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Medical Director - Post-Acute Care Management - Care Transitions - Remote

Optum

Bell, CA
1 day ago
$238,000 - $357,500

Job Description

Join Optum as a Medical Director to transform health care delivery for patients transitioning from hospital to home, ensuring they receive the best care possible. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of older adults while working remotely.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide daily utilization oversight and external communication with network physicians and hospitals
  • Conduct daily UM reviews and authorizations
  • Engage in peer-to-peer clinical case reviews
  • Communicate effectively with providers regarding care delivery
  • Respond to clinical inquiries and serve as a medical contact point
  • Collaborate with Client Services Team for coordinated care delivery
  • Develop action plans for strategic initiatives
  • Participate in 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
  • Willingness to obtain additional state licenses
  • Understanding of population-based medicine
  • Ability to work within a team environment
  • Competence in electronic health records
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills

Benefits & Perks

Comprehensive benefits packageIncentive and recognition programsEquity stock purchase401k contribution