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Optum Insight Jobs in Chicago, IL (NOW HIRING)

Software Engineer

Schaumburg, IL · Remote

$72K - $130K/yr

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology, to help millions of people ... Observability and monitoring tools exposure (e.g., Splunk/Grafana/Prometheus/Dynatrace/App Insights)

Software Engineer

Schaumburg, IL · On-site

$72K - $130K/yr

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology, to help millions of people ... Observability and monitoring tools exposure (e.g., Splunk/Grafana/Prometheus/Dynatrace/App Insights)

Optum for Prescriptions In-Network * Dental and Vision Insurance * Paid Time Off * 401k with match ... Share your valuable insight with our product, marketing and technology teams regarding customer ...

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How much do optum insight jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for optum insight in Chicago, IL is $107,263.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $82,400.00 and $135,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Optum Insight?

An Optum Insight job typically involves working in healthcare analytics, consulting, or technology solutions to improve healthcare operations and outcomes. Employees in these roles may work on data analysis, revenue cycle management, healthcare strategy, or software development for healthcare clients. Optum Insight, a division of Optum, partners with healthcare providers, payers, and government agencies to optimize healthcare delivery and financial performance.

What are the typical responsibilities of an Optum Insight team member?

As an Optum Insight team member, you may work on projects involving healthcare data analysis, process optimization, and consulting with healthcare clients to drive strategic improvements. Responsibilities often include interpreting large datasets, preparing actionable reports, and collaborating with clinicians, IT professionals, and management teams to identify and implement solutions. The role typically involves cross-functional teamwork and ongoing learning to keep pace with healthcare industry trends and technology. Project scopes can vary from short-term efficiency assessments to long-term transformation initiatives, offering a dynamic and impactful work environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed for an Optum Insight position?

To excel at Optum Insight, you need a strong background in data analysis, healthcare consulting, and a deep understanding of the healthcare industry, often supported by a relevant degree such as in business, analytics, or healthcare administration. Familiarity with analytics platforms (such as Tableau or SAS), experience with electronic health record (EHR) systems, and industry certifications like Six Sigma or health informatics credentials are commonly sought. Outstanding analytical thinking, clear communication, and the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights are vital soft skills. These capabilities ensure that you can effectively support providers and payers in improving healthcare outcomes and operational efficiency.

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Infographic showing various Optum Insight job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 77% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $107,348 per year, or $51.6 per hour.

Mkt Manager Revenue Cycle CDI-AR KY TNGA

CommonSpirit Health

Chicago, IL • Remote

$47.52 - $70.68/hr

Full-time

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Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

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Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Mkt Manager Revenue Cycle CDI, you will provide expert oversight to our regional clinical documentation teams, ensuring full accountability for performance and compliance with regulatory standards. You will serve as a strategic partner to the CSH leadership team, acting as a vital liaison between physicians, coding departments, and clinical quality stakeholders to ensure the highest level of integrity and accuracy within inpatient medical records. Your primary focus will be driving enterprise-wide Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) through robust strategic planning and the execution of comprehensive revenue cycle documentation improvement initiatives.

Every day you will analyze complex data sets to generate monthly performance dashboards, providing actionable insights to executive leadership regarding CDI outcomes. You will manage the daily workflow of the CDI team, overseeing initial and follow-up reviews, ensuring the generation of compliant queries, and upholding the ethical coding standards established by AHIMA, AAPC, and ACDIS. Furthermore, you will facilitate education for new providers, participate in cross-functional patient care committees, and assist in the development of high-level steering committee presentations to advance the organization’s revenue cycle and clinical documentation goals.

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate exceptional leadership skills and the ability to resolve complex operational issues through organized, data-driven decision-making. You must possess strong oral communication skills, with the professional presence required to deliver impactful presentations to large groups, including medical staff and hospital executives. Your commitment to sustained improvement, adherence to clinical documentation best practices, and collaborative mindset will be essential in maintaining the excellence of our CDI program and supporting accurate DRG assignment and revenue cycle optimization across CommonSpirit Health.

  • Lead and mentor a high-performing CDI team to achieve daily revenue cycle productivity and accuracy benchmarks.
  • Develop and implement strategic action plans to improve clinical documentation quality and regulatory compliance.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert and liaison between medical staff, clinical quality teams, and medical coding departments.
  • Utilize data analytics to create revenue cycle performance reports and dashboards for executive leadership review.
  • Spearhead provider education initiatives to ensure documentation alignment with current coding and DRG assignment guidelines.
  • Maintain strict adherence to ethical coding and documentation standards as mandated by AHIMA, ACDIS, and AAPC.
Job Requirements

Required

  • Associate Of Nursing and 4-6 years
  • Associates Other Associate's degree HIM or related field
  • Current RN license and/or certification from AHIMA (CDIP) or ACDIS (CCDS) to be maintained
  • 4-6 years 5 years of recent management of hospital-based CDI teams (hospital, large multi-facility organization, etc.)

Preferred

  • Bachelors Of Science in Nursing (BSN)
  • Bachelors Other or Bachelor’s degree in HIM 
  • Previous experience effectively managing remote teams
  • Experience with various encoder and EMR systems (Optum eCAC, Solventum, EPIC, Cerner, Meditech)
  • Clinical Documentation Improvement Professional
Where You'll Work

Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation’s largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 137 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings. CommonSpirit has more than 157,000 employees, 45,000 nurses and 25,000 physicians and advanced practice providers across 24 states and contributes more than $4.2 billion annually in charity care, community benefits and unreimbursed government programs. Together with our patients, physicians, partners, and communities, we are creating a more just, equitable, and innovative healthcare delivery system.

Qualifications:

Required

  • Associate Of Nursing and 4-6 years
  • Associates Other Associate's degree HIM or related field
  • Current RN license and/or certification from AHIMA (CDIP) or ACDIS (CCDS) to be maintained
  • 4-6 years 5 years of recent management of hospital-based CDI teams (hospital, large multi-facility organization, etc.)

Preferred

  • Bachelors Of Science in Nursing (BSN)
  • Bachelors Other or Bachelor’s degree in HIM 
  • Previous experience effectively managing remote teams
  • Experience with various encoder and EMR systems (Optum eCAC, Solventum, EPIC, Cerner, Meditech)
  • Clinical Documentation Improvement Professional
Employment Type: Full Time

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