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Sr. Medical Director, FEP Utilization Management

Blue Shield of California

Oakland, CA
2 days ago

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Job Description

Join Blue Shield of California as a Senior Medical Director where you will lead clinical review activities and enhance utilization management for FEP membership. This role involves collaborating with medical directors to improve healthcare access and ensure compliance with regulatory standards, while driving transformative initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Complete assigned clinical reviews and ensure compliance standards
  • Provide clinical leadership and HR oversight for FEP Medical Director team
  • Partner with VP Medical Management to improve service utilization
  • Support care coordination for FEP membership
  • Serve as a clinical and regulatory resource within the organization
  • Collaborate on the implementation of initiatives
  • Abide by departmental policies and applicable laws

Required Qualifications

  • Medical degree (M.D./D.O.)
  • Completed residency in adult-based primary care specialty
  • Active, unrestricted California State Medical License
  • Board Certification in an ABMS category
  • Minimum of 2 years of previous medical leadership experience
  • Minimum 5 years of direct patient care experience post-residency
  • Proficiency in MEDICARE/MEDICARE STARS, NCQA/URAC/Quality Programs
  • Knowledge of national evidence-based medical necessity criteria
  • Strong collaboration and communication skills
  • Excellent analytical, time management, and organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in various medical specialties including internal medicine, family practice, psychiatry, geriatrics, OBGYN
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently
  • Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint