Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together
Primary Responsibilities:
Establishes training strategies and approachesDemonstrates knowledge of the business environment and business requirements
Collaborates with internal/external business partners using a consultative approach to identify business goals and performance gaps (e.g., leadership, Human Capital, external customers, Vital Signs)
Manages the assessment of performance gaps to drive identification of the business need
Identifies the root cause of performance gaps and the role of training in addressing them, if any
Identifies non-training solutions to address business needs/performance gaps, where appropriate (e.g., organization design, leadership development, change management, team dynamics)
Evaluates learner readiness to tailor planning of training solutions
Translates business needs into training/development needs
Identifies/selects appropriate training methodologies and communicate to stakeholders (e.g., leadership, training staff, business partners), in order to drive adoption
Leverages all relevant training/development approaches (e.g., learning from experience, learning from others, learning from education)
Identifying and maintaining training best practices and trends
Identifies current and emerging trends in the training industry (e.g., using Corporate Leadership Council, gOEbase, ASTD, SHRM, eLearning Guild, ISPI)
Maintains knowledge of current and planned technology capabilities in the business
Maintains awareness of a variety of training delivery modes (Instructor-Led, Computer-Based, blended, webinar)
Maintains knowledge of new/emerging learning techniques/technologies (e.g., video conferencing, video streaming, social media, mobile, gaming)
Contributes ideas to influence the adoption of technology solutions that enhance training outcomes in the business
Applies knowledge of core processes (e.g., Stretch!, development planning, talent management, Vital Signs, MAP, competencies) to support design/delivery of training solutions
Shares best training practices with applicable stakeholders across the business (e.g., Human Capital, training staff/community, leadership, sales)
Drives adoption of training best practices and trends
Implementation of training solutions
Leverages appropriate resources to drive the design, development and delivery of training solutions (Instructional Designs Clearinghouse, vendor resources, internal training teams, SMEs)
Ensures compliance with established learning processes/procedures (e.g., deployment approaches, ULearn tracking standards, training measurement, AICC, SCORM)
Ensures utilization of appropriate learning techniques/technologies to optimize learning impact (Instructor-Led, Computer-Based, blended, web-based, social media, mobile)
Drives marketing and communication of available training solutions (e.g., web sites, newsletters, emails, events) to increase participation
Develops overall training plans/calendars to communicate and manage training activities/resources
Identifies and address implementation obstacles/issues as they arise (e.g., scope changes, resource availability, competing priorities, leadership support, low participation)
Provides facilitation/support to leadership teams in order to drive achievement of their business goals (e.g., strategic planning, goal identification, change management)
Recommend enhancements to our learning processes and systems (e.g., needs assessment process, intake process, online tools)
Managing internal and external staff and resources
Identifies and procures training staff and other resources (e.g., equipment, software)
Develops/manages training budgets (e.g., forecasts)
Ensures that training staff understand how training goals align with business strategies
Ensures that training staff adhere to internal processes, procedures and practices
Ensures that training staff have access to required tools and information (e.g., system access, training feedback, status updates, response to questions)
Leads instructional designers to ensure that designs meet requirements (e.g., business needs, design quality, cost effectiveness, learning objectives)
Negotiates vendor contracts to support our business goals (e.g., timelines, staffing, budgets, deliverables)
Manages vendor relationships and ensure adherence to contract terms (e.g., Service Level Agreements, Master Service Agreements, Statements of Work)
Establishes clear lines of communication with all applicable stakeholders, and set appropriate expectations (e.g., vendors, internal partners, leaders, internal facilitators)
Manages training projects to ensure proper design, development, implementation and evaluation of training solutions (e.g., timelines, staffing, budgets, deliverables)
Partners with global training units to coordinate and integrate activities of global training staff, as appropriate (e.g., awareness, recruiting, onboarding, training, work direction, infrastructure alignment)
Driving training value and impact
Collaborates with leadership to champion training and development as business priorities
Develops strategies to help leaders create a working environment conducive to the delivery, application and impact of training (e.g., change management, MAP development goals, Vital Signs, Talent Management)
Identifies and implement practices to measure training impact and help leaders ensure that training is applied on the job (e.g., Metrics That Matter, Level III evaluations, follow-up surveys, development actions, learner assessments)
Analyzes training evaluation data to measure training effectiveness and linkage to job performance (e.g., Metrics That Matter, informal feedback from participants/trainers, client satisfaction scores, Net Promoter Scores)
Monitors/analyzes training metrics/data/trends, and communicate areas needing attention to applicable stakeholders (e.g., trainers, designers, leaders, Human Capital, external training clients)
Identifies and implement improvements to learning solutions (e.g., processes, procedures, materials, techniques, curricula) to enhance learning effectiveness and business impact
Develops/analyzes/contributes to Learning Investment Portfolios to drive strategic decisions regarding allocation of training dollars
Drives metric-based continuous improvement in learning and business outcomes (e.g., performance linkage, return on investment, evaluation data) Additional duties include (Operational Training)
Knowledge of the Business and Operational Platforms
Collaborates with appropriate resources (e.g., instructional designers, business partners, SMEs, business leadership) to identify applicable business needs to be addressed in training
Demonstrates understanding of upstream/downstream impacts of the applicable operational processes (e.g., first-call resolution, claims accuracy, timelines), including their impact on customers/consumers/providers
Demonstrates understanding of applicable business structures and strategies (e.g., business segments, Benefits vs. Services, interrelationships)
Identifies and leverages appropriate internal resources in order to address issues that may impact the learning process
Enriches client satisfaction
Establishes credibility with clients to enhance client outcomes (e.g., knowledge of the healthcare and insurance industries, market specific information, best practices)
Demonstrates understanding of client business requirements to ensure that their needs are being met
Serves as liaison between client and internal business leaders to ensure mutual understanding of needs and clear expectations by all stakeholders
Proactively contact clients as needed to ensure effective delivery of our solutions and solicit customer feedback
Demonstrates understanding applicable systems/procedures in order to provide appropriate information to clients (e.g., workflows, claims processing systems, claims payment methodology)
Identifies client scenarios that are not meeting mutual needs, and recommend appropriate course of action (e.g., unneeded solutions, unprofitable business, inability to meet expectations)
Evaluates and analyzes client satisfaction metrics/data (e.g. satisfaction surveys, VOP, etc) to identify opportunities for improving client outcomes, and take appropriate action
Drives Issue Resolution
Identifies and coordinates internal resources across multiple business units to address escalated client situations
Advocates for the client with internal audiences to ensure that client needs are being met
Manages client expectations to ensure understanding of our capabilities and limitations
Escalates client issues to appropriate resources, as needed (i.e., when to escalate, whom to notify)
Executes resolution of client issues, as needed
Drives/participates in effective implementation and delivery of new client services/ solutions, in collaboration with implementation teams
Ensures that client issues are resolved to mutual satisfaction (e.g., information gathering, follow-up, timeliness)
Synthesizes and communicates information on client issue status and resolution to appropriate internal/external stakeholders
Manages Relationships with Stakeholders
Creates partnerships with clients to foster open lines of communication and drive identification of ongoing business opportunities and issues
Manages assigned accounts, as needed (e.g., manage the relationship, maintain ongoing contact, drive issue resolution, ensure proper service delivery)
Coordinates with other internal functions and business leaders to complete projects and address ongoing service needs
Develops/manages relationships with external stakeholders (e.g., payers, brokers, providers, vendors) to identify their needs and ensure proper delivery of our services/solutions, as needed
Facilitates developments on Client Services/Solutions
Demonstrates understanding of the healthcare and insurance industries
Provides recommendations to internal stakeholders to improve effective implementation/ delivery of our client services/solutions
Recommends new or enhanced client services/solutions to internal stakeholders, based on client feedback
Provides consulting/advice on the effective implementation/delivery of our client solutions
Educates new clients on the use of our services/solutions
Provides guidance to clients on services/solutions that we don't offer but are available from other sources Comply with the terms and conditions of the employment contract, company policies and procedures, and any and all directives (such as, but not limited to, transfer and/or re-assignment to different work locations, change in teams and/or work shifts, policies in regards to flexibility of work benefits and/or work environment, alternative work arrangements, and other decisions that may arise due to the changing business environment). The Company may adopt, vary or rescind these policies and directives in its absolute discretion and without any limitation (implied or otherwise) on its ability to do so Required Qualifications: Must be a graduate of any Medical Allied Health course/program (Nursing, Biology, Pharmacy, Medical Technology, etc.) 2+ years of Training Supervisor experience Knowledge of the Business and Operational Platforms Ability to collaborate with appropriate resources (e.g., instructional designers, business partners, SMEs, business leadership) to identify applicable business needs to be addressed in training Demonstrates understanding of upstream/downstream impacts of the applicable operational processes (e.g., first-call resolution, claims accuracy, timelines), including their impact on customers/consumers/providers Knowledge in Instructional Design, People Management Development, Performance Management, Throughput Management, Reporting Demonstrates understanding of applicable business structures and strategies (e.g., business segments, Benefits vs. Services, interrelationships) Ability to identify and leverage appropriate internal resources in order to address issues that may impact the learning process
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone - of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income - deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: Optum is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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