Director, Provider Prior Authorization Products - 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 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 Product Director, Provider Prior Authorization Products, is a strategic leader and innovator with responsibility for partnering internally and externally to launch new products in the provider prior authorization space. This leader will develop a perspective on market unmet needs and work with a cross-functional team to design innovative and differentiated ways to solve market problems and drive growth for the business. They will then drive this design forward into implementation and launch and ensure cross-functional alignment around a unified roadmap, working closely with sales, operations, technology, marketing, and finance. In addition, the role will determine how best to mix internal build capabilities with external partnership or other inorganic opportunities to accelerate market launch at scale.You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. Primary Responsibilities:Lead a portfolio of products for a top growth priority area within the Innovation pillar at Optum InsightDrive focus and prioritization on market opportunities within prior authorization, stemming from unmet needs and large growth opportunitiesDevelop the business model and business case for investment; keep business and outcomes goals top of mind and cascade to product, investment, feature and roadmap decisionsMake recommendations on build/buy/partner and lead execution of that strategyForge alignment between cross-functional stakeholders in a matrixed environment, including General Management, Product, Marketing, Sales, TechnologyLead and mentor a team Partner with sales and partnerships leaders to identify client and partner opportunities. Build trust and inspire confidence in prospects. Ensure persuasive delivery of information and negotiate win-win agreementsFoster teamwork, collaboration, innovation, and employee engagementUnderstand and document macro / micro market trends and competitive threats to drive the product’s strategy and underpin the most important featuresYou’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:8+ years of professional experience (includes both work experience and applicable graduate degree such as MBA, MHA, MD)3+ years of healthcare experience3+ years functional experience in new product development, product management, consulting, or general managementExperience developing customer-driven solutionsExperience developing financial modelsExperience building partnerships with other companiesPreferred Qualifications:Experience bringing new healthcare products to marketExperience leading senior-level presentations and discussions or workshopsDeep understanding of the healthcare ecosystem including payers, providers and regulatory agenciesWorking knowledge of Optum & UnitedHealth GroupStrength in making data-driven decisionsProven solid people leader who aligns cross-functional teams around a compelling vision and workplan, especially in a matrixed organizationProven solid management, communication, and negotiation skills*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Maryland, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Washington, Washington, D.C.  Residents Only: The salary range for this role is $122,100 to $234,700 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.Brand: OptumInsightJob ID: 2254769Employment Type: Full-timeJob Area: Sales & MarketingFunction: Sales GeneralIndustry: Direct Health/Medical Insurance Carrier