Healthcare Product Consultant – Medicare

Join Cognizant as a Healthcare Product Consultant – Medicare, working remotely from Phoenix, Maricopa County, US. This full‑time role supports government‑sponsored health programs by implementing the TriZetto Elements suite.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise payer clients on best practices for TriZetto Elements deployment in Medicare and other government programs.
• Lead configuration, enrollment, and reconciliation processes to ensure accurate claim and benefit administration.
• Conduct system testing, data validation, and troubleshooting to guarantee seamless go‑live transitions.
• Provide training and documentation for client teams, fostering self‑sufficiency and ongoing product adoption.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams—including developers, business analysts, and project managers—to deliver integrated solutions on schedule.
• Monitor post‑implementation performance, identify improvement opportunities, and recommend enhancements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Health Informatics, Business Administration, Computer Science, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience consulting on healthcare payer systems, preferably with TriZetto or similar platforms.
• Strong knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and other government health programs, including enrollment and reconciliation workflows.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while managing multiple client engagements.

Preferred Skills

• Certifications such as Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) or TriZetto Elements specialist.
• Experience with Agile project methodologies.
• Familiarity with SQL, data mapping, and reporting tools.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $88,281.06 annually. Cognizant offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this position fully remote?

Yes, the Healthcare Product Consultant role is remote, allowing you to work from Phoenix or any location within the United States.

What experience is required with TriZetto Elements?

Cognizant looks for at least three years of hands‑on experience configuring, testing, or supporting TriZetto Elements or similar healthcare payer systems.

What benefits does Cognizant provide?

Cognizant offers health, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and continuous learning programs.