Clinical Consultant RN, Medical Policy Writer - 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 resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us in making healthcare work better for everyone through people-led, responsible AI while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Schedule: Monday - Friday, standard business hours 

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

Primary Responsibilities:

Clinical leadership of assigned Optum products. Accountabilities include:

• Research and development of product-specific clinical utilization management guidelines including annual literature/evidence reviews and shepherding the guidelines through the marketing and publication processes
• Research and development of selection criteria for products with a centers of excellence (COE) network including annual literature/evidence reviews
• Planning and execution of annual expert panel for assigned Optum products. Panels comprise 8-10 external physician care providers/thought leaders in the subject matter
• Contribute to decision-making during annual network qualification for assigned Optum products including clinical evaluation of COE network status appeals and quality outcome reviews
• Conduct quality of care investigations of adverse outcomes/events impacting members receiving services through an Optum product such as solid organ transplantation, stem cell transplantation, cellular therapies, VAD, and CHD
• Develop medical billing code sets for claims-based product analyses. Provide clinical support to product and network colleagues in claims analyses
• Clinical support in development and  market launch of new Optum products
• Clinical support of CSI survey coordinators during product-specific network status qualification processes, i.e., survey development, provider education, and letter writing

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 in nursing 
• Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license
• 3+ years of experience with scientific/medical literature search/retrieval/analysis
• 3+ years of experience with clinical writing such as medical policies, utilization management guidelines, or patient education materials
• Experience with public speaking including delivering presentations to professional and executive-level audiences
• Familiarity with or experience in applying the principles of healthcare quality review
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel Proven ability to build collaborative relationships with internal and external colleagues

Preferred Qualification:

• Certification as a medical coder through American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC), American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA), or willingness to obtain within first year
• Orthopedic/musculoskeletal nursing 

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

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer 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 us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $91,700 - $163,700 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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 help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.