UnitedHealth Group is hiring: Administrative Assistant in California

About the Role

Looking to grow your administrative skills in a flexible, remote environment with one of the most respected names in healthcare?

UnitedHealth Group is hiring a Part-Time Remote Administrative Assistant to support our teams with day-to-day operations. This is a great opportunity for someone who’s organized, proactive, and enjoys keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes. You’ll be a vital part of helping our teams stay focused, efficient, and connected—no matter where they’re working from.

This isn’t just any admin role. It’s one where your attention to detail and people skills truly make a difference.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Keeping calendars organized and on track—scheduling meetings and calls across teams
• Creating and editing documents, spreadsheets, and presentations
• Managing digital files and records so everything’s easy to find and up to date
• Assisting with internal communications and responding to routine inquiries
• Helping new hires get settled—organizing onboarding materials and coordinating access
• Taking meeting notes, following up on tasks, and supporting project logistics
• Entering data accurately into systems and helping keep everything running like clockwork
• Communicating with team members across time zones and departments

You’re detail-oriented, dependable, and love helping others stay organized. You thrive in a remote environment, know how to manage your time, and are comfortable juggling a variety of tasks each day.

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (college degree is a plus!)
• 1+ year of administrative experience (corporate or healthcare experience is a bonus)
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office tools—especially Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Clear and professional communication—both written and verbal
• Strong time management skills and the ability to work independently
• Comfortable handling confidential info with discretion
• A reliable internet connection and a quiet, dedicated workspace at home

Bonus Points If You Have:

• Previous experience working remotely or with virtual teams
• Familiarity with platforms like Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Concur, or SharePoint
• Experience in a healthcare or HIPAA-compliant environment
• Bilingual (especially Spanish/English)

This is a part-time role with purpose. At UnitedHealth Group, we know every team member plays a role in helping people live healthier lives—and as our Administrative Assistant, you’ll be supporting the people who make that mission a reality.

Here’s what else you’ll get:

• Flexible hours that fit into your life (20–25 hours/week, Monday to Friday)
• 100% remote work—no commute necessary
• A welcoming and collaborative virtual team environment
• Opportunities for growth and learning across one of the most innovative healthcare organizations in the world

Diversity & Inclusion Matter Here

We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels supported and respected. UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer—we celebrate diversity and are proud to be an inclusive place to work.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative, Management, and Customer Service

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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Medical insurance

401(k)

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