Associate Medical Director - Inland Empire

UnitedHealth Group; Ontario; On-site; CAD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking an Associate Medical Director in Ontario. This role involves overseeing population health initiatives, supervising clinicians, and collaborating with local leadership to enhance quality of care. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to improving healthcare for all.

Benefits

401(k) with match

Executive Savings Plan

UHG Employee Stock Purchase Program

CME time and funds

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Guidance in developing infrastructure for population health initiatives.
• Building a network of high-quality providers.

Responsibilities

• Supervise clinicians regarding risk adjustment and quality metrics.
• Serve as a liaison for communication with community providers.
• Support recruiting employed physicians as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Quality Improvement

Job description

Optum CA is seeking an Associate Medical Director to join our team in the Inland Empire Region, CA. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is transforming how clinicians work and live.

As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you’ll play a vital role in our mission to improve healthcare for everyone.

At Optum, you’ll have access to extensive clinical resources, data, and support from a global organization, enabling you to help your patients lead healthier lives. You will collaborate with talented peers in a diverse and inclusive environment, working toward the Quadruple Aim. We believe in providing an exceptional career experience and empowering you to thrive both professionally and personally. Join us to make a meaningful impact on community health while contributing innovative ideas to enhance care for millions nationwide. Together, we can make healthcare better for all. Discover the rewarding nature of medicine with Optum—Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

If you want to truly impact the lives you touch, this is your opportunity.

As part of our growth, we are excited to offer a new Associate Medical Director position to join our leadership team in the Inland Empire region.

Overview:

The Associate Medical Director (AMD) is part of the clinical leadership team, providing guidance to develop infrastructure and oversee performance management of population health and medical initiatives in the Inland Empire. The AMD will also focus on building and maintaining a network of high-quality providers within the region. Working closely with operational leadership, they will ensure the relevance of clinician compensation structures. The role includes supporting the hiring and performance management of employed clinicians and overseeing community physician leaders.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Supervise IPA (Independent Physician Associate) clinicians and employed/group clinicians regarding risk adjustment, quality metrics, utilization management, patient satisfaction, and inpatient metrics within a value-based care model.
• Serve as a liaison for communication with physicians, hospitals, and other providers in the community.
• Participate in committees related to quality improvement, peer review, specialty networks, contracting, and credentialing.
• Support affordability strategies such as inpatient management, high-risk member management, and site of service optimization for specialists.
• Assist in recruiting employed physicians and other specialty services as needed to serve the region.
• Collaborate with local site leadership to address clinical concerns and quality of care issues.
• Meet with clinicians individually and in groups to support the IPA and employed clinicians, providing data to identify opportunities and enhance performance.
• Identify, implement, and monitor process improvements tailored to the region’s needs.
• Oversee local site physician leaders for the IPA and employed/group sites.
• Work with operations partners to achieve goals set by senior leadership, including quality measures, risk adjustment, affordability, and access.

Compensation & Benefits Highlights:

• Competitive salary and bonus options.
• 401(k) with match, Executive Savings Plan, and UHG Employee Stock Purchase Program.
• Life insurance.
• CME time and funds.
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.

You will be recognized and rewarded for your performance in a challenging environment with clear success criteria.