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Senior Practice Performance Coordinator

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The Senior Practice Performance Coordinator plays a pivotal role in driving provider performance and quality improvement initiatives across the organization. This senior-level position provides advanced support to the Practice Performance Consulting team, leads complex data analysis efforts, mentors junior coordinators, and contributes to strategic planning and execution. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver with strong analytical skills, healthcare experience, and the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives that enhance provider engagement and outcomes.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Conduct advanced chart reviews to identify documentation gaps, coding accuracy, and opportunities for quality measure improvement
• Analyze provider performance data from platforms such as Cozeva and DataCore to identify trends and recommend targeted interventions
• Coordinate and lead logistics for high-impact provider training sessions, including curriculum development and post-training evaluations
• Maintain and enhance internal dashboards and databases used for performance tracking and reporting
• Mentor and train Practice Performance Coordinators, providing guidance on best practices and quality standards
• Collaborate with leadership to develop and refine workflows, action plans, and strategic initiatives aimed at improving HEDIS, STAR, and Risk Adjustment performance
• Serve as a liaison between Practice Performance Consultants and other departments (e.g., Quality, Compliance, IT) to ensure alignment and data integrity
• Lead special projects focused on provider engagement, performance optimization, and regulatory compliance
• Present performance insights and recommendations to internal stakeholders and leadership teams
• Monitor regulatory changes and industry trends to inform internal practices and training content

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:

• 1+ years of experience in healthcare administration, quality improvement, or medical office operations
• Proven experience conducting chart reviews and interpreting healthcare data
• Advanced knowledge of HEDIS, STAR, and Risk Adjustment programs
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, population health platforms, and data visualization tools
• Proven solid leadership and mentoring skills
• Proven excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and lead cross-functional initiatives in a fast-paced environment

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). The hourly pay for this role will range from $24.00 - $43.00 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

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OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.