Favorite Parts Of Being A Head Of Transformation At Optum
Zach, Head of Transformation at Optum, most enjoys the "variety of stuff" their role offers, drawing on past experiences including medical expense analysis, network strategy, and field operations management in Long Beach. This diverse work, while sometimes "stressful," allows Zach to apply strategic thinking and operational experience toward solving "a huge social problem."
Executive/Leadership, Problem-Solving, Project Management, Strategic Thinking, Healthcare
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Job Title
Company
Undergrad
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Zach Goldman
Head of Transformation
Optum
USC, 2007
UCLA Anderson MBA
Political Science, American Studies
Healthcare, Medical & Wellness
Strategic Management and Executive
Honors Student, Scholarship Recipient, Took Out Loans, Student Athlete, First Generation College Student
Video Highlights
1. Working on a wide variety of projects that require flexibility and thought.
2. Combining strategy work with field operations experience.
3. Solving a huge social problem related to healthcare affordability.
Transcript
What do you enjoy most about being in your current role?
The variety of work I get to do is significant. While I didn't fully detail this earlier, during my time at the company, I've held many different responsibilities.
I spent several years explaining the drivers of medical expenses within our network. I also worked on medical management and network strategy initiatives aimed at making care more affordable for our patients.
For a year and a half, I served as a field operator, the general manager of our Long Beach Community operating clinics. Currently, in my role, I combine strategy work with my field operations experience.
Throughout the day, I move between many different topics. This can be stressful at times, as it feels like being pulled in too many directions. However, at the end of the day, I find it very satisfying to work on a wide variety of tasks.
This work requires flexibility and thought. Ultimately, I truly believe it's about solving a huge social problem we face in this country.