Overview
As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA
This position is for Health Plans use only. This position works with the Underwriting Manager and Actuarial team to collect, review and analyze information needed to underwrite new and renewal group plans.
Corporate Overview: University of Utah Health is an integrated academic healthcare system with five hospitals including a level 1 trauma center, eleven community health centers, over 1,600 providers, and a health plan serving over 200,000 members. University of Utah Health is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. In addition to our clinical delivery system, we have a School of Medicine, School of Dentistry, College of Nursing, College of Pharmacy, and College of Health providing education and training for over 1,250 providers annually. We have over 2 million patient visits annually and research grants exceeding $350 million. University of Utah Hospitals and Clinics represents our clinical operations for the larger health system.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
Collects, reviews and analyzes information needed to underwrite new business and renewal group medical policies.
Identifies missing information and works with the sales team and brokers to gain information as required.
Applies standard underwriting guidelines to accurately calculate medical rates.
Prepares and review proposals.
Prepares and review employer and stop loss reporting packages.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
Ability to work effectively, independently, and as part of a team.
Strong organization, time management and project management skills and multi-tasking abilities.
Strong computer skills including excel, access, and SQL.
Ability to negotiate and interact well with all professional levels within the healthcare industry.
Qualifications
Required
Associates' degree in a related area, or the equivalency.
One year experience in underwriting or in the insurance industry.
Qualifications (Preferred)
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.
- This is a sedentary position in an office setting that may exert up to 10 pounds and may life, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. This position involved sitting most of the time and is not exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
Physical Requirements
Listening, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Walking
Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed
To inquire about this posting, email: [email protected]
EEO Statement
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patient populations.
All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at 801-581-6500. If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at:www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted atoeo.utah.edu/
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
Requisition Number 85097
Reg/Temp Regular
Employment Type Full-Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm
Location Name University of Utah Health Plans
Workplace Set Up Hybrid
City Murray
State UT
Department UIP CST 01H UUHP ACTUARIAL DPT
Category Health Plans
Workplace Set Up Hybrid
