Associate Architect
Highmark Health job in Austin, TX
Within area of expertise (application, solution, information, technology, business), assists in design, development, implementation, support, and optimization of architecture strategy to meet business capabilities and needs. Assists in ensuring completeness of architecture by adequately addressing all the pertinent concerns of its stakeholders. Assists in ensuring integrity of architecture by connecting various views of stakeholders, reconciling conflicting concerns, and showing the trade-offs made in so doing. Considers practicality and fitness for purpose in determining architecture to develop. Leverages business and technology knowledge to enable and/or alter business processes, practices, organizations and systems. Maintains knowledge of emerging technologies and best in class industry business trends and practices.
**ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Assists in providing strategic consultation to business customers in defining or designing less complex business processes, functions and organizational structures, as well as in researching, identifying and internally marketing enabling technologies based on customer capability requirements. Facilitates development of enterprise business solutions that combine knowledge of particular business processes and issues, general technological options, and process facilitation techniques. Participates in enterprise strategy development, including environmental analysis, opportunity identification, value cases and business innovation portfolio development.
+ Assists in specifying and designing less complex systems, solutions, networks, infrastructure elements, or processes. Selects appropriate design standards, methods and tools and ensures that they are applied effectively. Reviews others' system design to ensure selection of appropriate technology, efficient use of resources and integration of multiple systems and technology. Establishes policy for selection of architecture components. Evaluates and undertakes impact analysis on major design options. Ensures that the system architecture balances functional, service quality and systems management requirements.
+ Assists in using appropriate tools, including models of components and interfaces, to contribute to the development of architectures. Produces detailed component requirements, specifications and translates these into detailed solutions/designs for implementation using selected products. Provides advice on technical aspects of system development, integration (including requests for changes, deviations from specifications, etc.) and processes. Ensures that relevant technical and business strategies, policies, standards and practices are applied correctly.
+ Assists in selecting and using tools and methods to establish, clarify, and communicate the functional and non-functional requirements of system users, their characteristics, and tasks. Identifies the technical, organizational, and physical environment in which less complex products or systems will operate. Identifies, proposes, initiates, and leads improvement programs, taking responsibility for the quality and appropriateness of the work performed and the realization of measurable business benefits. Modifies existing process improvement approaches and/or develops new approaches to achieving improvement.
+ Assists in ensuring the resolution of a variety of architecture and business problems and serves as a technical or business resource for less complex project initiatives.
+ Communicates effectively with all levels of organization
+ Manages expectations of customers, partners and management
+ Participates in customer walkthroughs and plans; design and technical walkthroughs; and problem resolution and decision making
+ Interacts with departments across the organization as necessary, including the development and interpretation of less complex requirements for peers and other staff.
+ Maintains an in-depth knowledge of specific technical aspects in area of expertise and provides advice regarding their application. The area of specific expertise may be any aspect of information or communication technology, technique, method, process, product, or application area.
+ Provides leadership in the areas of expertise and architecture to their peers, developers, management and business users including technical expertise, coaching, and ad-hoc training by:
+ Preparing presentations on less complex issues on the area of expertise
+ Presenting to their peers to ensure consistency to Highmark's strategic direction.
+ Other duties as assigned or requested.
**EDUCATION**
**Required**
+ Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology or related field
**Substitutions**
+ 6 years of related experience in lieu of a 4 year degree
**Preferred**
+ Master's Degree
**EXPERIENCE**
**Required**
+ None
**Preferred**
+ Health insurance industry business knowledge
**LICENSES or CERTIFICATIONS**
**Required**
+ None
**Preferred**
+ Industry certifications
**SKILLS**
An Architect is not required to have experience in all of these, but is required to have those needed to support applications they are responsible for supporting. Current skill set are reviewed every other year, new skills may be required to meet changing business needs.
+ Skills:
+ IMS, DB2, Oracle and Teradata Databases, Data Warehousing
+ COBAL, Visual Basic, C C++, SAS
+ Java/JavaScript Framework
+ PEGA, CSS3, Mobile, JSON, Cognos, Hadoop, SQL, J2EE, HTML5/XML
+ Project Management Tools:
+ Waterfall
+ Agile
+ Certification in application areas such as:
+ Java Developer
+ DB2, Cogno, PEGA, Enterprise Architect(SCEA), Project Management
**PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS**
**Position Type**
Office-based
Teaches / trains others regularly
Occasionally
Travel regularly from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site
Rarely
Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees)
Never
Physical work site required
Yes
Lifting: up to 10 pounds
Constantly
Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds
Occasionally
Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds
Never
**_Disclaimer:_** _The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job._
**_Compliance Requirement_** _: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies._
_As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company's Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy._
_Furthermore, it is every employee's responsibility to comply with the company's Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements._
**Pay Range Minimum:**
$57,700.00
**Pay Range Maximum:**
$107,800.00
_Base pay is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate's qualifications, experience, and expected contributions, as well as internal peer equity, market, and business considerations. The displayed salary range does not reflect any geographic differential Highmark may apply for certain locations based upon comparative markets._
Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the email below.
For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at *****************************
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Req ID: J273535
Director Reimbursement Design & Market Evaluation
Highmark Health job in Austin, TX
This job supports the matrixed strategic design and analytical approach to reimbursement. To be successful, the incumbent will work closely with stakeholders across the enterprise in the development and implementation of an integrated roadmap for the introduction and delivery of new and innovative reimbursement models across all of Highmark's markets and lines of business. This will require aligning new models to the health plan's strategic objectives based on a deep understanding of innovation and industry trends in both the commercial and government lines of business. This team will be responsible for supporting development and maintaining models that will drive both the return on investment (ROI) and other decisions on the payer partnership constructs. These new approaches require new operational capabilities, and this team is responsible for identifying those gaps, building requirements to drive the development of new capabilities, and tying them to Highmark's strategic capability roadmap. They will need to work effectively across teams to inform and influence change to drive adoption and ROI realization. Critical partners include Advanced Analytics, Contracting, Market and Provider support teams, Actuary, Finance, Highmark Health Solutions, Health Plan Operations.
**ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Perform management responsibilities to include, but are not limited to: involved in hiring and termination decisions, coaching and development, rewards and recognition, performance management and staff productivity. Plan, organize, staff, direct and control the day-to-day operations of the department; develop and implement policies and programs as necessary; may have budgetary responsibility and authority.
+ Develop the overall conceptualization, strategy alignment, financial models, and high-level design of new reimbursement models for both government and private payers. Programs will include but not be limited to fee for service, pay-for-value programs, episode payments, prospective bundled payments, gain share and risk share models across all lines of business with the goal of maximizing quality while reducing healthcare costs. Develops and maintains a 3-5 year strategic roadmap outlining current and future reimbursement designs across markets and lines of business with input from key executives across the organization. It will require that this team keeps abreast of new developments in both the public and private reimbursement space, including new innovative models developed by CMS to ensure seamless integration and that the organization is ahead of the curve with regard to our strategy.
+ Work in a Health Economist approach to build and maintain analytical models that performs evaluation of reimbursement models. Continuously evaluates models and seeks for innovative ways to make improvements based on data and market research. Working closely with Contracting and Provider Relation Leaders and others across the enterprise to develop targeted reimbursement models that support enterprise strategic initiatives that might fall outside of planned value-based reimbursement designs and/or to serve as a focus of innovation.
+ Develop and maintains strategic provider relationships to understand the current health care delivery state, readiness for change, test value based programming concepts and components, identify key partners, identify and proactively communicate market transformation concepts with provider and professional advocacy societies and key thought leaders. Serve as a subject matter expert working in concert with provider relations and clinical transformation consultants to explain new programs and results to key provider partners.
+ Other duties as assigned or requested.
**EDUCATION**
**Required**
+ Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Healthcare Administration, or Related Field
**Substitutions**
+ 6 years of relevant work experience
**Preferred**
+ Master's Degree in Business or Healthcare Administration
**EXPERIENCE**
**Minimum**
+ 7 years Healthcare, Healthcare Insurance, Consulting or related area
+ 3 years Value-based reimbursement, through managed care contracting, provider reimbursement, consulting, population health delivery or related areas
+ 4 years Research and strategic planning around emerging trends in reimbursement, network, and payment model design. Demonstrate of the application of healthcare economic drivers and/or population health based analytics
To include
+ 1 year Experience working with technology vendors, and other service provider solutions to source key capabilities
+ 2 years Proven experience in working in a Health Economist capacity driving understanding of current health trends.
**Preferred**
+ 5 years Familiarity with alternative care model designs (e.g., patient centered medical home, ACO), alternative reimbursement models (e.g., bundled payments), and provider / health plan quality programs (e.g. pay for performance)
+ 5 years Familiarity with the delivery of health care services across the continuum and quality metrics.
+ 5 years Experience in running large cross organizational programs and projects
+ 5 years Familiarity with health plan and provider contracting or revenue management
+ 2 years Understanding of provider contract documents and overall contract management process
**LICENSES or CERTIFICATIONS**
**Required**
+ None
**Preferred**
+ None
**SKILLS**
+ Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly and persuasively. Including excellent leadership skills, with the ability to relate to all levels of management and staff as well as individuals external to the corporation
+ Highly effective oral and written communications skills
+ Ability to manage multiple, complex projects within prescribed timelines
+ Proficient in MS Office suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and project management software
+ High level of autonomy and self-direction, to guide reimbursement model design from concept through to execution
+ Ability to successfully navigate complex organization, engaging multiple stakeholders to achieve reimbursement objectives
+ Strong financial background and analytical skills with a deep understanding of the economic drivers of healthcare
+ Comfort and with real-time calculations of cost, membership, etc. (i.e., "back of the envelope" estimations)
**Language: (Other than English)**
+ None
**Travel Requirement:**
+ 0% - 25%
**PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS**
**Position Type**
Office-based
Teaches / trains others regularly
Frequently
Travel regularly from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site
Rarely
Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees)
Does Not Apply
Physical work site required
Yes
Lifting: up to 10 pounds
Constantly
Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds
Occasionally
Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds
Rarely
**_Disclaimer:_** _The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job._
**_Compliance Requirement_** _: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies_
_As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company's Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy._
_Furthermore, it is every employee's responsibility to comply with the company's Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements._
**Pay Range Minimum:**
$126,400.00
**Pay Range Maximum:**
$236,000.00
_Base pay is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate's qualifications, experience, and expected contributions, as well as internal peer equity, market, and business considerations. The displayed salary range does not reflect any geographic differential Highmark may apply for certain locations based upon comparative markets._
Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the email below.
For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at *****************************
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Req ID: J267196
Strategy Advancement Advisor
Austin, TX job
**Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first** Humana is a publicly traded, Fortune 100 health benefits company with a long history of successful innovation and reinvention. It has transformed itself from the largest US nursing home company in the 60's, to the largest US hospital corporation in the 80's, to a leading health benefits company beginning in the 90's. Today, Humana is a leader in consumer-focused health solutions and is one of the largest health benefits organizations in the country.
Consumer Segment Team
Identifying and delivering new avenues of growth is a critical company priority. The Consumer Segment team is an entrepreneurial, multi-functional team within Humana's Medicare and Medicaid business unit. The team is focused on driving industry leading membership growth, retention and health outcomes by identifying new consumer insights, developing growth strategies, and activating them across the enterprise to serve the unique needs of prioritized segments.
Humana is seeking an experienced team member with meaningful strategy consulting or healthcare strategy experience to join this team. As Strategy Advancement Advisor, you will support development and implementation of consumer segment strategies that drive growth and retention while optimizing member experience and outcomes. You'll collaborate with teammates and cross-functional partners to frame up business questions, conduct analyses, and recommend solutions. You will help answer key strategic business questions that arise during the annual product/sales cycle across multiple domains, including product design, plan footprint, marketing and sales performance, membership analytics, customer/provider satisfaction and more. You will proactively identify new consumer insights and create business cases to support new pilots and initiatives to address critical unmet consumer needs.
**Key Responsibilities Include** :
+ Managing analysis and/or work streams within high-profile, high-impact strategy projects
+ Conducting industry, market, competitor, and financial analysis and deliverables that clearly frame objectives, issues/challenges, and articulate compelling, insightful findings, conclusions, and recommendations
+ Conducting interviews, working sessions, and report-outs with associates and leaders across the company
+ Own development and presentation of key deliverables for leadership and cross-functional partners
+ Innovate new pilots and member experiences to drive growth and improved retention
+ Support business case development for key initiatives
**Use your skills to make an impact**
**Required Qualifications**
+ 7+ years of full-time relevant strategic work experience, ideally post-MBA
+ Strategy management consulting experience
+ Experience leading broad initiatives with cross-functional collaboration
+ Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to perform complex qualitative and quantitative analysis
+ Experience leveraging consumer insights to design and implement new products/services/solutions
+ Proficiency in verbal/written communication to senior and executive leadership
+ Proficient in delivering engaging and informative presentations to diverse audiences
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ MBA, MPH, PhD, or graduate degree in a management field
+ Prior healthcare industry experience, preferably in the managed care or provider sector
Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.
**Scheduled Weekly Hours**
40
**Pay Range**
The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.
$115,200 - $158,400 per year
This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.
**Description of Benefits**
Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, "Humana") offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.
Application Deadline: 12-18-2025
**About us**
Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is committed to putting health first - for our teammates, our customers and our company. Through our Humana insurance services and CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health - delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare, Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large.
**Equal Opportunity Employer**
It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.
Humana complies with all applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion. We also provide free language interpreter services. See our ***************************************************************************
Associate Actuary
Austin, TX job
**Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first** The Associate Actuary, Analytics/Forecasting analyzes and forecasts financial, economic, and other data to provide accurate and timely information for strategic and operational decisions. Establishes metrics, provides data analyses, and works directly to support business intelligence. Evaluates industry, economic, financial, and market trends to forecast the organization's short, medium and long-term financial and competitive position. The Associate Actuary, Analytics/Forecasting work assignments involve moderately complex to complex issues where the analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors.
The Associate Actuary, Analytics/Forecasting ensures data integrity by developing and executing necessary processes and controls around the flow of data. Collaborates with stakeholders to understand business needs/issues, troubleshoots problems, conducts root cause analysis, and develops cost effective resolutions for data anomalies. Begins to influence department's strategy. Makes decisions on moderately complex to complex issues regarding technical approach for project components, and work is performed without direction. Exercises considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignments.
**In addition, the Associate Actuary will:**
+ Support long term projects aimed at advancing technical maturity, process efficiency, and forecasting accuracy. We are looking for creativity, curiosity, and a desire to explore and influence uncharted territory.
+ Conduct independent research, collaborate across many teams/departments, and require strong communication skills to be successful in the job.
**Use your skills to make an impact**
**Required Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's Degree
+ Associate of Society of Actuaries (ASA) designation
+ Meets eligibility requirements for Humana's Actuarial Professional Development Program (APDP)
+ MAAA
+ Strong communication skills
+ Demonstrated ability to communicate technical information with audiences not in the actuarial space
+ Must be passionate about contributing to an organization focused on continuously improving consumer experiences
+ 3+ years health industry experience with ASA, or 1+ years health industry experience with FSA
+ 2+ years SQL experience, or equivalent skillset
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ Medicare Advantage background
+ Creative, high degree of self-accountability
+ Experience in Python, PowerApps, and PowerBI
Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.
**Scheduled Weekly Hours**
40
**Pay Range**
The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.
$106,900 - $147,000 per year
This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.
**Description of Benefits**
Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, "Humana") offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.
Application Deadline: 12-30-2025
**About us**
Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is committed to putting health first - for our teammates, our customers and our company. Through our Humana insurance services and CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health - delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare, Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large.
**Equal Opportunity Employer**
It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.
Humana complies with all applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion. We also provide free language interpreter services. See our ***************************************************************************
Data Analyst III
Austin, TX job
You could be the one who changes everything for our 28 million members. Centene is transforming the health of our communities, one person at a time. As a diversified, national organization, you'll have access to competitive benefits including a fresh perspective on workplace flexibility.
**Position Purpose:** Responsible for analytic data needs of the business unit. Handle complex data projects and acts as a lead for other Data Analysts.
+ Provide advanced analytical support for business operations in all or some of the following areas: claims, provider data, member data, clinical data, HEDIS, pharmacy, external reporting
+ Extract, load, model, and reconcile large amounts of data across multiple system platforms and sources
+ Review data to determine operational impacts and needed actions; elevate issues, trends, areas for improvement and opportunities to management
+ Develop reports and deliverables for management
+ Model data using MS Excel, Access, SQL, and/or other data ware house analytical tools
+ Ensure compliance with federal and state deliverable reporting requirements by performing data quality audits and analysis
+ Assist with training and mentoring other Data Analysts
+ Performs other duties as assigned
+ Complies with all policies and standards
**Education/Experience:** Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent experience. 4+ years of statistical analysis or data analysis experience. Healthcare experience preferred. Experience managing projects or heavy involvement in project implementation. Power BI and Snowflake experience preferred.
**_By applying to this requisition, you acknowledge and understand that you may be considered for other job opportunities for which Centene believes you may be qualified_**
Pay Range: $68,700.00 - $123,700.00 per year
Centene offers a comprehensive benefits package including: competitive pay, health insurance, 401K and stock purchase plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off plus holidays, and a flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law, including full-time or part-time status. Total compensation may also include additional forms of incentives. Benefits may be subject to program eligibility.
Centene is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, and values the ways in which we are different. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the LA County Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act
Senior Manager, MarketPoint Sales - Raleigh Durham, NC.
Austin, TX job
**Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first** With over 10 million sales interactions annually, Humana understands that while great products are important, it's the quality of our service that truly defines us. We know that when our members and prospects have delightful and memorable experiences, it strengthens their connection with us and enables us to put their Health First. After all, a health services company that has multiple ways to improve the lives of its customers is uniquely positioned to put those customers at the center of everything it does.
Are you passionate about the Medicare population, looking for a role in management with the ability to directly impact your own income potential? If so, we are looking for licensed, highly motivated and self-driven individuals to join our team. Our Senior Manager, Medicare Sales, motivates and drives a team of Medicare Sales Field Agents who sell individual health plan products and educate beneficiaries on our services in a field setting. Our teams also sell Life, Annuity, Indemnity, Dental, Vision, Prescription plans, and more.
Humana has an inclusive and diverse culture welcoming candidates with multilingual skill sets to service our consumers.
**This role is** **field** **based, and you will be out and about in the field in the Raleigh** **Durham, NC.** **area working with your team and meeting members face to face. You must reside in Raleigh** **Durham, NC.** **area or be willing to relocate to the area.**
In this **field** position, you will; coach, mentor, educate, motivate and train a team of sales individuals. The Senior Manager, Medicare Sales, must have a solid understanding of the market they serve, how to resolve operational problems and provide creative solutions to increase sales while following CMS guidelines. This role also involves cultivating, maintaining, and building relationships with Humana's customers, both internal and external business partners, along with the community we serve through telephonic, virtual, and face-to-face interactions with individuals and groups. Other responsibilities include developing marketing budgets, and looking for branding opportunities.
**Use your skills to make an impact**
**Required Qualifications**
+ **Must reside in the** **Raleigh** **Durham, NC.** **area or be willing to relocate**
+ **Active Health & Life Insurance Licenses**
+ 2 or more years of sales leadership experience
+ 6 or more years of experience working in the insurance industry
+ Must be able to travel up to 50% of the time
+ Ability to lead a team of sales associates and train them in successful sales techniques, educational presentation skills, utilizing technology tools as well as building relationships with communities and medical providers
+ Strong aptitude for technology with proficiency in MS Office products, various CRM platforms, and various iPhone app capabilities
+ Must be a strong leader, strong producer
+ Strong organizational, interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
+ Ability to adapt and overcome when necessary
+ Community Engagement/Grassroots experience in marketing Medicare plans in the community
+ Must be passionate about contributing to an organization focused on continuously improving consumer experiences
+ This role is part of Humana's Driver safety program and therefore requires an individual to have a valid state driver's license and proof of personal vehicle liability insurance with at least 100/300/100 limits
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's Degree
+ Prior experience working in Medicare and the health solutions industry
+ Engaged with the community through service, organizations, activities and volunteerism
+ Project management background or certification a plus
+ Bilingual with the ability to speak, read and write without limitations or assistance
**Humana Perks:**
Full time associates enjoy:
+ Base salary with a competitive commission structure
+ Medical, Dental, Vision and a variety of other supplemental insurances
+ Paid time off (PTO) & Paid Holidays
+ 401(k) retirement savings plan
+ Tuition reimbursement and/or scholarships for qualifying dependent children.
+ And much more!
**Social Security Task:**
Alert: Humana values personal identity protection. Please be aware that applicants being considered for an interview will be asked to provide a social security number, if it is not already on file. When required, an email will be sent from ******************** with instructions to add the information into the application at Humana's secure website.
**Virtual Pre-Screen:**
As part of our hiring process for this opportunity, we will be using exciting virtual pre-screen technology called HireVue to enhance our hiring and decision-making ability. HireVue allows us to quickly connect and gain valuable information for you pertaining to your relevant skills and experience at a time that is best for your schedule. If you are selected for a virtual pre-screen, you will receive an email and text correspondence inviting you to participate in a HireVue interview. In this virtual pre-screen, you will receive a set of questions to answer. You should anticipate this virtual pre-screen to take about 10-15 minutes.
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Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.
**Scheduled Weekly Hours**
40
**Pay Range**
The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.
$77,000 - $105,100 per year
This job is eligible for a commission incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.
**Description of Benefits**
Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, "Humana") offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.
Application Deadline: 12-18-2025
**About us**
Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is committed to putting health first - for our teammates, our customers and our company. Through our Humana insurance services and CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health - delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare, Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large.
**Equal Opportunity Employer**
It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.
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Easy ApplyLead Portfolio Optimization Process Owner
Austin, TX job
You could be the one who changes everything for our 28 million members by using technology to improve health outcomes around the world. As a diversified, national organization, Centene's technology professionals have access to competitive benefits including a fresh perspective on workplace flexibility.
**Position Purpose:** Accountable for leading, defining, executing, and continuously advancing Strategic Portfolio Management (SPM) processes to align portfolio initiatives with organizational objectives. Establishes and drives data driven decision making, optimizes process efficiency and establishes robust mechanisms to monitor portfolio health enabling maximum value realization and achievement of strategic goals.
+ Lead the design, implementation and continuous improvement of new and existing Strategic Portfolio Management (SPM) processes, driving tool adoption while ensuring alignment with guiding principles, governance frameworks, and organizational strategy.
+ Architect, document, and deliver clear, impactful communication of processes, controls, and updates to stakeholders and users
+ Develop, analyze and maintain governance process metrics, delivering actionable insights to measure process effectiveness and adherence.
+ Orchestrate collaboration across process owners and interfacing teams, synchronizing improvement initiatives to optimize the entire value chain
+ Validate process designs, including the correct business requirements, ensuring scalability and alignment with strategic needs
+ Own and prioritized technical backlog for future enhancements to portfolio management processes, ensuring continuous improvement
+ Accountable for alignment between organizational strategy and operational execution, enabling agile decision making around budgets, and resource reprioritization
+ Accountable to define and communicate the process mission, vision, tactics, goals, objectives, and KPI's (Key Performance Indicators), ensuring they remain tightly aligned with enterprise strategies
+ Oversee portfolio process health proactively ensuring alignment with strategic priorities, organizational roadmaps, governance policies and quality standards
+ Deliver in-depth insights and provide actionable recommendations on portfolio reports, with a focus on the health, performance, and outcomes of portfolio, sub-portfolio, and projects
+ Serve as a strategic escalation point for critical portfolio challenges, collaborating with Portfolio Management leadership to resolve issues and drive outcomes
+ Champion and sponsor transformative business process changes and capability investments that elevate process maturity and enable sustained excellence
+ Performs other duties as assigned
+ Complies with all policies and standards
**Education/Experience:** Requires a Bachelor's degree and 5 - 7 years of related experience.
Or equivalent experience acquired through accomplishments of applicable knowledge, duties, scope and skill reflective of the level of this position.
**Soft Skills:**
+ Intermediate - Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
+ Intermediate - Ability to identify basic problems and procedural irregularities, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
+ Intermediate - Ability to work independently
+ Intermediate - Demonstrated analytical skills
+ Intermediate - Demonstrated project management skills
+ Intermediate - Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
+ Intermediate - Demonstrates excellent judgment and decision making skills
+ Intermediate - Ability to communicate and make recommendations to upper management
+ Intermediate - Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion
**License/Certification:**
+ CSSBB - Six Sigma Black Belt , Non-Black Belt certifications will be considered as well, preferred
+ Portfolio Management Professional (PMP) , SAFe LPM certfication will be considered as well, preferred
+ Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)-PMI preferred
Pay Range: $119,100.00 - $220,500.00 per year
Centene offers a comprehensive benefits package including: competitive pay, health insurance, 401K and stock purchase plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off plus holidays, and a flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law, including full-time or part-time status. Total compensation may also include additional forms of incentives. Benefits may be subject to program eligibility.
Centene is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, and values the ways in which we are different. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the LA County Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act
Senior Pharmacy Resolution Specialist
Austin, TX job
You could be the one who changes everything for our 28 million members as a clinical professional on our Medical Management/Health Services team. Centene is a diversified, national organization offering competitive benefits including a fresh perspective on workplace flexibility.
**Position Purpose:** The Senior Pharmacy Resolution Specialist will act as a subject matter expert and handles more complex pharmacy issues and respond to escalated calls from members, provider/physician's offices and pharmacies. This role will make outbound calls and enters pharmacy overrides into systems based on approved guidelines and approvals provided from clinical pharmacists.
+ Takes member/prescriber/pharmacist inquiry calls for benefit questions including prior authorization requests
+ Offers options including submission of a prior authorization request
+ Thoroughly researches issues and takes appropriate action to resolve them using the appropriate reference material within turnaround time requirements and quality standards
+ Answers and conducts inbound and outbound calls with members and provider offices to provide resolution to claims (i.e.: additional information requests and medication determination updates)
+ Thoroughly researches issues and takes appropriate action to resolve them within turnaround time requirements and quality standards
+ Assists team members often guiding them to the appropriate resolution of more complex and difficult inquiries
+ Participates in the training of less experienced staff, including opportunity for job shadowing
+ Acts as a liaison between internal departments on data gathering and problem solving while investigating problems of an unusual nature in the area of responsibility
+ Presents proposed solutions in a clear and concise manner
+ Assists with audit preparation as needed
+ Assists with miscellaneous special project work as assigned
+ Performs other duties as assigned
+ Complies with all policies and standards
**Education/Experience:** High School Diploma/GED. 2 years of experience with
call center/customer service. Experience in healthcare environment (pharmacy operations, managed care, pharmacy hospitals and or pharmacy retail settings)
**License/Certification:** Pharmacy technician certification preferred
Pay Range: $19.04 - $32.35 per hour
Centene offers a comprehensive benefits package including: competitive pay, health insurance, 401K and stock purchase plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off plus holidays, and a flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law, including full-time or part-time status. Total compensation may also include additional forms of incentives. Benefits may be subject to program eligibility.
Centene is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, and values the ways in which we are different. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the LA County Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act
Pharmacy Analyst
Highmark Health job in Austin, TX
The Pharmacy Analyst works with the Pharmacy Market business owners, stakeholders, and other management and supports the Specialty Pharmacy Products and Programs by performing critical analytical work and assisting with day-to-day departmental activities to achieve growth objectives, organizing and coordinating activities to ensure successful delivery of desired results. This role is instrumental in ensuring the end-to-end effectiveness, integrity, and quality of Highmark's specialty programs across both pharmacy and medical drug benefits.
**ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Investigating product and program inquiries, ensuring adherence to standard operation procedures, mandates, and quality benchmark standards, analyzing variances, and conducting comprehensive program audits, including focused audits documenting variances, deviations and nonconformances within programs when product or process changes occur.
+ Monitoring and evaluating progress, status, and alignment of activities, with the ability to initiate corrective action as needed to maintain work viability and timeliness and monitoring the effectiveness of these actions.
+ Communicate regularly and effectively with customers regarding issues or concerns.
+ Responsible for research, project leadership and data analysis to identify business problems or process improvement opportunities and evaluating the feasibility of new Pharmacy products.
+ Partnering with business units to ensure compliance with governmental, contractual, and corporate guidelines, continuously monitoring regulatory changes, and providing consultation and analytic support to assigned functional areas.
+ Collaboration with business owners/stakeholders to translate business needs into clearly defined requirements, functional designs, and system specifications for new applications or change requests is also a core function.
+ Analyzing data to identify improvement opportunities
**PREFERRED RESPONSIBILITIES**
**EDUCATION**
**Required**
+ High school diploma / GED
**Substitutions**
+ None
**Preferred**
+ Bachelor's Degree (technical or science preferred)
**EXPERIENCE**
**Required**
+ Healthcare experience
+ Project Management experience
**Preferred**
+ Project Management
+ Technical proficiency in Excel
+ Analytical and problem-solving abilities
+ Technical proficiency in SQL
+ Experience with data visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI.
+ Experience in a quality control or quality assurance role.
**LICENSES or CERTIFICATIONS**
**Required**
+ None
**Preferred**
+ Six-Sigma
**SKILLS**
+ Advanced experience with MS Office.
+ Experience in performing group/meeting presentations to technical/non-technical and customer audiences.
+ Strong critical thinking skills.
+ Ability to identify and assess patterns, trends, root causes, develop explanations and test solutions.
+ Ability to identify and assess problems and solutions, refer to applicable policies, identify options, and recommend appropriate courses of action.
+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
**Language (Other than English):**
None
**Travel Requirement:**
0% - 25%
**PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS**
**Position Type**
Office-based
Teaches / trains others regularly
Occasionally
Travel regularly from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site
Rarely
Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees)
Never
Physical work site required
Yes
Lifting: up to 10 pounds
Constantly
Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds
Occasionally
Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds
Rarely
**_Disclaimer:_** _The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job._
**_Compliance Requirement_** _: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies._
_As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company's Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy._
_Furthermore, it is every employee's responsibility to comply with the company's Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements._
**Pay Range Minimum:**
$57,700.00
**Pay Range Maximum:**
$107,800.00
_Base pay is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate's qualifications, experience, and expected contributions, as well as internal peer equity, market, and business considerations. The displayed salary range does not reflect any geographic differential Highmark may apply for certain locations based upon comparative markets._
Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the email below.
For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at *****************************
California Consumer Privacy Act Employees, Contractors, and Applicants Notice
Req ID: J271593
Technical Engineer (Starburst)
Highmark Health job in Austin, TX
*****CANDIDATE MUST BE US Citizen (due to contractual/access requirements)***** **Candidates within a 50-mile radius of a Highmark office (Pittsburgh or Mechanicsburg) are required to work on-site Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST. Those residing outside this 50-mile radius will be required to travel to Pittsburgh for an annual meeting.**
This job is an integral member of one of our teams responsible for supporting the design, development, and maintenance of our technical solutions, ensuring their efficient and reliable operation. This position will be responsible for the system administration of the Starburst Enterprise Platform (SEP) within the organization. Eligible candidates must have a strong knowledge and proven work experience with the infrastructure components of SEP and its supporting technologies. They will work closely with other technical professionals, analysts, and engineers to build and optimize solutions, ensuring quality, integrity, and performance. The ideal candidate is adaptable, solution-oriented, and capable of collaborating across multiple teams to support a broad range of technical initiatives. The incumbent, and team, may be involved in every aspect as a part of the technical process from idea generation, analysis, design, build, and support using various technologies and design patterns.
**ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Responsible for one or many of the following tasks: analyzing, designing, coding, testing andimplementingtechnical solutions, as well as providing general production monitoring and support, meeting defined scope, target dates and budgets with minimal or no defects.
+ Collaborate with stakeholders across IT, product, analytics, and business teams to gather requirements and provide technical solutions that meet organizational needs
+ Monitor work against production schedule andprovide progress updates and report any issues or technical difficulties to leadership on a regular basis.
+ Document technical processes and procedures, and participate in technical reviews and knowledge sharing sessions
+ Collaborate on the design and implementation of with architecture to ensure solution alignment to enterprise goals and standards
+ Perform technical analysis and provide insights to support decision-making across various departments
+ Stay up-to-date with the latest relevant technologies and industry best practices
+ Other duties as assigned or requested.
**EXPERIENCE**
**Required**
+ 3 years of experience in one or many of the following tasks: analyzing, designing, coding, testing and implementing technical solutions, as well as providing general production support, meeting defined scope, target dates and budgets with minimal or no defects
+ 3 years of technical problem solving, solution implementation, team/project collaboration experience
+ 3 years of basic computer science concepts and principles, common operating systems, development languages/scripting
**Preferred**
+ 3 years experience installing, configuring, deploying, upgrading and managing Starburst Enterprise Platform (SEP) with a thorough knowledge of Starburst / Trino's distributed architecture, including coordinators, workers, and connectors.
+ 5 years experience in managing software applications using Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) techniques and tools including Gitlab, Terraform, Ansible, Helm Charts, .yaml code, config properties, etc
+ 5 years experience with SEP security features, including authentication using LDAP, Kerberos, or OAuth and Role-Based Access Control
+ 5 years experience with various SEP data source connectors (e.g., Oracle, DB2, Teradata, S3, PostgreSQL, MySQL, etc) and their configuration within Starburst.
+ 5 years experience with monitoring, scaling, and troubleshooting SEP clusters.
+ 5 years experience identifying key metrics for Starburst platform health and performance, set up alerts, and analyze logs for root cause analysis.
+ Strong SQL skills, particularly with Trino's dialect and optimization techniques with the ability to analyze query plans, identify bottlenecks, and apply optimizations (e.g., query tuning, resource allocation, caching strategies).
+ Experience with the Google Cloud Platform and it associated services a plus.
**SKILLS**
+ Demonstrated ability to achieve stretch goals in a highly innovative and fast-paced environment
+ Adaptability: Ability to take on diverse tasks and projects, adapting to the evolving needs of the organization
+ Analytical Thinking: Analytical skills with a focus on detail and accuracy
+ Interest and ability to learn other technologies as needed
+ Technical Proficiency: Comfortable with a range of data tools and technologies, with a willingness to learn new skills as needed
+ Track record in designing, implementing, and/or supporting large-scale technical solutions
+ Sense of ownership, urgency, and drive
+ Demonstrated passion for user experience and improving usability
+ Team Collaboration: A team player who can work effectively in cross-functional environments
**EDUCATION**
**Required**
+ Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Computer Engineering or relevant experience and/or education as determined by the company in lieu of bachelor's degree.
**Preferred**
+ Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems,Computer Engineering or related field.
**LICENSES or CERTIFICATIONS**
**Required**
+ None
**Preferred**
+ None
**Language (Other than English):**
None
**Travel Requirement:**
0% - 25%
**PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS**
**Position Type**
Office- or Remote-based
Teaches / trains others
Occasionally
Travel from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site
Rarely
Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees)
Never
Physical work site required
No
Lifting: up to 10 pounds
Constantly
Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds
Occasionally
Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds
Rarely
**_Disclaimer:_** _The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job._
**_Compliance Requirement_** _: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies._
_As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company's Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy._
_Furthermore, it is every employee's responsibility to comply with the company's Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements._
Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the email below.
For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at *****************************
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Req ID: J271372
Physical Therapist Assistant, PTA Licensed
Austin, TX job
Explore opportunities with [agency name], a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
As the Physical Therapist Assistant you will perform treatment and provide exercise instruction and patient education aimed at improving/enhancing the patient's well-being while following the established plan of care.
Primary Responsibilities:
* Responsible for following all state specific laws governing the provision of physical therapy in home care, to follow the treatment set only as defined by the supervising PT; to perform only those procedures that he/she is qualified and trained to perform and to make all recommendations for changes in the plan of care to the supervising Physical Therapist
* Instructs and aids patients in active and passive exercise, muscle re-education, gait, functional, ADL, transfer, safety, and prosthetic training
* Observes, records, and reports to the supervising PT, the nurse supervisor, and/or the physician the patient's response to treatment and changes in the patient's condition. Coordinates care with the other members of the healthcare team as appropriate
* Instructs patient, family, caregiver, and other members of the health care team in the areas of therapy within the scope of the physical therapy assistant
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:
* Current, licensed, registered, or certified to assist in the practice of physical therapy in state of practice
* Current CPR certification
* Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation
* Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client
* Available to work a weekend rotation
Preferred Qualifications:
* Ability to perform physical tasks required for patient care, including lifting, transferring, and assisting with mobility
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 $23.41 to $41.83 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.
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.
Director Data Services - Data Governance
Highmark Health job in Austin, TX
This job is responsible for developing the strategy, planning and delivery of all aspects related to data governance, data warehousing, data management and related efforts for the organization. Directs the coordination of involvement of all business area Subject Manager Experts (SMEs) and other staff members. Promotes the proliferation of a data driven organization in end-user processes and the integration of applications; as well as the promotion of enterprise-wide thinking among business and technical areas. Responsible for defining, documenting, and making available data sources of truth throughout the enterprise. Participation in project management and budgeting to assure data related projects are included in the organizational roadmap and produce tangible results. Champions the use of data as an asset across the enterprise. Improvement and maturity of data sources to move through the life cycle of data, information, and knowledge.
**ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Perform management responsibilities including, but not limited to: involved in hiring and termination decisions, coaching and development, rewards and recognition, performance management and staff productivity. Plan, organize, staff, direct and control the day-to-day operations of the department; develops and implements policies and programs as necessary; may have budgetary responsibility and authority.
+ Assure all related projects or initiatives are delivered on time, within the specified budget and in accordance with the agreed upon scope.
+ Define, build, and maintain a data warehouse/big data platform and associated data stores that maintain an enterprise focus and meet the needs of its varied stakeholders.
+ Ensure that decisions are made reflecting that position and carefully managing on the part of the incumbent to satisfactorily resolve situations with competing priorities or different perceptions, particularly among senior management.
+ Communicate and act as the ambassador for data management and data governance within the organization, which includes upward and downward communication of the outcomes produced through the efforts of the team and driving the organization to a data-driven operating approach.
+ Accountable for service level agreements and expectations with end-users and external stakeholders.
+ Ensure that the Enterprise Data Warehouse (EDW)/Big Data platforms meets the needs of its customers.
+ Deliver/manage/monitor all data extracts, both to internal and external constituents.
+ Other duties as assigned or requested.
**EDUCATION**
Minimum
+ Bachelor's Degree in Business, Information Science or other related area, or relevant experience and/or education as determined by the company in lieu of bachelor's degree
Preferred
+ Master's Degree Business, Information Science or other related area
**EXPERIENCE**
**Minimum**
+ 10 years of information technology experience functioning in a data warehouse environment to include at least 5 years' performing in a managerial capacity
+ 3 years of healthcare related experience
+ Experience developing strategic plans and/or product road maps and communicating technical concepts to varying audiences
+ Experience acting as liaison between business and technical teams, translating business terms to technical needs
**Preferred**
+ None
**SKILLS**
+ Analytical and problem solving skills
+ Project management experience with multiple major development projects, demonstrating leadership skills and a track record of managing technical/business staff, financial resources and outside vendors
+ Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills
+ Ability to lead process improvement initiatives
+ Strong knowledge and understanding of business needs
+ Ability to establish and maintain high level of customer trust and confidence
+ Demonstrated abilities in relationship management
+ Strong communication skills
**LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS**
**Required**
+ None
**Preferred**
+ PMP
**TRAVEL REQUIREMENT:**
0 - 25%
**LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT (** **_other than English_** **)?**
_None_
**PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS**
**Position Type**
Office-Based
**Office-Based Positions**
An employee in this position works in an office environment. The position frequently requires the employee to communicate effectively with others both inside and outside the workplace (e.g., in person, via telephone, via email). The employee must be able to understand, interpret and analyze data, solve problems, concentrate, and research, use available technological resources and systems (e.g., computers and computer programs), multi-task, prioritize, and meet multiple deadlines to complete essential tasks. The employee generally works in a fast-paced and frequently stressful environment, must attend work on a regular and reliable basis as well as adhere to all workplace policies, and may be called upon to work outside regular business hours.
Teaches/Trains others regularly
Frequently
Travels regularly from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site
Does Not Apply
Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (Sales employees)
Does Not Apply
Physical Work Site Required
Yes
Lifting: up to 10 pounds
Does Not Apply
Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds
Does Not Apply
Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds
Does Not Apply
**_Disclaimer:_** _The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job._
**_Compliance Requirement:_** _This position adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies_
_As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company's Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy._
_Furthermore, it is every employee's responsibility to comply with the company's Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements._
**Pay Range Minimum:**
$126,400.00
**Pay Range Maximum:**
$236,000.00
_Base pay is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate's qualifications, experience, and expected contributions, as well as internal peer equity, market, and business considerations. The displayed salary range does not reflect any geographic differential Highmark may apply for certain locations based upon comparative markets._
Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the email below.
For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at *****************************
California Consumer Privacy Act Employees, Contractors, and Applicants Notice
Req ID: J271608
Market Underwriter
Highmark Health job in Austin, TX
This job serves as the single-point-of-contact for sales teams and assigned customers, delivering insights and recommendations to sales in order to aid customer acquisition/retention while maintaining performance goals. This incumbent will collaborate with cross functional team members on client-level quotes and function as a trusted adviser by providing financial and risk management support to sales as well as strategic insight.
**ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Understand department and the company'sstrategic goals and competitive position and drives client-level results towards these ends. Actively work with Sales team to manage portfolio of clients towards financial and business targets, e.g. membership, revenue, margin, etc.
+ Proactively draw insights from quote details, client understanding and regional insights to deliver best-possible recommendation to Sales. State and maintain independent perspective, including under pressure from more senior individuals, identifying opportunities and concerns.
+ Responsible for portfolio of clients through underwriting engagement, from identification through documentation of final sold-contract details
+ Assess risk by looking at various risk measures such as risk scores, demographic analysis, and turnover considerations.
+ Serve as the accountable owner for all quotes delivered to sales partners. Develop a perspective on each client package deliverable. Clearly and confidently communicates Underwriting's position on the risk profile of each client
+ Identify tool improvement needs and communicates needs to Product Development teams
+ Maintain accurate book management details including concession budget
+ Other duties as assigned or requested.
**Required**
+ Bachelor's Degree in Science, Technology, Mathematics or related field
**Substitutions**
+ Six (6) years additional experience required in lieu of degree
**Preferred**
+ None
**EXPERIENCE**
**Required**
+ 3 years of Health Care Underwriting OR risk mgmt OR actuary work OR applying advanced mathematics
to include
+ 1 years of external client interaction or comparable external interactions
**Preferred**
+ 1 year in Risk Management **OR** of Actuary work **OR** of applying Advanced Mathematics
**LICENSES or CERTIFICATIONS**
**Required**
+ None
**Preferred**
+ None
**SKILLS**
+ Understanding of health products, services, risk assessment and techniques
+ Consultative mindset
+ Strong Oral and Written Communications skills
**Language (Other than English):**
None
**Travel Requirement:**
0% - 25%
**PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS**
**Position Type**
Office-based
Teaches / trains others regularly
Rarely
Travel regularly from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site
Occasionally
Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees)
Never
Physical work site required
Yes
Lifting: up to 10 pounds
Constantly
Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds
Rarely
Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds
Never
**_Disclaimer:_** _The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job._
**_Compliance Requirement_** _: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies._
_As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company's Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy._
_Furthermore, it is every employee's responsibility to comply with the company's Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements._
**Pay Range Minimum:**
$50,200.00
**Pay Range Maximum:**
$91,200.00
_Base pay is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate's qualifications, experience, and expected contributions, as well as internal peer equity, market, and business considerations. The displayed salary range does not reflect any geographic differential Highmark may apply for certain locations based upon comparative markets._
Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the email below.
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Req ID: J272541
Summer 2026 Software Engineer/Architect - Python Graduate Intern
Highmark Health job in Austin, TX
**SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES** This job has the goal of developing Python-based microservices and APIs to support GenAI applications. Implementing backend components for RAG and AI agent orchestration. Participating in architecture discussions and contributing to design decisions. Writing unit and integration tests to ensure code quality and reliability.
**REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS**
Currently pursuing a Master's in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
**PREFERED QUALIFICATIONS**
+ Strong proficiency in Python and backend frameworks (e.g., FastAPI, Flask, Django).
+ Solid understanding of system design principles, including distributed systems, service orchestration, and API lifecycle management.
+ Familiarity with cloud-native development and containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
+ Exposure to AI/ML concepts and interest in building software for GenAI applications.
+ Experience with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and agile development practices.
+ Bonus: Experience with RAG pipelines, vector databases, or AI agent orchestration.
**ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS**
+ Build and maintain Python-based microservices using frameworks like FastAPI or Flask.
+ Design and implement RESTful APIs and backend services for AI-powered applications.
+ Participate in system design discussions, including scalability
+ Contribute to the architecture of backend systems supporting GenAI applications, using RAG and AI agents.
+ Work with cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS, GCP) to deploy and monitor services.
+ Participate in agile ceremonies, code reviews, and collaborative development workflows.
+ Assist in performance tuning, logging, and observability of backend systems
**_Disclaimer:_** _The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job._
**_Compliance Requirement:_** _This position adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies_
As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company's Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy. Furthermore, it is every employee's responsibility to comply with the company's Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.
**Pay Range Minimum:**
**Pay Range Maximum:**
_Base pay is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate's qualifications, experience, and expected contributions, as well as internal peer equity, market, and business considerations. The displayed salary range does not reflect any geographic differential Highmark may apply for certain locations based upon comparative markets._
Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the email below.
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Req ID: J270835
Care in the Home Social Worker South Austin
Austin, TX job
**WellMed, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a CareCoach Connect Social Worker to join our team in Austin, TX. 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. Here, you'll work alongside talented peers in a collaborative environment that is guided by diversity and inclusion while driving towards the Quadruple Aim. 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 CareCoach Connect Social Worker is responsible for the assessment, planning, coordination and oversight of services for identified patients. The position identifies, evaluates, and provides management of services for patients with complex, catastrophic, Social Determinants of Health and/or psychosocial issues to promote quality, effective outcomes throughout the care continuum. The position ensures compliance with state and federal health plan requirements, Medicare guidelines and standards. The social worker acts as a liaison to coordinate and collaborate care with physicians, family, and other providers while always remaining an advocate for patients, putting them at the center of care delivery. The Social Worker will interact and engage with others as an interdisciplinary team member.
**Primary Responsibilities:**
+ Performs comprehensive evaluations and documents findings in a concise/comprehensive manner that is compliant with documentation standards for the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)
+ Performs patient assessments telephonically, virtually, or in the patient's home as needed
+ Understands and plans to assure services provided work within the boundaries of the patient's plan eligibility. Coordinates identified patient's needs utilizing federal, state, and local community resources, as available
+ Coordinates with external and internal teams to minimize obstacles and increase in patient and provider satisfaction
+ Actively participates in staff and Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) meetings
+ Adheres to organizational and departmental policies and procedures
+ Maintains a high level of professionalism and adheres to the WellMed Core Values
+ Assumes responsibility for personal and professional development
+ Ensures licensure, certifications, and annual training are maintained and compliant
+ Maintains knowledge of current health plan benefits
+ Conducts advanced care discussions with a patients and their families and properly documents their wishes in the electronic medical record
+ Exhibits professionalism and is courteous with all patients, physicians and co-workers. Follows CareCoach Connect providers' orders regarding the scope and frequency of services needed based on acuity and patient/family needs
+ Maintains a patient case load, daily visits and point of care documentation levels as per standards
+ Documents in the electronic health record progress toward established goals as per standards
+ Performs other duties as assigned
In 2011, WellMed partnered with Optum to provide care to patients across Texas and Florida. WellMed is a network of doctors, specialists and other medical professionals that specialize in providing care for more than 1 million older adults with over 16,000 doctors' offices. At WellMed our focus is simple. We're innovators in preventative health care, striving to change the face of health care for seniors. WellMed has more than 22,000+ primary care physicians, hospitalists, specialists, and advanced practice clinicians who excel in caring for 900,000+ older adults. Together, we're making health care work better for everyone.
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:**
+ Bachelor of Social Work with 3+ years of experience beyond the required years of experience
+ Current BLS certification or must obtain certification within 30 days of employment hire date
+ 3+ years of social work experience in a health care environment
+ Proficient in MS Office Suite to include Word, Excel, Notes, Outlook, and other departmental specific programs/applications
+ Proven excellent oral and written communications skills
+ Proven solid organizational skills
+ Proven ability to prioritize, plan, and handle multiple tasks/demands simultaneously
+ Reliable transportation for daily travel to various locations as assigned
+ Valid drivers license within the state of work
+ Ability to travel up to 80% around the Austin, Texas area to meet with members in their homes, the hospital or in a long-term care setting
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Masters of Social Work with licensure (LMSW or LCSW or LBSW)
+ Experience working with geriatric and behavioral and mental health patient populations
+ Long Term Care experience
+ Knowledge of disease management, managed care, medical terminology, referral process, claims, and CPT coding
+ Bilingual (English/Spanish) language proficiency
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 $48,700 to $87,000 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
_OptumCare 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._
_OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment._
Supervisor, Care Management (RN)
Austin, TX job
You could be the one who changes everything for our 28 million members. Centene is transforming the health of our communities, one person at a time. As a diversified, national organization, you'll have access to competitive benefits including a fresh perspective on workplace flexibility.
**Location: Position will require up to 25% travel. Candidate must live in Texas.**
**Position Purpose:** Supervises the care management team and the care management of members to promote quality and efficacy of care management delivery. Supervises day-to-day escalations and care management issues related to members or providers.
+ Monitors and reviews care management required documentation to maintain and ensure compliance with federal and state regulations and contractual agreements
+ Assigns caseloads and work assignments to care management team based on state requirements, care management staff experience, and member needs
+ Works with senior management on escalated and complex care cases, and provides guidance to junior team members to address member concerns
+ Educates and provides resources for care management team on key initiatives and member outreach to facilitate on-going communication between care management team, members, and providers
+ Evaluates care management team performance and provides feedback regarding performance, goals, and career milestones
+ May perform telephonic, digital, home and/or other site outreach to assess member needs and collaborate with resources
+ Provides coaching and guidance to care management team to improve member and provider experience and high-quality care
+ Assists with onboarding, hiring, and training care management team members
+ Leads and champions change within scope of responsibility
+ Performs other duties as assigned
+ Complies with all policies and standards
**Education/Experience:** Requires Graduate from an Accredited School or Nursing or a Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of related experience.
**License/Certification:**
+ RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
**Location: Position will require up to 25% travel. Candidate must live in Texas.**
Pay Range: $85,300.00 - $158,100.00 per year
Centene offers a comprehensive benefits package including: competitive pay, health insurance, 401K and stock purchase plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off plus holidays, and a flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law, including full-time or part-time status. Total compensation may also include additional forms of incentives. Benefits may be subject to program eligibility.
Centene is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, and values the ways in which we are different. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the LA County Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act
Internal Medicine Physician Kelsey Seybold at Kingwood
Austin, TX job
**Explore opportunities with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic** , part of the Optum family of businesses. Work with one of the nation's leading health care organizations and build your career at one of our 40+ locations throughout Houston. Be part of a team that is nationally recognized for delivering coordinated and accountable care. As a multi-specialty clinic, we offer care from more than 900 medical providers in 65 medical specialties. Take on a rewarding opportunity to help drive higher quality, higher patient satisfaction and lower total costs. Join us and discover the meaning behind **Caring. Connecting. Growing together. **
At Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, our Internal Medicine physicians examine adult patients 18 years and older to ensure proper care, disease prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and recovery of various medical conditions. They also order medically necessary tests, perform follow-up visits, and place referrals to specialists when needed. There is full access to several sub-specialists, imaging, lab services, patient education and more within the Kelsey-Seybold system. Our Internal medicine physicians also interpret basic medical tests and imaging in planning care for our patients. EPIC electronic health record is used throughout our organization for patient care which is important for collaboration across the system.
At Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, you will see patients in office from 8am-5pm Monday through Friday. Internal Medicine physicians are supported by nursing and administrative staff. Depending on your assigned call group, you will take periodic hospital call admitting only Kelsey-Seybold patients. Typically, you are not required to stay overnight in hospitals and certain call groups have nocturnists managing admissions overnight.
Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, a part of Optum, is Houston's premier multispecialty group practice, founded in 1949 by Dr. Mavis Kelsey in Houston's renowned Texas Medical Center. Kelsey-Seybold offers quality medical care in 65 medical specialties. The organization operates the largest freestanding Ambulatory Surgery Center in Texas. It offers state-of-the-art Varian TrueBeam and Varian Edge radiation therapy technology at a nationally accredited Cancer Center. Its comprehensive offerings include an accredited Sleep Center, comprehensive laboratory services, advanced imaging and diagnostics, and on-site Kelsey Pharmacy locations. Together, we're making health care work better for everyone.
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:**
+ Medical Degree (MD, DO)
+ Accredited Residency training
+ Licensed or willing to be licensed in the State of Texas
+ Board Certified or Board Eligible
+ Driver's License and access to a reliable transportation
**Preferred Qualification:**
+ Bilingual (English/Spanish) fluency
Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $229,500 to $378,000. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. 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.
_OptumCare 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._
_OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment._
Business Process Engineer
Highmark Health job in Austin, TX
This job leads, supports and facilitates process improvement initiatives across multiple functional units for both strategic and continuous process improvement efforts. Strategic and transformational support includes design and support throughout implementation to ensure people/process/technical solutions align with strategic initiative while driving consensus among business units including process ownership and governance. Design activities include the documentation, management and oversight of end to end workflow process analysis assuring improved productivity, cost effectiveness, appropriate embedding of Key Performance Indicators, and appropriate controls for both regulatory and compliance considerations. Provides consultative services and analytic support to business management leveraging LEAN practices, Six Sigma methodologies and tools, capacity planning, resource allocation, work simplification, service level management, organizational design, consolidation, performance measurement systems, productivity improvement and expense control.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
+ Support or lead the definition, scoping, chartering efforts for business process analysis/design projects related to process improvement initiatives assuring optimal business and functional delivery of the strategic delivery framework. This includes business modeling, documentation of the operating blueprint and process solution blueprinting efforts following the strategy definition as well as supporting the execution of the process solution blueprint during the implementation phase.
+ Provide process and business consultation services which include research, analysis facilitation, process modeling, and business process improvement techniques to propose and implement business and system solutions that meet strategic objectives. Provide and support periodic reporting to leadership on assigned project activities.
+ Establish and maintain strong working relationships across business unit/area level of management continuing to promote and continually broaden the level of business knowledge and the impact of quality/process improvement projects and programs. Participate in planning sessions with business owners to improve business processes and to prioritize and drive process re-engineering initiatives including process ownership and governance.
+ Participate and support business case development process to identify change execution impacts to people, process, and technology solutions to achieve business objectives. Participate and support the Change Execution Process assuring resource alignment/impacts are aligned with the process governance model.
+ Drive comprehensive business process standards, analysis and measurement to assigned projects including the definition of business process modeling standards for assigned projects and evolve the Business Process Management Nomenclature standards of a Business Process Competency Center.
+ Support the expansion and development of Continuous Process Improvement and business process engineering skills, including Lean Six Sigma methodology across specific divisions and the enterprise, promoting the understanding and use of process improvement tools and concepts. Support leadership and management with regard to the planning, implementation and production support of Lean Six Sigma projects and the Lean Six Sigma COE.
+ In collaboration with release planning and implementation functions across varying divisions and business platforms. Ensures all changes to processes are reflected in the repository of process documentation.
+ Access and analyze processes, data points, and controls to determine sub-optimal performance, communicate findings clearly and effectively and make recommendations for improvement. Identify root causes of problems and demonstrate the ability to development and make recommendations for solutions to mitigate root cause.
+ Other duties as assigned or requested.
**EDUCATION**
**Required**
+ Bachelor's Degree in Business, Industrial /Management Engineering or IT related field
**Substitutions**
+ 5 years experience in Process Improvement; to include process documentation or change, collection and analysis of related metrics, problem solving, and reduction in cycle time.
**Preferred**
+ Master's Degree in Health Administration, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering or IT Development
**EXPERIENCE**
**Required**
+ 5 - 7 years Managing small to medium projects across multifunctional teams
+ 3 - 5 years of related, progressive experience in the area of specialization
**Preferred**
+ 2 years in the Healthcare Industry
**LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS**
**Required**
+ None
**Preferred**
+ Six Sigma Black or Green Belt
+ Project Management Professional (PMP)
**SKILLS**
+ Strong Facilitation skills
+ Strong verbal and written communication skills
+ Ability to use statistical assessment to quantify opportunities and to achieve process optimization
+ Knowledge of the roles and deployment of change execution
+ Knowledge of Business Process Modeling concepts and components and their respective application
+ Strong understanding of Highmark specific domains
+ Ability to observe and provide constructive performance feedback
+ Knowledge and understanding of Business Process Engineering standards/protocols
+ Knowledge and understanding of Lean Six Sigma Tools and Methodologies
**Language (Other than English)**
None
**Travel Requirement**
0% - 25%
**PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS**
**Position Type**
Office-Based
Teaches / trains others regularly
Rarely
Travel regularly from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site
Rarely
Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees)
Does Not Apply
Physical work site required
Yes
Lifting: up to 10 pounds
Occasionally
Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds
Does Not Apply
Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds
Does Not Apply
**_Disclaimer:_** _The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job._
**_Compliance Requirement:_** _This position adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies._
As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company's Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy. Furthermore, it is every employee's responsibility to comply with the company's Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.
**Pay Range Minimum:**
$50,200.00
**Pay Range Maximum:**
$91,200.00
_Base pay is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate's qualifications, experience, and expected contributions, as well as internal peer equity, market, and business considerations. The displayed salary range does not reflect any geographic differential Highmark may apply for certain locations based upon comparative markets._
Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the email below.
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Req ID: J272323
Associate Project Manager - HNAS
Highmark Health job in Austin, TX
HNAS (Health Now Administrative Services) offers flexible, cost-effective solutions for employee health benefits. HNAS is part of Highmark Health, a national blended health organization with a mission to create remarkable health experiences. Our culture is built on your growth and development, collaborating across our organization, and making a big impact for those we serve.
Responsible for definition, planning and delivery of complex programs that require cross-functional collaboration and management of interdependencies between a group of projects and/or related activities within the constraint of scope, quality, time and budget. Includes the management of a group of internal exempt and/or matrixed employees and contractors that serve on the program(s) to deliver solutions for the business.
**ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:**
+ Works with business and technical organizations to drive out program strategy and approach. Organizes, plans, and maintains Program roadmap consisting of cross-functional activities/projects.
+ Work with business and technical organizations to assemble project teams. Lead Project Managers and Program team in the development and maintenance of comprehensive plans for a defined program.
+ Work with Executive Sponsor and Business Owner of a Program, and other management as required, to achieve the Program objectives. Acquire understanding of the business objectives for an assigned area."
+ Monitor, evaluate and report on Program status inclusive of scope, schedule, budget and alignment to Program and strategic goals. Direct corrective action as needed to maintain the viability of the Program.
+ Develop and maintain positive customer relationships. Deliver presentations of project status to effectively communicate throughout the project lifecycle.
+ Adhere to Highmark project management methods, project lifecycle methodologies, and audit requirements. Support and contribute to the improvement of project management methods and practices.
+ Other duties as assigned or requested.
**QUALIFICATIONS:**
Minimum
+ High School Diploma or equivalent
+ One (1) to three (3) years experience performing project coordination activities such as analysis, information gathering, documentation preparation, project schedule maintenance, status report preparation, budget tracking, etc.
Preferred
+ Bachelor's degree
+ PMP certification or equivalent training
+ Health Care Insurance industry business and operational knowledge
+ Leadership skills
+ Solid organizational and planning skills
+ Exposure to an industry standard software development lifecycle
+ Good verbal and written communication skills
+ Good interpersonal skills
**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**
+ Experience with customer relationship management
+ Presentation skills
+ Negotiation skills
+ Experience with conflict resolution
+ Experience with Risk Mitigation Planning
**Language (Other than English):**
None
**Travel Requirement:**
0% - 25%
**PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS**
**Position Type**
Office-based
Teaches / trains others regularly
Occasionally
Travel regularly from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site
Rarely
Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees)
Never
Physical work site required
Yes
Lifting: up to 10 pounds
Constantly
Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds
Occasionally
Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds
Rarely
**_Disclaimer:_** _The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job._
**_Compliance Requirement_** _: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies._
_As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company's Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy._
_Furthermore, it is every employee's responsibility to comply with the company's Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements._
**Pay Range Minimum:**
$50,200.00
**Pay Range Maximum:**
$91,200.00
_Base pay is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate's qualifications, experience, and expected contributions, as well as internal peer equity, market, and business considerations. The displayed salary range does not reflect any geographic differential Highmark may apply for certain locations based upon comparative markets._
Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the email below.
For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at *****************************
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Req ID: J271523
Associate Architect - Oracle PaaS Administrator
Highmark Health job in Austin, TX
*****CANDIDATE MUST BE US Citizen (due to contractual/access requirements)***** We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Oracle Platform as a Service (PaaS) Administrator to join our dynamic team. This pivotal role involves leading the definition and design of complex Oracle Financial PaaS processes and functions, facilitating the development of sophisticated enterprise business solutions, and contributing to strategic initiatives. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring the robust, secure, and efficient operation of our Oracle PaaS environment, balancing functional requirements with service quality and adherence to enterprise policies and security standards. This role also involves providing leadership and mentorship in areas of expertise and architecture to peers, developers, management, and business users.
**Key Responsibilities:**
+ Lead the design and definition of complex Oracle Financial PaaS processes and functions.
+ Facilitate the development of advanced enterprise business solutions utilizing Oracle PaaS.
+ Contribute to enterprise strategy development, including opportunity identification and business innovation.
+ Select and ensure the effective application of appropriate design standards, methods, and tools.
+ Review application designs to ensure optimal technology selection, efficient resource utilization, and seamless system integration.
+ Ensure system architecture adheres to functional, service quality, security, and enterprise policy standards.
+ Participate in customer walkthroughs, technical reviews, problem resolution, and decision-making processes.
+ Provide leadership and mentorship to peers, developers, management, and business users on Oracle PaaS architecture and best practices.
+ Manage Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) resources, including provisioning and maintaining compute, storage (Object Storage, Block Volumes), and networking components (VCNs, subnets, NSGs, security lists).
+ Administer and configure Oracle PaaS services such as Oracle Integration Cloud (OIC), Autonomous Database (ADW, ATP), Oracle Analytics Cloud, and Oracle FDI, ensuring secure and efficient operation.
+ Implement and manage Identity and Access Management (IAM) through IDCS or OCI IAM, including role setup, policies, single sign-on (SSO), and application/user provisioning.
+ Conduct proactive monitoring, performance tuning, and cost optimization of Oracle PaaS environments.
+ Implement and enforce security best practices, including encryption, patch management, vulnerability scanning, backup/recovery, access audits, Cloud Guard, and Data Safe, ensuring SOX compliance.
+ Provide frontline support for incident management, diagnosing and resolving platform issues, coordinating with IT teams and vendors, and documenting operational processes.
+ Develop and maintain automation scripts (Shell, Python) for streamlining tasks, ensuring peer review and version control.
+ Maintain comprehensive technical documentation, oversee licensing, manage change control, and develop recovery plans.
+ Collaborate effectively with developers, analysts, and security teams, and potentially mentor junior staff.
**Core Skills and Experience:**
+ **Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) Expertise:** Compute, Storage (Object Storage, Block Volumes), Networking (VCNs, subnets, NSGs).
+ **Oracle PaaS Services:** Oracle Integration Cloud (OIC), Oracle Data Integrator (ODI), Identity Cloud Service (IDCS), Autonomous Database (ADW, ATP), Oracle Analytics Cloud (OAC), Visual Builder Cloud Service (VBCS), APEX, WebLogic.
+ **Database Administration:** Oracle Database administration and data transformation experience.
+ **Scripting & Automation:** Proficiency in Shell/Bash scripting and Python. Java experience is a plus.
+ **Security & Compliance:** IAM/Policy configuration, encryption, patching strategies, SOX compliance, and audit experience.
+ **APIs & Integrations:** Experience with REST APIs and FDI SOAP.
+ **Performance Optimization:** Proven ability in performance tuning, health checks, and cost tracking.
+ **Operational Excellence:** Strong skills in incident triaging, technical documentation, backup strategies, and disaster recovery.
**ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Assists in providing strategic consultation to business customers in defining or designing less complex business processes, functions and organizational structures, as well as in researching, identifying and internally marketing enabling technologies based on customer capability requirements. Facilitates development of enterprise business solutions that combine knowledge of particular business processes and issues, general technological options, and process facilitation techniques. Participates in enterprise strategy development, including environmental analysis, opportunity identification, value cases and business innovation portfolio development.
+ Assists in specifying and designing less complex systems, solutions, networks, infrastructure elements, or processes. Selects appropriate design standards, methods and tools and ensures that they are applied effectively. Reviews others' system design to ensure selection of appropriate technology, efficient use of resources and integration of multiple systems and technology. Establishes policy for selection of architecture components. Evaluates and undertakes impact analysis on major design options. Ensures that the system architecture balances functional, service quality and systems management requirements.
+ Assists in using appropriate tools, including models of components and interfaces, to contribute to the development of architectures. Produces detailed component requirements, specifications and translates these into detailed solutions/designs for implementation using selected products. Provides advice on technical aspects of system development, integration (including requests for changes, deviations from specifications, etc.) and processes. Ensures that relevant technical and business strategies, policies, standards and practices are applied correctly.
+ Assists in selecting and using tools and methods to establish, clarify, and communicate the functional and non-functional requirements of system users, their characteristics, and tasks. Identifies the technical, organizational, and physical environment in which less complex products or systems will operate. Identifies, proposes, initiates, and leads improvement programs, taking responsibility for the quality and appropriateness of the work performed and the realization of measurable business benefits. Modifies existing process improvement approaches and/or develops new approaches to achieving improvement.
+ Assists in ensuring the resolution of a variety of architecture and business problems and serves as a technical or business resource for less complex project initiatives.
+ Communicates effectively with all levels of organization
+ Manages expectations of customers, partners and management
+ Participates in customer walkthroughs and plans; design and technical walkthroughs; and problem resolution and decision making
+ Interacts with departments across the organization as necessary, including the development and interpretation of less complex requirements for peers and other staff.
+ Maintains an in-depth knowledge of specific technical aspects in area of expertise and provides advice regarding their application. The area of specific expertise may be any aspect of information or communication technology, technique, method, process, product, or application area.
+ Provides leadership in the areas of expertise and architecture to their peers, developers, management and business users including technical expertise, coaching, and ad-hoc training by:
+ Preparing presentations on less complex issues on the area of expertise
+ Presenting to their peers to ensure consistency to Highmark's strategic direction.
+ Other duties as assigned or requested.
**EDUCATION**
**Required**
+ Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology or related field
**Substitutions**
+ 6 years of related experience in lieu of a 4 year degree
**Preferred**
+ Master's Degree
**EXPERIENCE**
**Required**
+ None
**Preferred**
+ Health insurance industry business knowledge
**LICENSES or CERTIFICATIONS**
**Required**
+ None
**Preferred**
+ Industry certifications
**SKILLS**
An Architect is not required to have experience in all of these, but is required to have those needed to support applications they are responsible for supporting. Current skill set are reviewed every other year, new skills may be required to meet changing business needs.
+ Skills:
+ IMS, DB2, Oracle and Teradata Databases, Data Warehousing
+ COBAL, Visual Basic, C C++, SAS
+ Java/JavaScript Framework
+ PEGA, CSS3, Mobile, JSON, Cognos, Hadoop, SQL, J2EE, HTML5/XML
+ Project Management Tools:
+ Waterfall
+ Agile
+ Certification in application areas such as:
+ Java Developer
+ DB2, Cogno, PEGA, Enterprise Architect(SCEA), Project Management
**PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS**
**Position Type**
Office-based
Teaches / trains others regularly
Occasionally
Travel regularly from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site
Rarely
Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees)
Never
Physical work site required
Yes
Lifting: up to 10 pounds
Constantly
Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds
Occasionally
Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds
Never
**_Disclaimer:_** _The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job._
**_Compliance Requirement_** _: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies._
_As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company's Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy._
_Furthermore, it is every employee's responsibility to comply with the company's Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements._
**Pay Range Minimum:**
$57,700.00
**Pay Range Maximum:**
$107,800.00
_Base pay is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate's qualifications, experience, and expected contributions, as well as internal peer equity, market, and business considerations. The displayed salary range does not reflect any geographic differential Highmark may apply for certain locations based upon comparative markets._
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Req ID: J273116