Optum Job Description

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

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

Primary Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the Health and Safety Director and OHS team of experts to develop, communicate, execute, and champion a comprehensive OHS strategy
• Leverage data, technology, and partnerships with internal leadership to achieve commitment and operationalization of the OHS strategy
• Lead, coach, and mentor a team of OHS experts into a high performing organization
• Maintain thorough understanding of health and safety regulations/requirements and be recognized as a technical expert in this area
• Strive to eliminate duplicative efforts in managing the health and safety strategy and seek solutions which increase efficiency and effectiveness
• Partner with leaders and business partners at multiple levels to assess and address gaps in OHS programs
• Develop and provide enablement for program compliance
• Provide support with regulatory agency engagements, reviews, and responses
• Leverage evidence-based medical services, compliance, regulatory requirements, quality assurance and clinical best practices to achieve health and safety excellence
• Ensure accurate interpretation of clinical literature and impact on OHS strategy
• Take an active role in Safety Management System maintenance, assessment, and continuous improvement
• Lead Occupational Health and Safety EMR System optimization
• Provide subject matter expertise for Enterprise Occupational Health and Safety requirements
• Communicate OHS risks and exposures to senior leaders and partner with them on continuous improvement plans
• Utilize key performance indicators and data analysis to achieve OHS objectives
• Manage departmental budget
• Collaborate with UnitedHealth Group Employee Benefits and Medical Affairs teams
• Other duties, as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• 10+ years of proven Occupational Health & Safety, or equivalent, experience
• 3+ years of experience successfully leading teams responsible for end-to-end OHS programs and systems
• Proven experience developing experienced, strategic, high performing teams
• Demonstrated executive presence and experience engaging with executive level leaders
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to travel, as required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced health and safety or related degree or certification (CSP, COHN, COHN-S)
• Experience in healthcare and/or insurance industry
• Knowledge of CDC, DOT, DOH, OSHA, and other applicable regulatory agencies
• Proven experience managing organizational growth, change, and resiliency

All employees working remotely must adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy. Pay ranges from $110,200 to $188,800 annually. Benefits include comprehensive package, incentives, equity stock purchase, and 401k contribution.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.