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Clinical Investigator

0.6-3 years
Not Disclosed
10 Nov. 21, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Clinical Investigator

Requisition Number: 2299562
Location: Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India
Category: Claims

Optum, a global leader in healthcare innovation and technology-driven services, is hiring Clinical Investigators to support claims investigation, recovery processes, and compliance management. This role contributes directly to improving health outcomes by ensuring accuracy, preventing fraudulent activities, and upholding regulatory standards across diverse healthcare claims.

Join an inclusive, growth-oriented environment where you can collaborate with talented professionals, gain access to comprehensive benefits, and advance your career while supporting meaningful improvements in global health operations.


Role Overview

The Clinical Investigator will be responsible for investigating, analyzing, and resolving a wide range of healthcare claims, including those related to commercial plans, government entities, and managed care. This position requires strong medical understanding, analytical capability, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently across multiple functions.


Primary Responsibilities

  • Prevent inappropriate or fraudulent claim payments by applying medical knowledge, CPT/diagnosis code expertise, CMC guidelines, and client-specific policies.

  • Ensure strict adherence to federal and state compliance standards, reimbursement policies, and contract requirements.

  • Conduct comprehensive investigations across all types of claims, including coordination of benefits and subrogation cases.

  • Initiate communication with members, providers, and insurers to collect accurate data and validate claim details.

  • Support claim recovery activities, including processing payables and recoveries for subrogation cases.

  • Assist internal teams with special projects, reporting, and auditing activities.

  • Perform claim reviews and investigations independently without predefined protocols.

  • Serve as a resource for peers and coordinate activities within the team when required.

  • Ensure compliance with company policies, employment terms, and directives related to work shifts, workplace flexibility, and operational changes.


Required Qualifications

  • Education: Medical degree in BHMS, BAMS, BUMS, BPT, MPT, B.Sc Nursing, or BDS.

  • Experience Required:

    • 6 months to 3 years of relevant experience in clinical review, claims, or healthcare operations.

    • Freshers with degrees in BPT/MPT/BHMS/BAMS/BUMS are also eligible.

  • Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accuracy and quality.

  • Strong analytical, comprehension, and problem-solving skills.

  • Experience working within medical or clinical functions.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in claims processing or clinical adjudication.

  • Knowledge of health insurance operations, managed care, and U.S. healthcare systems.

  • Familiarity with medical records and medical coding principles.