Senior Compliance Analyst - Legal Entity Licensing

Licensing Analyst

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 Licensing Analyst is responsible for the end-to-end filing of state licensing and enrollment requirements supporting the OB Homecare business. This role ensures ongoing compliance with federal and state regulatory requirements, which shall include, home health licensing, Durable Medical Equipment (DME) licensing, Specialty licensing as required (i.e. Biomedical Waste, etc.), Medicaid/Medicare enrollments and maintenance as well as business licenses across all operating locations.

Location: This role will be based in Atlanta, GA. Training will be onsite and role will be remote once training is completed.

If you reside near Atlanta, GA, you'll enjoy the flexibility to telecommute as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Partner closely with Compliance, Legal, Operations, and Product leadership to ensure timely submissions, proactive risk identification, and sustained regulatory readiness.
• Prepare, submit, all required state and federal filings as required for OB Homecare to provide services to commercial and Medicaid beneficiaries.
• Monitor filing statuses to ensure timely approvals.
• Serve as a liaison with state agencies to resolve application issues and deficiencies.
• Obtain and maintain all required state and local licenses, including, but not limited to: Durable Medical Equipment (DME) supplier licenses, home health, and business licenses across all operating jurisdictions
• Track renewal cycles and ensure timely submission of renewal applications and supporting documentation.
• Interpret state-specific licensing requirements and assess applicability to business operations.
• Proactively identify licensing and enrollment risks (e.g., expirations, delayed approvals, incomplete filings) and escalate as appropriate.
• Ensure all regulatory filings are completed accurately and in accordance with internal SOPs and external requirements.
• Maintain accurate licensing and enrollment information and records within established tracking system and file repositories.
• Produce reports and dashboards reflecting status, risks, and upcoming deadlines.
• Ensure clear ownership and accountability for data inputs required to complete filings.

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

• High School Diploma/GED
• 3+ years of experience in healthcare regulatory licensing, enrollment, or a related compliance function.
• 3+ years of experience with Medicare and Medicaid enrollment processes (initial, revalidation, updates)
• Strong working knowledge of CMS, state Medicaid, and multi-state licensing requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Paralegal certificate, Healthcare certification, undergraduate degree, or equivalent experience
• State regulatory licensing, including DME and Home Health
• Experience supporting multi-state healthcare operations and complex organizational structures
• Familiarity with accreditation standards (e.g., ACHC, Joint Commission)
• Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines with high level of accuracy

Key Competencies

• Regulatory Acumen: Strong understanding of complex, multi-state regulatory environments.
• Execution & Accountability: Demonstrated ability to manage deadlines and drive tasks to completion with minimal oversight.
• Attention to Detail: Ensures accuracy in filings and assess business and compliance impact.
• Communication: Ability to clearly communicate requirements, risks, and status to stakeholders and leadership.
• Problem Solving: Identifies issues early and develops practical, compliant solutions.

All Telecommuters 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 hourly pay for this role will range from $72,800 to $130,000 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. 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.