Care Team Associate

Optum NY/NJ, is seeking a Care Team Associate (CTA) to join our team in Fishkill, NY. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.

As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

At Optum, you'll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while  Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The Care Team Associate (CTA) will effectively support the successful implementation and execution of all Care Management (CM) processes for Complex Case Management (CCM), Disease Management (DM), Transitional Case Management (TCM), Emergency Department (ED) Follow-Up, and Social Services (SS) programs. The CTA will provide support to care management team including CM manager, CM Director, and CM Vice President to ensure applicable program processes and operational responsibilities are met. The CTA provides support for CM processes. This position is responsible for daily census management, task management, and general coordination functions. This position will serve as a liaison with internal/external customers/departments to ensure optimal customer service.

Schedule: A 40-hour work week, Monday through Friday and 8-hour shift between the hours of 8 am to 5:00pm. The schedule will be determined by the supervisor upon hire.

Location: 600 Westage Drive, Third Floor Fishkill, NY 12524 - Possibility of working three days a week from home.

If you reside in Fishkill , NY , you will enjoy the flexibility of an Office-Based role as you take on some tough challenges. 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Documents all member interactions in a concise manner that is compliant with documentation requirements for Model of Care, NCQA and Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) regulations
• Receives and responds to incoming Care Coordination inquiries from all communication venues: e.g., phone queue, CM/UM electronic platform, portal, department e-mail box or RightFax
• Coordinates and assists in monitoring of documentation CM queues for CCM, DM, TCM, ED Follow-up and SS referrals
• CTA processes CM requests via all communication venues; as well as administrative preparation for clinical staff
• Conducts in-bound and out-bound calls for program requirements including, but not limited to: member scheduling, surveys/screenings, census management and distribution of materials to appropriate clinical personnel or members
• Performs daily preparation of INPT and Post-Acute Census for use in CM referrals, and informs CM Manager or designated Registered Nurse Lead of outstanding cases to ensure adherence to NCQA regulations
• Completes timely data entry of in-bound and/or out-bound call member contact information into software applications
• Provides clerical and/or administrative support to clinical staff and managers for special projects and reporting needs
• Provides excellent customer service by serving as a resource to all internal and external customers
• Attends required meetings and participates in ad hoc committees as needed
• Maintains knowledge of all health plan benefits, network, NCQA regulations, health plan policies
• Identifies opportunities for process improvement in all aspects of member care
• Must maintain strict confidentiality at all times
• Must adhere to all department/organizational policies and procedures
• Performs all other related duties as assigned

What are the reasons to consider working for UnitedHealth Group? Put it all together - competitive base pay, a full and comprehensive benefit program, performance rewards, and a management team who demonstrates their commitment to your success. Some of our offerings include:

• Paid Time Off which you start to accrue with your first pay period plus 8 Paid Holidays
• Medical Plan options along with participation in a Health Spending Account or a Health Saving account
• Dental, Vision, Life& AD&D Insurance along with Short-term disability and Long-Term Disability coverage
• 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Education Reimbursement 
• Employee Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Voluntary Benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance, etc.) 

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 
• 2+ years of administrative support experience 
• 2+ years of medical terminology knowledge base
• 1+ years of computer proficiency experience in Microsoft Office and demonstrates solid computer skills
• 1+ years of ability and knowledge to toggle between multiple IT systems and platforms
• Must live within a commutable distance to Fishkill, NY
• Access to a designated quiet workspace in your home (separated from non-workspace areas) with the ability to secure Protected Health Information (PHI)
• Live in a location that can receive a UnitedHealth Group approved high-speed internet connection or leverage an existing high-speed internet service

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Medical Assistant training or certification
• 2+ years of experience in a physician's clinic or hospital
• Additional years of experience working in a medical care setting as a receptionist or medical assistant

Soft Skills: 

• Able to prioritize, plan, and handle multiple tasks/demands simultaneously
• Ability to work independently and as a team, and maintain good judgment and accountability 
• Demonstrated ability to work well with health care providers 
• Strong organizational and time management skills 
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks to meet all deadlines 
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to speak clearly and concisely, conveying information in a manner that others can understand, as well as ability to understand and interpret information from others

Physical & Mental Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to use fine motor skills to operate office equipment and/or machinery
• Ability to receive and comprehend instructions verbally and/or in writing
• Ability to use logical reasoning for simple and complex problem solving

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 $16.00 to $29.00 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 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.

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