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At UnitedHealthcare, we're simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and equitable. Ready to make a difference? Join us to start **Caring. Connecting. Growing together.** The **Principal** **Investigator** is responsible for identification, investigation and prevention of healthcare fraud, waste, and abuse. The **Principal** **Investigator** will utilize claims data, applicable guidelines, and other sources of information to identify aberrant billing practices and patterns. The **Principal** **Investigator** is responsible for conducting investigations which may include fieldwork to perform interviews and obtain records and/or other relevant documentation. Position is telework with preference for those in Florida. Potential for up to 25% of travel. You will enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. **Primary Responsibilities:** + Assess complaints of alleged misconduct received within the Company + Investigate highly complex cases of fraud, waste and abuse + Detect fraudulent activity by members, providers, employees and other parties against the Company + Develop and deploy the most effective and efficient investigative strategy for each investigation + Maintain accurate, current, and thorough case information in the Special Investigations Unit's (SIU's) case tracking system + Collect and secure documentation or evidence and prepare summaries of the findings + Participate in settlement negotiations and/or produce investigative materials in support of the latter + Collect, collate, analyze, and interpret data relating to fraud, waste and abuse referrals + Ensure compliance of applicable federal/state regulations or contractual obligations + Report suspected fraud, waste and abuse to appropriate federal or state government regulators + Comply with goals, policies, procedures, and strategic plans as delegated by SIU leadership + Collaborate with state/federal partners, at the discretion of SIU leadership, to include attendance at workgroups or regulatory meetings + Communicate effectively including written and verbal forms of communication + Develop goals and objectives, track progress and adapt to changing priorities **What are the reasons to consider working for UnitedHealth Group? Put it all together - competitive base pay, a full and comprehensive benefit program, performance rewards, and a management team who demonstrates their commitment to your success. Some of our offerings include:** + Paid Time Off which you start to accrue with your first pay period plus 8 Paid Holidays + Medical Plan options along with participation in a Health Spending Account or a Health Saving account + Dental, Vision, Life& AD&D Insurance along with Short-term disability and Long-Term Disability coverage + 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan + Education Reimbursement + Employee Discounts + Employee Assistance Program + Employee Referral Bonus Program + Voluntary Benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance, etc.) + More information can be downloaded at: You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear directions 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's Degree or Associate's Degree and 2+ years of equivalent work experience with healthcare related employment + Demonstrated advanced level of knowledge in health care fraud, waste and abuse (FWA) or 5+ years of experience in health care fraud, waste and abuse (FWA) + Demonstrated advanced level of knowledge in state or federal regulatory FWA requirements or 5+ years of experience in state or federal regulatory FWA requirements + Demonstrated advanced level of knowledge analyzing data to identify fraud, waste and abuse trends or 5+ years of experience in analyzing data to identify fraud, waste and abuse trends + Demonstrated advanced level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word or 5+ years of experience in Microsoft Excel and Word + Ability to travel up to 25% of the time within your market for on-site interviews for investigations per business needs + Ability to participate in legal proceedings, arbitration, and depositions at the direction of management + Access to reliable transportation and valid US driver's license **Preferred Qualifications:** + Active affiliations: + National Health Care Anti-Fraud Association (NHCAA) + Accredited Health Care Fraud Investigator (AHFI) + Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) + Certified Professional Coder (CPC) + Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) *All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy. The salary range for this role is $71,600 to $140,600 annually based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. **_Application Deadline:_** _This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants._ _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._ \#RPO #GREEN

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