Community Health Worker - Telecommute

Company: UnitedHealth Group
Location: Indianapolis
Posted on: September 24, 2022

Job Description:

$1500 Sign On Bonus For External Candidates UnitedHealthcare is a company that's on the rise. We're expanding in multiple directions, across borders and, most of all, in the way we think. Here, innovation isn't about another gadget, it's about transforming the health care industry. Ready to make a difference? Make yourself at home with us and start doing your life's best work.(sm) The Healthcare Services Coordinator is responsible for collaborating with the member's interdisciplinary care team to facilitate care coordination and conduct comprehensive member assessments that include bio-psychosocial, functional, and behavioral health needs and develop an individualized care plan (ICP) to address member needs identified through the assessment process. Challenge brings out the best in us. It also attracts the best. That's why you'll find some of the most amazingly talented people in health care here. We serve the health care needs of low-income adults with debilitating illnesses such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and HIV/AIDS. Our holistic, outcomes-based approach considers social, behavioral, economic, physical, and environmental factors. Join us. Work with proactive health care, community, and government partners to heal health care and create positive change for those who need it most. This position is full-time (40 hours/week) Monday - Friday. Employees are required to work our normal business hours of 8:00am to 4:30pm EST. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime or weekends. We offer 12 weeks of paid training. The hours during training will be 8:00am to 4:30pm EST from Monday to Friday. Training will be conducted virtually from your home. If you are located within Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, or New Hampshire and are within a - commutable distance to Waltham, MA, you will have the flexibility to telecommute* (work from home) as you take on some tough challenges. Our office is located at 950 Winter Street, Suite 3800, Waltham MA 02451. Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide exceptional customer service
• Multi - task, inbound / outbound phone calls to members and / or physicians
• Complete assessments and documentation within a CER system
• Provide benefit explanation
• Health care knowledge surrounding disease management, community resources, durable medical / consumable products
• Provide care coordination telephonically; completing assessments and documentation within a clinical system while multi - tasking other applications gathering information to support member's needs
• Telephonic case management and some administrative responsibilities for the clinical department related to member care
• Moderate work experience within own function
• Some work is completed without established procedures
• Basic tasks are completed without review by others
• Supervision / guidance is required for higher level tasks
• Role assists in coordinating health services and involve writing care plans 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:
  • High School Diploma / GED (or higher)
  • 2+ years of experience working in a Healthcare environment or Case Management
  • Experience with Medical Terminology, Benefits Management, Claims, and / or Healthcare Insurance
  • Ability to work our normal business hours from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM EST Monday to Friday
  • 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 Telecommute Requirements:
    • Reside within a commutable distance to Waltham, MA (can reside in MA, RI, NH or CT)
    • Required to have a dedicated work area established that is separated from other living areas and provides information privacy
    • Ability to keep all company sensitive documents secure (if applicable)
    • Must live in a location that can receive a UnitedHealth Group approved high-speed internet connection or leverage an existing high-speed internet service Preferred Qualification:
      • Bilingual Soft Skills:
        • Solid typing, writing and grammar skills
        • Very fast paced environment with 10+ people, team player, goal focused, must be self - motivated, take initiative and willing to learn in a fast environment
        • Experience with Microsoft Outlook (send emails and set folders) and Microsoft Excel (update spreadsheets) 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 at UnitedHealthcare Community & State. Challenge brings out the best in us. It also attracts the best. That's why you'll find some of the most amazingly talented people in health care here. We serve the health care needs of low income adults and children with debilitating illnesses such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, HIV/AIDS and high-risk pregnancy. Our holistic, outcomes-based approach considers social, behavioral, economic, physical and environmental factors. Join us. Work with proactive health care, community and government partners to heal health care and create positive change for those who need it most. This is the place to do your life's best work.(sm) Connecticut Residents Only: The hourly range for Connecticut residents is $20.00 to $35.53. 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. Military & Veterans find your next mission: We know your background and experience is different and we like that. UnitedHealth Group values the skills, experience and dedication that serving in the military demands. In fact, many of the values defined in the service mirror what the UnitedHealth Group culture holds true: Integrity, Compassion, Relationships, Innovation and Performance. Whether you are looking to transition from active duty to a civilian career, or are an experienced veteran or spouse, we want to help guide your career journey. Learn more at Learn how Teresa, a Senior Quality Analyst, works with military veterans and ensures they receive the best benefits and experience possible. - *All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy. **PLEASE NOTE** The Sign On Bonus is only available to external candidates. Candidates who are currently working for a UnitedHealth Group, UnitedHealthcare or a related entity in a full time, part time, or per diem basis ("Internal Candidates") are not eligible to receive a Sign On Bonus. 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.

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