Regulatory Affairs Consultant - 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.

Let's talk about the ongoing transformation of health care. Change is happening rapidly and the health of millions is at stake. It's our responsibility and we need the right people to drive it, endlessly, with no compromises. As a Regulatory Affairs Consultant supporting the OptumRx business, you will be a key contributor on our Regulatory Affairs Team. You will research, document, communicate, and track implementation for regulatory changes in the health care system. It's an opportunity to make a huge impact.

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

Primary Responsibilities:

• Monitor new state and federal laws and regulations and proposed regulations
• Review and draft analysis of complex regulatory changes and identify potential impact to assigned business segments
• Communicate and serve as a subject matter expert on new regulatory requirements for business partners
• Provide oversight on implementations to ensure compliance measures are met
• Collect data, coordinate, and develop reports, and maintain internal and external documentation in tracking tool
• Serve as key resource and strategic partner on complex regulatory issues for individuals across all levels of the organization
• Review proposed regulations and coordinate comments in response to the proposed regulations
• Lead department improvement projects / education opportunities
• Serve as a subject matter expert to other Regulatory Affairs team members on the most complex issues

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.

Years of post-high school education can be substituted/is equivalent to years of experience

Required Qualifications:

• 6+ years of experience working in a healthcare/health insurance environment in a regulatory or compliance role
• Proficient use of Legal research tools such as Lexis/Nexis and Statenet
• Proven ability to lead calls with business areas and clients
• Proven ability to read, analyze and communicate complex laws, regulations and related documents
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally with functions such as legal, client communications, compliance, and account management
• Proven ability to review work performed by others and provide recommendations for improvement
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects/tasks successfully
• Proven solid analytical skills and attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications:

• Licensed Attorney or Paralegal Certificate
• Experience using the Archer eGRC application
• Knowledge of pharmacy benefits management industry
• Knowledge and experience with Medicaid laws and regulations
• Demonstrated advanced writing and presentation skills

• All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy

California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, or Washington Residents Only: The salary range for California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, or Washington residents is $88,000 to $173,200 annually. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. 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.

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.