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Manager - Business Analyst - Remote

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Hiring Remotely in Atlanta, GA
92K-164K Annually
Mid level
In-Office or Remote
Hiring Remotely in Atlanta, GA
92K-164K Annually
Mid level
The Business Analyst is responsible for managing complex datasets, collaborating with teams to translate needs into actionable insights, developing visualizations, and ensuring data quality for AI model training.
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Requisition Number: 2349648
At UnitedHealthcare, we're simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and optimized. Ready to make a difference? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
The Business Analyst role is responsible for analyzing, organizing, and managing complex datasets to support the development, optimization, and training of the AI platform. This position works cross functionally with clinical, operational, and technical teams to understand data needs, identify gaps, and translate business, clinical, and workflow requirements into clear, actionable data insights.
The position prepares high quality data visualizations, dashboards, and executive level presentations that inform strategic decisions, monitor model performance, and ensure alignment with organizational goals. Through rigorous data evaluation and collaborative problem solving, the role strengthens model accuracy, supports continuous improvement initiatives, and advances the effective deployment of AI across the enterprise.
General Job Profile
  • Generally work is self-directed and not prescribed.
  • Works with less structured, more complex issues.
  • Serves as a resource to others.

You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities:
  • Analyze, organize, and manage complex datasets to support CAVA model development, optimization, and training
  • Collaborate cross functionally with clinical, operational, analytics, and technical teams to gather data requirements and ensure alignment with business objectives
  • Identify data gaps, quality issues, and integration needs; recommend solutions to enhance data readiness for model training and evaluation
  • Translate clinical and operational requirements into actionable data insights and model supporting datasets
  • Develop high quality data visualizations, dashboards, and reports that clearly communicate findings and support decision making
  • Prepare executive level presentations that summarize model performance, impacts, risks, and opportunities
  • Monitor and interpret model performance metrics; escalate issues and provide recommendations for improvement
  • Ensure data accuracy, integrity, reproducibility, and compliance with organizational data governance and regulatory standards
  • Apply consistent formatting, clarity, and messaging across all visualizations, dashboards, and presentations
  • Engage proactively with stakeholders to clarify requirements, manage expectations, and communicate findings in clear, accessible language
  • Maintain documentation, best practices, and knowledge related to data processes, workflows, and model readiness
  • Identify and implement opportunities to streamline data workflows and continuously improve analytical and model support processes
  • Remain up to date on best practices in analytics, AI/ML, healthcare data, and clinical operations to enhance overall model development and deployment

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 of experience in data analysis, healthcare analytics, clinical operations analytics, or a comparable analytical role
  • Experience working with healthcare datasets such as EHR, claims, care management, or operational data
  • Proficiency in SQL for data extraction and manipulation
  • Experience with analytical and statistical tools such as Python, R, or SAS (Python preferred)
  • Proficiency in data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms
  • Demonstrated ability to translate clinical and operational requirements into clear, actionable data insights
  • Demonstrated ability to develop executive level presentations and communicate analytical findings to senior leadership

Required Qualifications:
  • Familiarity with AI/ML concepts, model performance metrics, and data preparation practices
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain technical information to non technical audiences
  • Solid cross functional collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively with clinical, operational, product, and data science partners
  • Solid analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to identify data gaps and quality issues
  • High attention to detail with a commitment to data integrity, accuracy, and governance standards
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment while maintaining high quality work
  • Self motivated, curious, and committed to continuous learning and process improvement

*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 to $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 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.
UnitedHealth Group is 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 is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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