Medical Director - Post-Acute Care Management - Care Transitions - Remote anywhere in US
Optum
Glendale, AZ
12 days ago
$238,000 - $357,500
Job Description
Join Optum as a Medical Director in Post-Acute Care Management and lead transformative health care initiatives. Work remotely to enhance care transitions for patients, ensuring they receive comprehensive support as they navigate their health journey.
Key Responsibilities
Provide daily utilization oversight and communication with physicians and hospitals
Conduct peer-to-peer clinical case reviews and authorizations
Collaborate with Client Services Team for coordinated care delivery
Engage with network and community physicians, hospital leaders, and vendors
Lead cost management initiatives in coordination with network providers
Participate on the Medical Advisory Board
Provide intermittent weekend and evening coverage
Required Qualifications
Board certification as an MD, DO, MBBS with a current unrestricted license to practice
Current, unrestricted medical license and ability to obtain licensure in multiple states
3+ years of post-residency patient care, preferably in inpatient or post-acute setting
Preferred Qualifications
Licensure in multiple states
Willingness to obtain additional state licenses
Understanding of population-based medicine and CMS criteria for post-acute care
Ability to work within a team environment
Ability to complete assignments with reasonable oversight
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively
Competence in electronic health records and associated technology
Excellent organizational, analytical, verbal and written communication skills
Motivated, flexible, and adaptable to a fast-paced environment
Benefits & Perks
Comprehensive benefits packageIncentive and recognition programsEquity stock purchase401k contribution