Medical Director

Securian Financial; Iowa (LA); Remote; USD 207,000 - 281,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Medical Director to integrate clinical expertise with insurance principles. This fully virtual role involves assessing mortality risks, guiding underwriting decisions, and contributing to risk management strategies. Ideal candidates will have extensive clinical experience and a passion for teaching and engaging with underwriters. Enjoy a rewarding career with comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, a 401(k) plan, and generous paid time off. Join a team that values your contributions and fosters professional growth.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Company-funded Pension Plan

Flexible Leave Programs

Qualifications

• 5+ years clinical experience required.
• Active US medical license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess mortality and morbidity risks for underwriting decisions.
• Provide advanced medical knowledge for claims and underwriting.

Skills

Clinical Expertise

Insurance Principles

ECG Interpretation

Medical Knowledge

Education

MD or DO

Job description

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Securian Financial is seeking a licensed physician who integrates clinical expertise with insurance principles to assess mortality and morbidity risks, guide underwriting decisions, evaluate claims, and contribute to the development of risk management strategies and underwriting guidelines.

Securian is open to this position having an FTE between 0.8 - 1.0 (32 to 40 hours per week). Position is fully virtual with ability to travel to the Securian Financial Home Office in St. Paul, MN at minimum twice per year.

Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

• Identify medical information relevant for claims and UW reviews, provide advanced medical knowledge and training for underwriters and claims examiners
• Provide decisions for UW and claims based on solid medical knowledge consistent with current guidelines, demonstrate ability to incorporate new medical knowledge into guideline updates and enhancements, includes advanced proficiency in ECG interpretation
• Keep current with general medical literature, develop subjects of special interest
• Identify relevant medical topics, medical advances and emerging risks, provide concise relevant updates for stakeholders
• Continue to develop business acumen, be proactive in identifying medical and UW-related opportunities and trends, contribute to fair risk assessment initiatives
• Ability and enthusiasm for teaching underwriters on medical topics, and engage with them through case discussions.
• Be visibly involved in the insurance medicine community and complete AAIM Diplomate Board of Insurance Medicine (DBIM) certification

Qualifications

• MD or DO with 5+ years clinical experience

Preferred Qualifications

• MD (or DO) with active US medical license
• 5+ years experience in insurance medicine, Board of insurance medicine candidate and/or working towards DBIM

*Internal Securian Financial job title for this position is Medical Sr. Consultant*

The estimated base pay range for this job is $207,000 - $280,500. Pay may vary depending on job-related factors and individual experience, skills, knowledge, etc. This job may also be eligible for a performance-based incentive program. More information will be provided during the hiring process and can be discussed with a member of the Securian Financial Talent Acquisition team.

Paid Time Off

Be you. With us. At Securian Financial, we understand that attracting top talent means offering more than just a job – it means providing a rewarding and fulfilling career. As a valued member of our high-performing team, we want you to connect with your work, your relationships and your community. Enjoy our comprehensive range of benefits designed to enhance your professional growth, well-being and work-life balance, including the advantages listed here:

• We want you to take time off for what matters most to you. Our PTO program provides flexibility for associates to take meaningful time away from work to relax, recharge and spend time doing what’s important to them. And Securian Financial rewards associates for their service by providing additional PTO the longer you stay at Securian.
• Leave programs: Securian’s flexible leave programs allow time off from work for parental leave, caregiver leave for family members, bereavement and military leave.

Company-funded pension plan and a 401(k) retirement plan: Share in the success of our company. Securian’s 401(k) company contribution is tied to our performance up to 10 percent of eligible earnings, with a target of 5 percent. The amount is based on company results compared to goals related to earnings, sales and service.

Health insurance: From the first day of employment, associates and their eligible family members – including spouses, domestic partners and children – are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage.

Volunteer time: We know the importance of community. Through company-sponsored events, volunteer paid time off, a dollar-for-dollar matching gift program and more, we encourage you to support organizations important to you.

Associate Resource Groups: Build connections, be yourself and develop meaningful relationships at work through associate-led ARGs. Dedicated groups focus on a variety of interests and affinities, including:

• Mental Wellness and Disability
• Pride at Securian Financial
• Securian Multicultural Network
• Securian Women and Allies Network
• Servicemember Associate Resource Group

For more information regarding Securian’s benefits, please review our Benefits page.

This information is not intended to explain all the provisions of coverage available under these plans. In all cases, the plan document dictates coverage and provisions.

Securian Financial Group, Inc. does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital or familial status, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, veteran status, status in regard to public assistance or any other protected status. If you are a job seeker with a disability and require an accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, please contact us by email at [e-mail], by telephone [phone] (voice), or 711 (Relay/TTY).

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• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Financial Services and Insurance

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