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As of Aug 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for uhg contract in the United States is $106,034.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $89,000.00 and $119,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Uhg Contract vs Certified Nursing Assistant?

AspectUhg ContractCertified Nursing Assistant
CredentialsVaries by assignment, often requires healthcare certificationsMust have CNA certification
Work EnvironmentHospitals, nursing homes, clinicsLong-term care facilities, hospitals, home care
Employer & Industry UsageUhg provides staffing for healthcare facilitiesDirectly employed or through agencies, in healthcare
Search & Comparison IntentCompare staffing options, contract rolesCompare CNA roles, certifications, work settings

Uhg Contract roles often involve temporary staffing in healthcare settings, requiring relevant certifications. Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) are healthcare professionals with specific certification, working primarily in patient care. While both work in healthcare environments, Uhg Contract offers flexible staffing solutions, whereas CNAs are trained professionals providing direct patient care.

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Infographic showing various Uhg Contract job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 60% Full Time, and 40% Contract. Highlights an 90% In-person, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $106,034 per year, or $51 per hour.

Associate Practice Performance Manager - Remote in Arkansas

UnitedHealth Group

Little Rock, AR • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Retirement

Posted 10 days ago

UnitedHealth Group rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 146 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

190th of 889 rated healthcare providers

Job description

At UnitedHealthcare, we're simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and optimized. Ready to make a difference? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
If you reside in Arkansas and Northwest Arkansas is preferred, you will have the flexibility to work remotely* as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities:
  • The Practice Performance Manager is responsible for program implementation and provider performance management which is tracked by designated provider metrics, inclusive minimally of 4 STAR gap closure and coding accuracy
  • The person in this role is expected to work directly with care providers to build relationships, ensure effective education and reporting, proactively identify performance improvement opportunities through analysis and discussion with subject matter experts; and influence provider behavior to achieve needed results
  • Functioning independently, travel across assigned territory to meet with providers to discuss UHG tools and programs focused on improving the quality of care for Medicare Advantage Members
  • Execute applicable provider incentive programs for health plan
  • Establish positive, long-term, consultative relationships with physicians, medical groups, IPAs and ACOs
  • Develop comprehensive, provider-specific plans to increase their HEDIS performance and improve their outcomes
  • Provide ongoing strategic recommendations, training and coaching to provider groups on program implementation and barrier resolution
    Act as lead to pull necessary internal resources together in order to provide appropriate, effective provider education, coaching and consultation Training will include Stars measures (HEDIS/CAHPS/HOS/med adherence), and Optum program administration, use of plan tools, reports and systems
  • Coordinate and lead Stars-specific JOC meetings with provider groups with regular frequency to drive continual process improvement and achieve goals
  • Provide reporting to health plan leadership on progress of overall performance, gap closure, and use of virtual administrative resource
  • Facilitate/lead monthly or quarterly meetings, as required by plan leader, including report and material preparation
  • Provide suggestions and feedback to Optum and health plan
  • Work collaboratively with health plan market leads to make providers aware of Plan-sponsored initiatives designed to assist and empower members in closing gaps
  • Participate within department campaigns to improve overall quality improvements within measure star ratings or contracts
  • Work internally with leadership on adhoc projects, initiatives, and sprints to address measure star ratings and increase overall measure performance
  • Create strategy and action plans for targeted provider groups to increase healthcare delivery, star ratings, and maximize on gap closures
  • Includes up to 75% local travel

Positions in this function drive clinical relationships and engagement with physician practices, members, and pharmacies while partnering internally (with areas such as Network contract ACO mgrs, Health Care Economics and Analytics, Medical Directors, Reporting, Health Plan market leaders) with a goal of improving health, well-being, quality and practice performance while reducing medical costs. Positions are accountable for the full range of clinical practice performance which may include but is not limited to improvement on HEDIS and STARs gap closure, coding accuracy, facilitating effective education and reporting, effective super utilizer engagement (e.g., members with complex and/or chronic conditions), and proactively identifying performance improvement opportunities through the use of data analytics, technology, workflow changes and clinical support. These roles develop comprehensive, provider-specific plans to increase their physician practice performance, reduce readmissions and improve their outcomes.
  • Analyzes and investigates
  • Provides explanations and interpretations within area of expertise

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
  • 5+ years of healthcare industry experience
  • 3+ years of experience working for a health plan and/or for a provider's office
  • 1+ years of STARs experience
  • Microsoft Office specialist with exceptional analytical and data representation expertise; Advanced Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint skills
  • Proven solid communication and presentation skills
  • Proven solid relationship building skills with clinical and non-clinical personnel
  • Driver's License and access to a reliable transportation

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Consulting experience
  • Experience in managed care working with network and provider relations/contracting
  • Medical/clinical background
  • Solid knowledge of electronic medical record systems
  • Solid knowledge of the Medicare market
  • Knowledge base of clinical standards of care, preventive health, and Stars measures
  • Proven solid problem-solving skills
  • Proven solid financial analytical background within Medicare Advantage plans (Risk Adjustment/STARS Calculation models)

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer 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 us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $xx,xxx to $xx,xxx annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employ ment.

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