Physician Lead

About the Role

Humana's Primary Care Organization is one of the largest and fastest-growing value-based care, senior-focused primary care providers in the country, operating over 400 centers across 15 states under the CenterWell and Conviva brands. As a payor-agnostic, wholly owned subsidiary of Humana, our centers prioritize the needs of seniors through a team-based care model led by physicians and supported by a diverse care team addressing physical, emotional, and social wellness.

The Physician Lead serves as a clinician handling a variety of health-related problems, reporting directly to the Market CMO and working in-person at Kansas City outpatient clinics. This role splits time between direct patient care (60%) and administrative responsibilities (40%) related to clinical oversight.

Responsibilities

• Work with Market CMO and operational leadership to grow the model of care, design profit improvement projects, and contribute to strategic initiatives.
• Oversee clinicians, including Physicians, Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioners (ARNP), and Physician Assistants (PA), by:
  • Maintaining collaborative/supervisory agreements per state protocols.
  • Assisting with panel management and providing direct education on clinical protocols, disease prevalence, and quality care.
  • Guiding clinicians on patient terminations in collaboration with compliance.
  • Supporting clinicians with schedule templates, coverage, daily issues, behavioral concerns, PTO management, CME time/reimbursement, and performance reviews.
  • Resolving inquiries, requests, and complaints from clinical staff and patients.
  • Organizing team-building activities.
• Conduct ongoing chart reviews/audits of clinical staff to ensure quality care and identify education/coaching opportunities.
• Identify trends and opportunities in pharmacy use to manage Part D per Member per Month (PMPM) costs while maintaining high-quality care.
• Optimize the network of preferred specialists to improve care delivery and cost-saving opportunities.
• Make decisions to identify and mitigate complex technical and operational problems within clinics.
• Manage financial and operational performance of assigned clinics.
• Participate in provider committees (e.g., Technology Governance, EMR Optimization), shared service strategy meetings, and quality improvement programs.
• Assist in recruiting and interviewing potential clinical staff.
• Engage in patient retention, marketing activities, and community representation in media/press.
• Other responsibilities as directed by the Market CMO.

Requirements

• MD or DO degree from an accredited university.
• 8+ years of technical experience.
• 2+ years of project leadership experience.
• Licensure in the state of practice.
• Board Certification in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Geriatric Medicine.
• If hired, TB screening will be required.

Pay

The starting base pay range for this full-time (40 hours per week) position is $292,000 - $341,500 per year, with variations based on geographic location and individual qualifications. This role is eligible for a bonus incentive plan based on company and/or individual performance.

Benefits

Humana offers competitive benefits designed to support whole-person well-being, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Paid time off (including company/personal holidays, parental and caregiver leave).
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• Life insurance.
• Additional opportunities for personal and professional growth.

About Us

CenterWell Senior Primary Care, part of Humana Inc., is a leading provider of proactive, preventive care for seniors, offering wellness visits, chronic condition management, screenings, and more. Our integrated care teams, including physicians, nurses, and behavioral health specialists, spend up to 50% more time with patients to deliver compassionate, personalized care. CenterWell focuses on whole health, addressing physical, emotional, and social wellness to improve patient outcomes.