What I do:
I‘m involved in determining the benefits, pricing, and setting rates for the benefit plans we offer to the Medicare eligible population. I’m also involved in the regulatory filings with the Federal Government to support our pricing.
How I make a difference:
I provide health care services to meet the needs of America’s aging population.
Why my job is great:
My work is varied, our department gets much exposure to other areas of the company, and our role is key to the financial success of the company.
The challenges of my job:
Balancing growth and financial success.
How I impact my community:
Volunteering at community sporting events and my church.
What makes this a greater place to work:
Underwriting is a key driver of the business and impacts many areas of the company.
What’s great about me:
I’m loyal; I have 20 years of experience at UnitedHealth Group.
Little known fact about me:
I enjoy running and have run five marathons.
Words I live by:
God never leads us down a path where He hasn’t already made a way.
What I currently work on:
Developing a pricing model for group Medicare quotes.
Rewards that make this a great career:
You receive variety and exposure to different areas of the company.
The unique aspects of this job:
Our job in Ovations Underwriting is unique in that we are working with the Federal Government to help provide health care to the Medicare eligible population, which brings the unique aspects of working within the regulatory environment.
What it takes to be successful:
Strong communication skills are a must. First, the company is spread across the country, as well as, our department, so communication takes various forms: email, conference calls, etc. Second, we are providing information to several different customers where we need clear and concise communication. Flexibility is also a necessity. The health care industry is a changing industry and our company must continually change its processes and products to meet the needs of the health care purchasers. Lastly you should be attentive to detail. Thoroughness and accuracy are important in modeling my various benefit plans and reviewing my regulatory filings.
Something a potential candidate should know:
You will need to field many questions from various different areas of the company as Underwriting impacts many areas.
You should consider this job if:
You are creative, flexible, like attention to detail and exposure.