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 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.

The 340B Validation Analyst is responsible for managing all aspects of the process and reporting for Covered Entities that do not use a conventional Third-Party Administrator. This position is an analytic and process driven position that primarily focuses on data processing for a large book of business. The 340B Validation Analyst should have a some working knowledge of pharmacy data including but not limited to (NPI, NDC, DEA numbers etc). This encompasses all lines of business offered by OptumRx 340B. Responsible for collaborating and interacting with multiple internal departments and external clients. Coordinates with MVP Manager and Operations Director to demonstrate appropriate invoicing, replenishment, and claim eligibility.

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

Primary Responsibilities:

• Responsible for monthly end-to-end processing. This includes: receipt and validation of National Provider Identifier (NPI), dispense data pull and delivery, quality assurance (QA) checks of dispense data, QA and delivery of recommended orders, invoice generation and dissemination
• Create pivot tables, monitor trends, data omissions, and completing data QA
• Utilizes knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within data and reporting fields and understands business and pharmacy related concepts, and analysis and forecasting, relying on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job
• Research and coordinate with enterprise data teams to facilitate automation projects
• Manage and present the completion and submission of required documents to all necessary internal and external partners for project plan completion. Includes coordinating with inventory, store operations, wholesalers, and sales to obtain required paperwork. Be able to integrate these documents into Excel and analyze data integrity
• Responsible for collaborating with internal departments to track outstanding deliverables for the program maintenance and implementation
• Maintain knowledge of the healthcare and pharmacy services industry and use this to identify ways to make recommendations to improve our 340B programs and processes

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: 

• 3 years analytical experience
• 2 years process management experience in analyzing data sets
• Advanced skills in Excel including but not limited to analyzing data, generating pivot tables, and providing meaningful updates based off data analytic
• There is up to 10% travel expected with this position

Preferred Qualifications:

• 340B experience
• Great attention to detail and ability to handle multiple tasks at a given time
• Works with less structured, more complex issues
• Solid communication skills written and oral
• Self-directed worker
• Serves as a resource to others

*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, or Washington 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.