EDI Business Interface Analyst - 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 Interface Analyst (IA) role will be responsible for working directly with clients and partners of CYC and developing data interface requirements that allow effective, accurate and timely electronic data exchange to occur. The IA will be expected to work effectively both independently and in a collaborative team environment that requires significant coordination, communication and cross-functional support. The IA role will support full lifecycle data integration needs, including: requirements gathering, data mapping, testing, deployment and on-going support. This role requires high levels of organization, attention to detail and the ability to multitask across a variety of projects.You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.Primary Responsibilities:Interface Analyst:

Prepares and updates file specifications and technical documentation

Conducts file consultations to discuss data exchange best practices and protocols to promote standardization for new file setups

Identifies and analyzes data requirements to support required system behavior and implementation success and outlines gaps between standard and non-standard processes.

Acts as liaison with developers and business stakeholders, creating strong working relationships across departments

Develops requirements to be used by interface developers to create custom data transformations

Coordinates and performs testing on all assigned interface projects. Analyzes data and provides testing results and corrective actions to data partners.

Coordinates and supports file delivery / transport schedules, protocols and processing

Supports implementation of process improvement opportunities

Senior Interface Analyst:

All Interface Analyst I functions, plus the following:

Solutions complex data interface requirements across both inbound and outbound data exchanges to ensure data integrity, accuracy and that the coordination of all interfaces work seamlessly together

Defines test plans and standard operating procedures that ensure business requirements and system capabilities are appropriately aligned.

Consults clients and internal stakeholders into best practices with experience that identifies benefits, risks and challenges.

Designs optimized solutions that are maintainable when standard best practices cannot be achieved.

Provides review, guidance, support and training to other team members

Manages both implementation projects as well as ongoing support / maintenance needs

Responsible for task management, ticket/issue triage and coordination

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:

2+ years experience with data analysis, systems integration or ETL

2+ years experience working in a service delivery organization

Experience in handling electronic data exchange of information

Solid understanding of secure file transmission protocols

Knowledge of data file formats and 834 data sets for enrollment and eligibility

Ability to understand and implement business requirements specific to data exchange

Experience working with insurance providers and/or Third Party Administrators in a similar capacity

Proficiency with common data analysis tools such as Excel or Access

Ability to support multiple, simultaneous projects / tasks

Preferred Qualifications:

2+ years of industry, HR, benefits or related experience

SQL experience

Understanding of creating technical specifications and test plans

COBRA knowledge

All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy.The salary range for this role is $59,500 to $116,600 annually based on full-time employment. 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.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.