Primary Care Medical Director - Phoenix, AZ

Key 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.

Compensation & Benefits Highlights

• 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)

Required Qualifications

• 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.

Pay Range

The salary range for this role is $269,500 to $425,500 per year. Salary Range is defined as total cash compensation at target. The actual range and pay mix of base and bonus is variable based upon experience and metric achievement. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc.

About the Role

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.

Benefits

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