Strategic Medical Director, General Medicine

About the role

The Strategic Medical Director will report to the VP, Sr Medical Director, Clinical Strategy and be a fundamental physician driver of new clinical program design, strategy, and innovation – working closely with prospective and current clients as we rapidly expand.

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
• Partner with the VP Clinical Strategy and Cohere teams on new projects
• 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)
• Provide subject matter expertise and leadership in General Medicine, strategy, and client-facing discussions as needed
• 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

• Completed US-based residency program. Internal Medicine or Family Practice training preferred
• 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
• Strong communication and team management / interpersonal skills
• Strong leadership capabilities and ability to initiate and maintain cross-team relationships

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with highly cross-functional teammates and influence internal partner groups

Skills

• Strong communication and team management / interpersonal skills
• Strong leadership capabilities and ability to initiate and maintain cross-team relationships

Benefits

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

Pay

The salary range for this position is $285,000 to $305,000 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.