Primary Care Medical Director - Phoenix, AZ

UnitedHealth Group•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

Optum Arizona is seeking a Primary Care Medical Director to join our team in Phoenix, AZ. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live. As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you’ll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone. At Optum, you’ll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. Here, you’ll work alongside talented peers in a collaborative environment that is guided by diversity and inclusion while driving towards the Quadruple Aim. We believe you deserve an exceptional career and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting. Growing together. We run a systems-based practice, as manifested by actions that demonstrate an awareness of and responsiveness to the larger context and system of health care and the ability to effectively call on system resources to provide care that is of optimal value.

Requirements

Medical degree (M.D. or D.O.) from an accredited institution.
Board certification in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or a related primary care specialty.
Active and unrestricted medical license to practice in Arizona, or ability to obtain prior to start.
Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience in primary care, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Proven ability to manage and lead a multidisciplinary team.
Experience with quality improvement and clinical protocol development.
Commitment to patient-centered care and continuous improvement.
Experience with value-based care models and initiatives.

Responsibilities

Provide clinical oversight and leadership to the primary care team, including physicians, advanced practice clinicians, and other healthcare professionals.
Develop and implement clinical protocols and guidelines to ensure the highest standards of care.
Collaborate with other medical directors and administrative leaders to align primary care services with the overall goals of the medical group.
Monitor and evaluate clinical performance, quality metrics, and patient outcomes.
Lead quality improvement initiatives and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
Lead in the recruitment, training, and mentoring of primary care staff.
Manage patient care activities, including direct patient care, as needed.
Foster a culture of teamwork, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Champion value-based care initiatives to improve patient outcomes and reduce healthcare costs.
Implement strategies to enhance patient satisfaction and engagement through value-based care models.
Analyze and utilize data to drive decision-making and improve care delivery.
Develop and oversee programs aimed at improving care coordination and reducing hospital readmissions.
Monitor and manage healthcare costs to ensure affordability while maintaining high-quality care.
Lead efforts to integrate preventive care and chronic disease management into primary care practices.
Ensure compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements related to value-based care.
Educate and train staff on value-based care principles and practices.

Benefits

Med/Den/Vis, STD, LTD, and more
Continuing Medical Education allowance with time off
Robust Relocation program
Professional Liability Insurance
Excellent PTO package
Generous retirement program including employer funded contributions (401K)
You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

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