Manager, Medical Underwriting (Medicare Advantage)
POSITION SUMMARY
As part of the Government Services Actuarial and Underwriting organization, the Manager, Medical Underwriting will supervise and/or lead an underwriting unit performing new business and/or renewal underwriting functions in support of stated mission and key performance metrics for Aetna's Medicare Advantage business. Underwriting Managers have supervisory responsibilities for staff.
Fundamental Components:
Supervises an underwriting team performing renewal and new business functions in support of stated mission and key performance metrics.
Develops strong unity through dynamic supervision and sharing of expertise.
Manages workflow within unit and directs changing priorities.
Identifies staffing needs and/or training issues.
Leads process improvement initiatives to improve productivity, accuracy, and/or customer service and influences tool development.
Provides superior customer service and helps develop service excellence skills for the team.
Understands, applies and explains company services, product standards, underwriting policies, strategic direction and new initiatives relative to unit's responsibilities.
Grants underwriting exceptions and financial variances within prescribed limit.
May participate in broker/customer meetings.
Works across Aetna's segments/markets to achieve goals.
Utilizes knowledge of competition and competitive position to evaluate risk and maximize profitability.
Helps set case and market strategy.
Ensures that timely actions and deliverables are met by team.
Coaches others to maximize performance and is responsible for performance development and review.
Builds strong cross-functional relationships with sales force and other internal organizations.
BACKGROUND/
Experience:
4-6 years of Medical Underwriting experience, extensive pricing experience via all types of pricing methodologies (manual, experience, blended, alternate, etc.) and funding arrangements.
Previous experience coaching and mentoring others.
Medicare Advantage experience is preferred.
Ability to build strong cross-functional relationships with sales force and other internal organization and work across departments.
Strong communication skills (verbal and written).
EDUCATION
The highest level of education desired for candidates in this position is a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
FUNCTIONAL EXPERIENCES
Functional - Underwriting/Pricing methodologies (manual, experience, blended, alternate, etc.)/4-6 Years
Functional - Products-Medical/All Aetna Medicare Group Plans/4-6 Years
REQUIRED SKILLS
General Business/Demonstrating Business and Industry Acumen/FOUNDATION
Finance/Delivering Profit and Performance/ADVANCED
Finance/Managing Aetnas Risk/MASTERY
Telework Specifications:
Position is open to Part-time Telework (3 days office-based). Option for telework will be evaluated after a certain period of employment.
ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION
Aetna is about more than just doing a job. This is our opportunity to re-shape healthcare for America and across the globe. We are developing solutions to improve the quality and affordability of healthcare. What we do will benefit generations to come.
We care about each other, our customers and our communities. We are inspired to make a difference, and we are committed to integrity and excellence.
Together we will empower people to live healthier lives.
Aetna is an equal opportunity & affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of personal characteristics or status. We take affirmative action to recruit, select and develop women, people of color, veterans and individuals with disabilities.
We are a company built on excellence. We have a culture that values growth, achievement and diversity and a workplace where your voice can be heard.
Benefit eligibility may vary by position. Click here to review the benefits associated with this position.
Aetna takes our candidate's data privacy seriously. At no time will any Aetna recruiter or employee request any financial or personal information (Social Security Number, Credit card information for direct deposit, etc.) from you via e-mail. Any requests for information will be discussed prior and will be conducted through a secure website provided by the recruiter. Should you be asked for such information, please notify us immediately.
Employment Type Regular Career Band Description Management
. Apply now!Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
As part of the Government Services Actuarial and Underwriting organization, the Manager, Medical Underwriting will supervise and/or lead an underwriting unit performing new business and/or renewal underwriting functions in support of stated mission and key performance metrics for Aetna's Medicare Advantage business. Underwriting Managers have supervisory responsibilities for staff.
Fundamental Components:
Supervises an underwriting team performing renewal and new business functions in support of stated mission and key performance metrics.
Develops strong unity through dynamic supervision and sharing of expertise.
Manages workflow within unit and directs changing priorities.
Identifies staffing needs and/or training issues.
Leads process improvement initiatives to improve productivity, accuracy, and/or customer service and influences tool development.
Provides superior customer service and helps develop service excellence skills for the team.
Understands, applies and explains company services, product standards, underwriting policies, strategic direction and new initiatives relative to unit's responsibilities.
Grants underwriting exceptions and financial variances within prescribed limit.
May participate in broker/customer meetings.
Works across Aetna's segments/markets to achieve goals.
Utilizes knowledge of competition and competitive position to evaluate risk and maximize profitability.
Helps set case and market strategy.
Ensures that timely actions and deliverables are met by team.
Coaches others to maximize performance and is responsible for performance development and review.
Builds strong cross-functional relationships with sales force and other internal organizations.
BACKGROUND/
Experience:
4-6 years of Medical Underwriting experience, extensive pricing experience via all types of pricing methodologies (manual, experience, blended, alternate, etc.) and funding arrangements.
Previous experience coaching and mentoring others.
Medicare Advantage experience is preferred.
Ability to build strong cross-functional relationships with sales force and other internal organization and work across departments.
Strong communication skills (verbal and written).
EDUCATION
The highest level of education desired for candidates in this position is a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
FUNCTIONAL EXPERIENCES
Functional - Underwriting/Pricing methodologies (manual, experience, blended, alternate, etc.)/4-6 Years
Functional - Products-Medical/All Aetna Medicare Group Plans/4-6 Years
REQUIRED SKILLS
General Business/Demonstrating Business and Industry Acumen/FOUNDATION
Finance/Delivering Profit and Performance/ADVANCED
Finance/Managing Aetnas Risk/MASTERY
Telework Specifications:
Position is open to Part-time Telework (3 days office-based). Option for telework will be evaluated after a certain period of employment.
ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION
Aetna is about more than just doing a job. This is our opportunity to re-shape healthcare for America and across the globe. We are developing solutions to improve the quality and affordability of healthcare. What we do will benefit generations to come.
We care about each other, our customers and our communities. We are inspired to make a difference, and we are committed to integrity and excellence.
Together we will empower people to live healthier lives.
Aetna is an equal opportunity & affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of personal characteristics or status. We take affirmative action to recruit, select and develop women, people of color, veterans and individuals with disabilities.
We are a company built on excellence. We have a culture that values growth, achievement and diversity and a workplace where your voice can be heard.
Benefit eligibility may vary by position. Click here to review the benefits associated with this position.
Aetna takes our candidate's data privacy seriously. At no time will any Aetna recruiter or employee request any financial or personal information (Social Security Number, Credit card information for direct deposit, etc.) from you via e-mail. Any requests for information will be discussed prior and will be conducted through a secure website provided by the recruiter. Should you be asked for such information, please notify us immediately.
Employment Type Regular Career Band Description Management
. Apply now!Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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