Business Analysis Consultant, National Performance Strategic Insights - Remote

Optum is a healthcare services company focused on improving how care is delivered through integrated health programs and responsible AI. The Business Analysis Consultant will analyze Care at Home and National Performance data, develop executive-ready insights and narratives, and help leaders make strategic decisions that improve value-based care outcomes.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze operational, clinical, financial, utilization, affordability, and member performance data to identify trends, risks, opportunities, and performance drivers
• Transform quantitative analysis into compelling data stories that clearly communicate key findings, business implications, and recommended actions
• Develop executive-ready presentations, business reviews, dashboards, and performance narratives for senior leaders
• Create consistent messaging that translates performance results to strategic priorities and organizational goals
• Contribute to continuous improvement of executive reporting, performance management tools, and business review processes
• Partner with business stakeholders to understand operational context and ensure performance findings are meaningful and actionable
• Partner with reporting and analytics teams to improve data quality, reporting consistency, and analytical capabilities

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in business analysis, healthcare analytics, strategy, performance management, operations, consulting, or a related field
• Experience within Care at Home, home-based care, managed care, population health, care management, or a related healthcare environment
• Experience analyzing operational and business performance to identify trends, risks, opportunities, and root causes
• Experience creating executive presentations, dashboards, scorecards, and business reviews
• Experience leveraging data from Power BI, Tableau, DOMO or other data visualization tools
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Demonstrated understanding of value-based care principles and performance drivers
• Demonstrated solid data storytelling capabilities with the ability to translate analysis into executive-level decision-ready insights and recommendations
• Demonstrated solid analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders and work effectively in a highly matrixed environment
• Experience supporting care delivery performance management initiatives
• Experience evaluating value-based care programs and outcomes
• Experience supporting executive leaders through strategic analysis and business insights
• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, SQL, or other business intelligence tools
• Knowledge of healthcare operational, clinical, utilization, financial, and affordability metrics
• Familiarity with evolving care models, Models of Care, market performance management, and/or operational transformation initiatives