UM Medical Director - Radiation Oncology - Remote
About the role
Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Work to improve quality and promote evidence-based medicine
- Provide information on quality and efficiency to doctors, patients and customers to inform care choices and drive improvement
- Support initiatives that enhance quality throughout our national network
- Ensure the right service is provided at the right time for each member
- Work with medical director teams focusing on inpatient care management, clinical coverage review, member appeals clinical review, medical claim review and provider appeals clinical review
Success in this technology-heavy role requires exceptional leadership skills, the knowledge and confidence to make autonomous decisions and an ability to thrive in a production-driven setting.
Requirements
- MD or DO degree
- Active, unrestricted physician state license
- Current board certification in ABMS or AOA specialty in Radiation Oncology
- 5+ years of clinical practice experience post residency
- Solid understanding of and concurrence with evidence-based medicine (EBM) and managed care principles
Preferred Qualifications
- Hands-on utilization and/or quality management experience
- Project management or active project participation experience
- Substantial experience in using electronic clinical systems
Benefits
In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).
Pay
The salary for this role will range from $248,500 - $373,000 annually based on full-time employment.