Data Scientist 2 – Remote

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 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.

As a Data Scientist 2 in OptumCare’s Advanced Analytics team, you will perform critical research and data analytics that measure the value of OptumCare’ s programs and drive program effectiveness. Your role will include developing study methods, analyzing complex data with statistical and visual techniques, building predictive models, and interpreting and presenting findings. You’ll work closely with business leaders and other researchers on the team to develop innovative analytic solutions to help Optum fulfill its mission.

You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

Develop and apply retrospective statistical methods to evaluate healthcare products and programs targeting medical expense reductions including but not limited to emergent events, in-home care, post-acute care, and transitional care.

Develop study methods, analyze complex data with statistical and visual techniques, and interpret and present findings

Develop data queries and extracts necessary for population health data science initiatives

Perform predictive modeling, clustering, or other data science methods to help healthcare programs identify and improve key clinical measures

Conduct propensity to succeed analyses using data science methods to identify key factors to increase program engagement and financial success

Interpret and analyze clinical data including insurance claims, electronic medical records, and various other data sources

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:

2 years of experience in health care analytics using large medical claims data sets

2 years of experience writing SQL queries with intermediate level proficiency

2 years of experience using statistical methods in data science modeling or in statistical studies (linear regression, logistic regression, predictive modeling, cluster analysis, retrospective models, etc.)

2 years of experience in R; experience with Python, SAS, or similar statistical programs

Preferred Qualifications:

Medicaid, Medicare, or commercial health insurance experience

Experience translating analytic results into expected financial returns

Experience developing, interpreting and presenting analytics results to stakeholders

Proficiency working with MS Excel including formulas, calculations, charts, graphs, etc.

All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy.

California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Washington, Washington, D.C. Residents Only: The salary range for this role is $70,200 to $137,800 annually. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. 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.

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

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.