Medical Director - Post-Acute Care Management - Care Transitions - Remote
Optum
Montebello, CA
1 day ago
$286,104 - $397,743
Job Description
Join Optum as a Medical Director to lead transformative care transitions for patients, enhancing their health journey from hospital to home. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on patient care while working remotely.
Key Responsibilities
Provide daily utilization oversight and external communication with network physicians and hospitals
Conduct daily UM reviews and authorizations
Conduct peer-to-peer conversations for clinical case reviews
Communicate effectively with providers regarding care transitions
Respond to clinical inquiries and serve as a medical contact point
Collaborate with Client Services Team for coordinated care delivery
Contribute to the development of action plans and programs
Interact with network and community physicians and hospital leaders
Provide leadership and guidance for cost management
Participate on the Medical Advisory Board
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