Strategic Medical Director

About the role

The Strategic Medical Director will report to the VP, Sr. Medical Director Clinical Strategy and will drive new clinical program design, strategy, and innovation. They will work closely with clients to understand their needs and will collaborate cross-functionally to shape and execute the clinical strategy.

Responsibilities

• Lead the vision and evolution of the company’s clinical and digital care management offerings as the clinical subject matter expert, in collaboration with colleagues from Clinical Strategy, Analytics, Product Management, Operations, Growth, and other teams
• Utilize market data, consumer research, and patient analytics to spearhead new approaches to effective clinical delivery services, including the introduction of new technology and integrated paths
• Provide physician leadership in the creation of comprehensive research packages, investigating specific clinical areas/offerings and strategic partners of interest to strengthen the offering, then execute on cultivating any external partnerships and/or vendor relationships as necessary
• Partner with the SVP Clinical Strategy on new projects
• Join WISeR meetings to learn the program during implementation, including guiding rule development (e.g., neuro) and clinical decision processes, serving as a physician resource post launch
• Provide subject matter expertise and leadership in Specialty Rx program design, strategy, and client-facing discussions
• Support the Growth team by traveling as one of our clinical experts (MD) for prospective client meetings and sales opportunities
• Build and expand client relationships by partnering with the Growth and Client Experience teams to uncover client pain points, deliver solutions, assign clients to managers as appropriate, and support upsell opportunities (e.g., Sleep programs)
• Participate in strategic planning for Cohere’s clinical and digital care management strategy
• Provide strategic guidance of utilization management and medical policy programs/areas as necessary to support the clinical organization
• Monitor performance of launched clinical programs within your Specialty area and support continuous improvement

Requirements

• Board-certified in Internal Medicine with subspecialty board certification in Sleep Medicine
• Board certification as an MD or DO with a current unrestricted state license to practice medicine
• 5+ years of clinical practice beyond residency/fellowship
• 5+ years experience in managed care or clinical strategy at a health plan, healthtech/solutions/services, expert consulting (partner-level), or related payer-facing roles
• MBA or advanced degree in healthcare-related discipline preferred
• Experience serving as the lead thinker / consulting partner, designing innovative clinical programs and interventions driving value for payers and their members
• Success in building credibility, influence and partnership with key clients
• Executive presence and ability to communicate effectively with partners / clients
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with highly cross-functional teammates and influence internal partner groups
• Strong communication and team management / interpersonal skills
• Strong leadership capabilities and ability to initiate and maintain cross-team relationships

Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates with:

• Experience in managed care or clinical strategy at a health plan, healthtech/solutions/services, expert consulting (partner-level), or related payer-facing roles
• Experience in designing innovative clinical programs and interventions driving value for payers and their members
• Experience in building credibility, influence and partnership with key clients
• Experience in executive presence and effective communication with partners / clients
• Experience in working collaboratively with highly cross-functional teammates and influencing internal partner groups
• Experience in strong communication and team management / interpersonal skills
• Experience in strong leadership capabilities and initiating and maintaining cross-team relationships

Skills

Preferred skills include:

• Knowledge of managed care and clinical strategy
• Experience in designing and implementing clinical programs
• Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships
• Effective communication and presentation skills
• Collaborative problem-solving abilities
• Leadership and team management skills

Benefits

Cohere offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, and Employee Assistance Program
• 401K retirement plan with company match
• Flex Time Off + company holidays
• Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave
• Pet insurance

Pay

The salary range for this position is $250,000 to $300,000 annually; as part of a total benefits package which includes health insurance, 401k and bonus. In accordance with state applicable laws, Cohere is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. Individual pay decisions are ultimately based on a number of factors, including but not limited to qualifications for the role, experience level, skillset, and internal alignment.

Schedule

This is a fully remote opportunity with about 25% travel.