: UnitedHealth Group
Location: Irvine
Posted on: May 15, 2022
Job Description:
Combine two of the fastest-growing fields on the planet with a
culture of performance, collaboration and opportunity and this is
what you get. Leading edge technology in an industry that is
improving the lives of millions. Here, innovation is not about
another gadget; it is about making health care data available
wherever and whenever people need it, safely and reliably. There is
no room for error. If you are looking for a better place to use
your passion and your desire to drive change, this is the place to
be. It's an opportunity to do your life's best work.(sm)naviHealth
is seeking an experienced actuarial specialist, to support all
actuarial needs with respect to a portfolio of client
relationships. While this Team is highly collaborative, this is an
analytical, individual-contributor role requiring rich healthcare
experience, critical thinking skills, independence, strategic
mindset, attention to detail, and an ability to multi-task in a
fast-paced non-traditional actuarial environment.You'll enjoy the
flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S. as you
take on some tough challenges.Primary Responsibilities:
- Research, analyze, present results, and recommend intelligent
solutions to solve problems and address business challenges by
applying a knowledge of data analysis, critical-thinking skills,
and healthcare experience/expertise
- Structure analytical results in an organized, visual manner to
tell a meaningful, actionable story
- Write SQL queries, build excel models, and apply varying
actuarial techniques to solve specific business problems
- Develop and apply predictive algorithms for organizational
strategy and targeting
- Develop models for projecting and evaluating healthcare cost
trend
- Maintain and expand upon current statistical models used to
measure business results
- Perform data quality checking and usability analysis to
identify anomalies which need to be addressed prior to delivery of
analytic results
- Develop, implement and revise detailed claims analysis. Report
results and conclusions for integrating findings
- Execute annual client reconciliations. -Use actuarial judgement
to adjust these processes where necessary
- Establish trusting professional relationships with internal
senior business customers. Maintain alignment of expectations and
priorities in autonomous fashionYou'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.keywords: sr actuarial analyst, actuary, actuarial,
actuarial consultant, senior actuarial analyst, actuary exams,
healthcare actuaryRequired Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree
- Actuarial exam track, having passed 2 or more Actuarial
exams
- 2+ years of experience or proven ability working as an
actuarial analyst in the health industry
- Expertise in MS Excel and reasonable experience with Structured
Query -
- Full COVID-19 vaccination is an essential requirement of this
role. UnitedHealth Group will adhere to all -federal, state and
local regulations as well as all client requirements and will
obtain necessary proof of vaccination prior to employment to ensure
compliancePreferred Qualifications:
- Proven experience working with Medicare paid claims data sets.
Other applicable data sets include standard CMS files such as the
MMR, MOR, and LDS
- Experience in data mining and data
transformation/manipulation
- Experience with predictive modeling and statistical
analysis
- Ability to build SQL and excel based actuarial models
- Ability to effectively explain and audit model results
- Advanced analytic skills with the ability to analyze and
interpret data through complex analysis
- Ability to tell a succinct, meaningful, and actionable story
with data using visualization and other techniques
- Solid communication skills (both verbal and written)To protect
the health and safety of our workforce, patients and communities we
serve, UnitedHealth Group and its affiliate companies now require
all employees to disclose COVID-19 vaccination status prior to
beginning employment. In addition, some roles require full COVID-19
vaccination 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.naviHealth, part of Optum and the UnitedHealth Group
family of businesses, combines the talents of our dedicated staff
and leading-edge technology to deliver compassionate care to
seniors nationwide. With millions of lives touched, we are
innovating the way health care is delivered from hospital to home
so seniors can lead more fulfilling lives. A career with us means
making an impact in the lives of those we serve, including
vulnerable populations who benefit from care that is more
efficient, more effective and more human. Our environment empowers
our team members to elevate our interactions with each other and
the experiences we deliver to our patients, giving them more days
at home. Join our team, it's your chance to improve the lives of
millions while doing your life's best work.(sm)Colorado,
Connecticut or Nevada Residents Only: The salary range for Colorado
residents is $66,100 to $118,300. The salary range for Connecticut
/ Nevada residents is $72,800 to $129,900. 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.*All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to
UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.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.Job Keywords: Actuarial Specialist,
Telecommute, Telecommuting, Telecommuter, Work From Home, Work At
Home, Remote -
Keywords: UnitedHealth Group, Irvine , Actuarial Specialist - Telecommute, Other , Irvine, California
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