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How much do optum financial jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for optum financial in Colorado is $24.56, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $27.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Optum Financial job?

An Optum Financial job typically involves working in healthcare financial services, supporting payment solutions, account management, and financial operations for healthcare providers and consumers. Roles may include customer support, financial analysis, claims processing, or product management. Employees help manage Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), and other financial products. These positions require knowledge of healthcare finance, regulatory compliance, and customer service.

What are the common daily responsibilities in an Optum Financial position?

In an Optum Financial role, daily responsibilities often include managing financial transactions, analyzing data to support business decisions, preparing reports for internal and external stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with evolving healthcare financial regulations. Team members frequently collaborate with colleagues across finance, operations, and healthcare teams to align financial strategies with organizational goals. The work environment is typically fast-paced and detail-oriented, offering opportunities to learn from industry experts and expand your skill set. This exposure makes it a valuable position for those interested in advancing within the healthcare finance sector.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Optum Financial position, and why are they important?

To thrive in an Optum Financial role, candidates typically need a solid background in finance, healthcare administration, or business, often supported by a relevant degree. Familiarity with financial management systems, data analytics tools, and industry-specific platforms such as SAP or Oracle is greatly valued. Outstanding analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help individuals excel in this environment. These abilities ensure the accurate management of financial operations, compliance with industry regulations, and effective collaboration within a large health services organization.

Infographic showing various Optum Financial job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,079 per year, or $24.6 per hour.

Primary Care PGY3 Residents - Optum Pathways Program *Remote* - Optum Colorado

UnitedHealth Group

Colorado Springs, CO • On-site, Remote

$35K - $75K/yr

Part-time

Retirement

Posted 9 days ago


UnitedHealth Group rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 146 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

189th of 895 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Optum in Colorado is seeking a PGY3 Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Resident to join our Primary Care Pathway Program. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.
As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.
At Optum, you'll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. Here, you'll work alongside talented peers in a collaborative environment that is guided by diversity and inclusion while driving towards the Quadruple Aim. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
Position Highlights:
  • This is a temporary, remote role intended for 3rd year physician residents, interested in pursuing a full-time role with our group following completion of residency.
  • OptumCare will educate and prepare the Physician for next generation population health models in a top-notch patient and provider setting.
  • The customized program will be completed at New West facilities and/or virtually with deep exposure to primary care within a team-based practice environment that will require a commitment of few hours per month
  • By being a Pathway Physician in their final year of training, residents can complete their training with added financial and mentoring support. Having made a commitment to practice group and location, a career search will not distract from the third year of training. The commitment and dedication of the Pathway Physician to their education and residency program is the priority.
  • The Pathway Program is meant to enhance the final year of the residency experience while helping the training physician develop an added skill set to maximize success as the transition from residency to private practice.
  • Early commitment through the Pathway Program allows the physician to enhance their work life balance during their last year of residency.

What makes an Optum Career different?
  • Be part of a best-in-class employee experience that enables you to practice at the top of your license
  • We believe that better care for clinicians equates to better care for patients
  • We are influencing change collectively on a national scale while still maintaining the culture and community of our local care organizations
  • Practice medicine autonomously, with the support, not restrictions, of a sustainable and thriving national health care organization

Required Qualifications:
  • M.D. or D.O.
  • Must be transitioning into their 3rd year of residency or early into their 3rd year, or completing a fellowship.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Preferred candidate will be a local physician resident in Colorado

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy
The salary range for this role is $35,000 to $75,000. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. 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.
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.
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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