Medical Director - Radiation Oncology - Anywhere in US
About The Position
Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. Looking for a chance to drive measurable and meaningful improvement in the use of evidence-based medicine, patient safety, practice variation and affordability? You can make a difference at UnitedHealth Group and our family of businesses in serving our Medicare, Medicaid and commercial members and plan sponsors. Be part of changing the way health care is delivered while working with a Fortune 6 industry leader. You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
Requirements
- MD or DO degree
- Active, unrestricted physician state license
- Current board certification in ABMS or AOA specialty in Oncology or Radiation Oncology
- 5+ years of clinical practice experience post residency
- Solid understanding of and concurrence with evidence-based medicine (EBM) and managed care principles
Nice To Haves
- Hands-on utilization and/or quality management experience
- Project management or active project participation experience
- Substantial experience in using electronic clinical systems
Responsibilities
- Work to improve quality and promote evidence-based medicine
- Provide information on quality and efficiency to doctors, patients and customers to inform care choices and drive improvement
- Support initiatives that enhance quality throughout our national network
- Ensure the right service is provided at the right time for each member
- Work with medical director teams focusing on inpatient care management, clinical coverage review, member appeals clinical review, medical claim review and provider appeals clinical review
Benefits
- a comprehensive benefits package
- incentive and recognition programs
- equity stock purchase
- 401k contribution
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
