Opportunities at WellMed, part of the Optum family of businesses. We believe all patients are entitled to the highest level of medical care. Here, you will join a team who shares your passion for helping people achieve better health. With opportunities for physicians, clinical staff and non-patient-facing roles, you can make a difference with us as you discover the meaning behindCaring. Connecting. Growing together.
Are you passionate about project management, process improvement, leading the task execution from initiation to completion, and facilitating productive meetings? Do you want to grow your career in Six Sigma, Lean, Agile, PMI environment? Do you want to learn and participate it process Automation? Join us to define opportunities for improvement, scope for challenges, and action plans that will assist the management with continuous growth and strategic development. We need a contributor into our company’s successful future.
We are looking for an all-around individual who is a critical thinker and is comfortable in a fast-paced environment with a desire to learn and grow. This position is responsible for direct contribution to various tasks and projects that help achieve the mission of WellMed. This role will include working with large variety of internal and external team members, require excellent organization skills, attention to details, adaptability, and a true team spirit. You will be provided endless learning opportunities to build your career in process improvement and project management.
You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Support execution of complex programs and initiatives, such as assistance with project planning and deliverables
- Lead project management activities for short-term projects
- Facilitate productive meetings and brainstorming sessions
- Monitor performance of various activities and processes
- Evaluate existing processes to identify process improvement opportunities
- Support the development of WellMed documentation, process descriptions, FAQs, training materials, and other deliverables
- Review pertinent data and facts to identify and solve issues and mitigate risks, prioritize your work load and work on ad hoc projects as assigned
- Other ad hoc projects and responsibilities as business needs dictate
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/GED
- 1+ years of project coordination (or related) experience
- Proficient with Microsoft Teams, OneNote, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Proven problem-solving skills
- Proven attention to details
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certifications: CAPM, Six Sigma Yellow or Green belt
- Experience with creating business requirements for automation: AI, RPA, etc.
- Understanding of Six Sigma, Lean, Agile, PMI and other methodologies
- Microsoft Visio
- Proven operational acumen
- Proven ability to work in fast paced, sometimes ambiguous environment
California, Colorado, Connecticut, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, or Washington Residents Only: The hourly range for California, Colorado, Connecticut, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island or Washington residents is $22.45 to $43.89. 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 employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy
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.
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.