Senior Implementation Project Manager – Remote

Optum Insight is improving the flow of health data and information to create a more connected system. We remove friction and drive alignment between care providers and payers, and ultimately consumers. Our deep expertise in the industry and innovative technology empower us to help organizations reduce costs while improving risk management, quality and revenue growth. Ready to help us deliver results that improve lives? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Project Manager to manage installation and implementation projects across the Optum product suite. This includes Radiology, Cardiology, Workflow, upgrades, migrations, and bespoke solutions tailored to the customer needs. This position is primarily focused on our government clients (VA, DoD, DLA) from initiation through completion and acceptance, including the government revenue process.

You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. For all hires in the Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. area, you will be required to work in the office a minimum of four days per week.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead technical system implementations for government healthcare product installations from start to finish
• Deliver technical, infrastructure, and professional services projects which could include Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS) Cardiology Systems, Workflow Peer Review Systems, data migration, and other solutions as necessary
• Scope, plan, and manage delivery to meet timelines, healthcare quality standards and budgets
• Coordinate and manage internal and external stakeholders across the healthcare sector and other cross-functional teams
• Create and maintain essential project documentation (scope, plans, budgets, milestones)
• Proactively manage risks, issues, and coordinate remediation
• Support sales and contracting with tenders and related activities

You’ll play a key role in shaping the future of enterprise imaging and delivering solutions that improve clinical care, patient outcomes, and drive clinical efficiency.

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:

• 5+ years of project management experience supporting implementation of projects
• Experience in healthcare implementation
• Experience managing projects with healthcare technology environments
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and tools
• Proven solid project leadership and stakeholder management skills, with accountability for scope, budget, and timelines

Preferred Qualifications:

• PMP or similar certification preferred but not mandatory if candidate has equivalent experience
• Experience with imaging and healthcare systems (PACS, RIS, DICOM, HL7, Enterprise imaging solutions)
• Vendor-side or healthcare consulting experience
• Experience working with government organizations 
• Familiarity with SharePoint, Jira, Confluence, and Smartsheets

*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.

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