Manager VBC Consulting Telecommute

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) The Optum Advisory Services, Accountable Care Transformation (ACT) team exists to support health care provider and payer organizations in their quest to achieve top performance clinically, operationally, and financially. Organizations face the challenges of addressing the complex medical and societal needs of patients, integrating care delivery across multiple settings, transitioning from fee-for-service to value based reimbursement, and maintaining sustainable financial margins. The ACT team is uniquely positioned to support health care providers navigate Value-based Care and Population Health Management, by evaluating existing strengths and challenges, designing solutions to advance performance, building solutions in alignment within their operating environment, and managing the solutions alongside our clients to ensure results are achieved. The Consultant Manager will be a part of a team responsible for solving the most complex and strategic issues facing provider and payer enterprises around the country. Our clients seek assistance researching, analyzing, and interpreting data related to their physician practices, value-based programs and health system operations, and positioning them for operational improvement and revenue growth. This position will take responsibility for project workstreams, will manage and interface with team members and leaders, and often interfaces with senior leadership (C-suite) for clients. The successful candidate will have expertise in consulting delivery, provider enterprise operations and/or value-based care programs such as Accountable Care Organizations (ACO) or Clinically Integrated Networks (CIN), and have excellent project management, change management, and communication skill sets. You''ll enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. Primary Responsibilities: Accountable for budget and timelines of project deliverables across assigned workstreams Provide status updates and review of deliverables to client senior leadership team and/or project sponsors Support a team-oriented work climate that enables professional development and encourages creative solutions and strategies Communicate effectively and accurately in writing and verbally to prospects, clients, and other staff Demonstrate strong relationship management skills and ability to handle challenging interpersonal situations Closely monitors actual vs. expected team utilization Provide support and subject matter expertise within ACT, the broader Transformation Practice, and to other Optum Consulting and Optum Company business units when expertise is required Support the development and execution of program roadmaps and timelines Analyzing, synthesizing, and interpreting data to inform client recommendations Oversee and direct detailed, quantitative analysis; building Microsoft Excel models; and preparing operational and financial projections Manage information-gathering efforts Develop a project''s approach, strategies, and work plans Conducting stakeholder interviews Developing project findings and recommendations Manage preparation of project materials and reports Presenting final deliverables to client sponsors Identifying follow-on opportunities and helping to scope and close follow-on engagements 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 3+ years of experience in healthcare consulting (ie physician enterprise operations consulting, healthcare financial modeling, value-based care programs etc.) Ability to travel up to 60% (Often times lower depending on project) Full COVID-19 vaccination is an essential job function of this role. Candidates located in states that mandate COVID-19 booster doses must also comply with those state requirements. UnitedHealth Group will adhere to all federal, state and local regulations as well as all client requirements and will obtain necessary proof of vaccination, and boosters when applicable, prior to employment to ensure compliance. Candidates must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation Preferred Qualifications: Master''s degree in business or a health-related field Bachelor''s degree obtained in a health-related field Experience making difficult, sometimes unpopular, decisions in the face of adversity Highly adept at handling ambiguity Solid analytical and critical thinking skills Solid interpersonal skills Nashville, TN - based OR ability to relocate to Nashville, TN, Eden Prairie, MN; Basking Ridge, NJ, or Washington, DC - Other locations considered Ability to work effectively with physicians, administrative staff and employees at all organizational levels To protect the health and safety of our workforce, patients and communities we serve, UnitedHealth Group and its affiliate companies require all employees to disclose COVID-19 vaccination status prior to beginning employment. In addition, some roles and locations require full COVID-19 vaccination, including boosters, 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 Careers with Optum. Here''s the idea. We built an entire organization around one giant objective; make health care work better for everyone. So when it comes to how we use the world''s large accumulation of health-related information, or guide health and lifestyle choices or manage pharmacy benefits for millions, our first goal is to leap beyond the status quo and uncover new ways to serve. Optum, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, brings together some of the greatest minds and most advanced ideas on where health care has to go in order to reach its fullest potential. For you, that means working on high performance teams against sophisticated challenges that matter. Optum, incredible ideas in one incredible company and a singular opportunity to do your life''s best work.(sm) Colorado, Connecticut or Nevada Residents Only: The salary range for Colorado residents is $97,300 to $176,900. The salary range for Connecticut / Nevada residents is $97,300 to $176,900. 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.

Created: 2025-11-15