Medical Director - Post-Acute Care Management - Care Transitions - Remote
Optum
Scottsdale, AZ
1 day ago
$286,104 - $397,743
Job Description
Join Optum as a Medical Director to lead innovative care transition solutions that enhance patient outcomes and ensure effective healthcare delivery. This remote role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on patient care and collaborate with a talented team.
Key Responsibilities
Provide daily utilization oversight and communication with network physicians
Conduct daily UM reviews and authorizations
Perform peer-to-peer clinical case reviews
Ensure effective communication with providers regarding care transitions
Respond to clinical inquiries as a medical contact point
Represent Care Transitions at external levels
Collaborate with Client Services Team for coordinated care
Develop action plans to address strategic initiatives
Interact with network and community healthcare providers
Provide leadership for cost management coordination
Meet with leadership to review care coordination issues
Provide input for analytics and client services enhancement
Manage local queries regarding patient case management
Participate on the Medical Advisory Board
Provide intermittent weekend and evening coverage
Required Qualifications
Board certification as an MD, DO, MBBS
Current, unrestricted medical license
3+ years of post-residency patient care experience
Preferred Qualifications
Licensure in multiple states
Understanding of population-based medicine
Demonstrated ability to work within a team environment
Benefits & Perks
Comprehensive benefits packageIncentive and recognition programsEquity stock purchase401k contribution