Chief Executive Officer - Optum Health, Pacific Northwest

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 Chief Executive Officer - Optum Health, Pacific Northwest will provide overall strategic and operational direction for the Pacific Northwest Region (Oregon and Washington markets) and advances the company's mission by leading the development of short and long-range objectives, policies, budgets and operating plans for the markets.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Formulate and implement business plans and strategies to ensure profitable operations, meet short-term objectives and support long-term growth, success and competitive position in the markets
• In partnership with the Medical Group President, deliver the clinical value proposition focused on quality, affordability and service
• Be accountable for full profit and loss (P&L) responsibility and develop and implement adequate measures to meet the fiscal needs of the company and maintain an effective system of budgetary control
• Monitor and analyze the changing healthcare landscape and lead programs and policies to proactively address the changing needs of the membership
• Identify State and/or product-specific priorities and determine the appropriate strategic approach that will drive business growth and differentiation in the marketplace
• Develop, plan and implement programs to achieve objectives in growth and structure through mergers, acquisitions and affiliations with other healthcare providers
• Participate in leadership readiness and job expansion activities for subordinate executives to ensure innovation and implementation of best practices, organizational sustainability and continuity of business operations
• Develop relationships with payer partners as necessary to achieve long-term growth and profitability objectives
• Lead the development and execution of strategies on behalf of the larger organization
• Lead patient satisfaction programs, lean initiatives and compliance with regulatory standards
• Provide personal leadership that encourages employee productivity and responsiveness to the needs of current and prospective members, providers and other community and regulatory customers
• Foster and build a collaborative partnership with a cross-functional internal team and external constituents and stakeholders
• In partnership with the Medical Group leadership, foster and develop the OptumCare culture among staff and physicians and foster an atmosphere of trust and open dialogue

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:

• 10+ years in a leadership capacity in a large healthcare delivery organization with a focus on FFS practices
• 10+ years working in a large matrixed organization
• 10+ years P&L and/or extensive budgeting experience
• Proven experience in running a population health medical group
• Demonstrated success in leading the strategic and operational turnaround of a large medical group, overseeing multiple physician practices
• Experience in the healthcare industry and its regulatory environment coupled with demonstrated strategic leadership and organizational development experience
• Travel up to 50%

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated successful leadership skills in program execution and people management
• Proven leadership skills in both internal and external environments
• Ability to execute to short and long-term growth and maintaining budgetary targets
• Management experience and executive oversight in a clinical setting
• Experience in medical utilization management, medical quality assurance, quality improvement techniques and risk management
• Extensive knowledge of medical operations; solid knowledge of management practices, human relations, consensus building and collaborative ability
• Must have solid oral and written communication techniques and be professionally respected by peers; leadership ability; demonstrated expertise in multiple medical care setting

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 $225,000 to $375,000 annually 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.

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.