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Senior Medical Director, Transplant Solutions - Remote

Optum · Minneapolis, MN · 2 mo ago
Healthcare$292k–$439k/yrFull-time

About the role

Transplant Resource Solutions is seeking a board-certified Senior Medical Director with transplant expertise to provide clinical leadership, support business growth, strengthen client and provider relationships, and advance quality across transplant programs. This physician leader will partner with clinical experts, clients, providers, and internal stakeholders to guide clinical strategy, evaluate Centers of Excellence, and drive evidence-based improvements that enhance outcomes and program performance.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Provide clinical leadership and strategic guidance for transplant programs and initiatives
  • Lead expert panel discussions and support the development of clinical guidelines and Centers of Excellence (COE) standards
  • Serve as a transplant subject matter expert and educate internal teams, clients, and stakeholders on industry trends and best practices
  • Support new business opportunities, client renewals, and pricing strategy through clinical consultation
  • Lead clinical discussions, case reviews, and performance reviews with clients
  • Build relationships with client medical directors, physician leaders, and provider organizations
  • Participate in provider COE qualification and performance review activities
  • Analyze clinical and operational data to identify trends and improvement opportunities
  • Represent the organization at industry conferences and professional committees, including NMDP, UNOS, SRTR, and CIBMTR

Required Qualifications

  • Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree
  • Current, unrestricted physician license
  • Board certification through an ABMS- or AOA-recognized specialty board
  • 5+ years of clinical experience in transplantation, including transplant patient care, transplant program leadership, transplant-related medical management, or utilization management
  • 5+ years of experience in a physician leadership role
  • Experience analyzing clinical and operational data to improve quality, outcomes, and performance
  • Knowledge of NCQA, URAC, CMS, and applicable state and federal regulatory requirements
  • Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams, influence stakeholders, and drive strategic initiatives
  • Proven success leading process improvement, organizational change, and innovation initiatives

Preferred Qualifications

  • Board certification, fellowship training, or clinical leadership experience in a transplant-related specialty such as Nephrology, Transplant Hepatology, Hematology/Oncology, Cardiology, Pulmonary Medicine, or Transplant Surgery
  • Experience working within large, matrixed healthcare organizations
  • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Proven expertise integrating clinical and financial data to drive quality, utilization, and cost improvement initiatives
  • Proven solid program and project management skills
  • Demonstrated success improving healthcare quality, operational performance, and patient outcomes
  • Proven significant clinical expertise in transplantation, including experience within solid organ transplantation and/or blood and marrow transplantation programs

Pay

The salary for this role will range from $292,300 - $438,500 annually based on full-time employment.

Benefits

In addition to your salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).

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