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Population Health Coordinator

1+ years
$17.74 – $31.63 per hour
10 July 31, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./M.Sc./B.Pharm/M.Pharm/Life science 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

Population Health Coordinator
Location: Worcester, Massachusetts, USA (Hybrid – 3 days onsite at 100 Front Street, Worcester, MA 01608)
Job Category: Medical & Clinical Operations
Requisition Number: 2302868
Salary Range: $17.74 – $31.63 per hour (full-time), based on experience, education, and location

About the Role:
As a Population Health Coordinator at Optum, you will play a crucial role in improving patient outcomes by supporting clinical teams with outreach, coordination, and data-driven processes. You’ll work closely with clinicians, care teams, and patients to ensure proactive care delivery, particularly for those overdue for lab work or medical appointments.

Work Schedule:

  • Full-time: 38.75-hour workweek

  • Monday – Friday | Business hours: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM EST

  • Hybrid model: 3 days in-office, 2 days remote (subject to team needs)

  • Occasional overtime may be required based on business demand

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Conduct patient outreach via phone, email, and/or mail to promote clinical follow-ups, lab testing, and appointment attendance.

  • Place lab orders and schedule appointments in the Epic EMR system as directed by clinicians.

  • Generate and analyze reports in Healthy Planet Registry to identify patients needing labs or overdue screenings.

  • Collaborate with clinicians to determine population reports and plan outreach strategy.

  • Coordinate with care teams to support patient care plans and assist in service linkages.

  • Identify and report data gaps, trends, and improvement opportunities.

  • Perform other administrative and clinical support duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED (or higher).

  • Availability to work a full-time schedule (Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM EST).

  • Reside within commuting distance to Worcester, MA.

  • Quiet, secure home workspace with a high-speed internet connection.

  • Ability to maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 1+ year of experience in healthcare or medical coordination roles.

  • Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) and medical terminology.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and spreadsheet data manipulation.

  • Experience in working with data reports or registries.

  • Ability to travel locally up to 50% of the time (if required by the team).

Soft Skills:

  • Strong time management and multitasking abilities.

  • Clear and effective communication – written and verbal.

  • Works well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

  • Team-oriented with good interpersonal skills and judgment.

Benefits Include:

  • Paid Time Off + 8 Paid Holidays

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

  • Short-term and Long-term Disability Coverage

  • 401(k) Plan & Employee Stock Purchase Options

  • Education Reimbursement

  • Voluntary Benefits (pet insurance, legal services, etc.)

  • Employee Assistance Program & Referral Bonus

  • Career development and growth support

Why Join Optum?
Be part of a mission-driven organization that aims to remove barriers in healthcare and improve outcomes across populations. Optum offers a diverse, inclusive culture, with robust benefits and a commitment to health equity. Here, you’ll grow your career while helping others live healthier lives.