Implementation Specialist – Cardiology – 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 inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.  

The Implementation Specialist role is primarily focused on bringing online Optum’s Cardiology PACS system for our customers; specifically, configuring HL7 interfaces, setting up worklist filtering and authorization, as well as customizing the various modules in our reporting application. Working in collaboration with a cohesive team, you will be the lead HL7 resource to coordinate, install, customize, troubleshoot and validate the configuration of interfaces and reports to integrate the CARD PACS system to the customer’s HIS/RIS (Hospital/Radiology Information System) and other downstream systems.

You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Work closely with customers and internal technical team members to design, plan and implement optimal deployments of Cardiology PACS
• Plan, coordinate and configure interfaces in a healthcare environment using HL7 and XML standards
• Activate and customize report templates for clinical reports, including adult echo, pediatric echo, stress echo, vascular, Nuclear Medicine, and ECG modules
• Analyze issues and resolve technical problems that may occur during implementation
• Assist with customer testing
• Create and update issue tickets as needed
• Test, benchmark and verify that the implemented system is error free
• Support the customer during go-live when system is activated for live Production use

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 IT experience working with Information Systems
• Experience with HL7 protocol
• Experience with Windows Server environments
• Experience in a customer-facing role
• Experience with Windows applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Proven ability to work independently and under tight timelines
• Driver’s License and access to reliable transportation

Preferred Qualifications:

• Security+ certification
• Experience implementing CPACS, RIS, EMR or other clinical systems
• Experience in CPACS application administration
• Experience with Medical Imaging/DICOM protocol

*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 $71,200 to $127,200 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.