Medical Director

Lucet; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 270,000 - 310,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Parental leave

Wellbeing incentives

Remote work flexibility

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Lucet seeks a Medical Director (Behavioral Health) to lead clinical programs, oversee utilization management, and drive quality initiatives. You will work with health plans, providers, and internal teams to expand access to mental health and substance use services while maintaining regulatory standards.

Immediate requirements include a Michigan MD/DO license, board certification in Psychiatry, and 5+ years of psychiatry and 3+ years in managed care. This is a remote, full-time leadership role.

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted Michigan medical license to practice psychiatry.
• Board-certified in Psychiatry with relevant behavioral health expertise.
• 5+ years as a practicing psychiatrist in behavioral health, mental health, or SUD.
• 3+ years in managed care or utilization management.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership for behavioral health programs and utilization management decisions.
• Partner with health plans, providers, and internal teams to expand access to services.
• Drive quality improvement, oversee metrics, and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Provide clinical consultation, education, and SME support to teams and networks.

Skills

Medical license MD/DO

Board certification Psychiatry

Clinical leadership

Managed care experience

Education

MD or DO

Board Certified in Psychiatry

Job description

United States Location/Remote United States

• Remote
• Team Member
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: MEDIC002592

Description

Who We Are

At Lucet, we’re transforming whole-person care. We deliver integrated behavioral and physical health solutions that connect individuals to the right care at the right time—improving outcomes and overall well-being. Serving over 15 million lives across the U.S. and Puerto Rico, our model combines clinical expertise, compassionate care, and innovative technology to support healthier, more fulfilling lives.

As part of the Lucet team, employees join a mission-driven organization committed to making a lasting impact. Whether through behavioral health navigation, in-home medical care, or 24/7 crisis support, our work is rooted in empathy, collaboration, and a shared passion for helping people thrive.

Why Join our Team

At Lucet, we’re committed to creating a workplace where top talent thrives both personally and professionally. We offer a dynamic, mission-driven environment where your work has real impact, your unique background and experience are valued, and no two days are alike. If you’re passionate about meaningful work and delivering impactful results, we encourage you to apply!

We support our team with a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Annual compensation between $270,000- $310,000, PLUS an annual performance-based, discretionary incentive.
  • Compensation is dependent on non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to an applicant's skills, education/degrees, certifications, prior experience, market data, and other relevant factors.
• Comprehensive health benefit options: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with competitive employer match
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Paid parental leave and wellbeing incentives
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care
• Professional development opportunities and tuition reimbursement
• Remote work flexibility (role-dependent)
• Opportunity for meaningful growth, both personally and professionally, where your unique background and experience is welcomed and valued.

At Lucet, your work will directly support our mission to improve behavioral, physical, and social health—one member at a time.

Important Requirement: This is a remote position. Candidates must hold an active, unrestricted Physician (MD or DO) license in the State of Michigan and be Board Certified in Psychiatry.

What You Will Do - Essential Functions

The Medical Director (Behavioral Health) provides clinical leadership and oversight for behavioral health programs, utilization management activities, and quality initiatives. This role partners with health plans, providers, and internal stakeholders to improve access to mental health and substance use disorder services while driving quality outcomes and regulatory compliance.

• Behavioral Health Clinical Leadership
  • Provide clinical oversight and medical management for behavioral health programs, serving as the primary clinical resource for complex case reviews, utilization management decisions, and provider consultations.
  • Partner with health plans, providers, and internal stakeholders to support evidence-based behavioral health practices, improve member outcomes, and expand access to mental health and substance use disorder services.
• Quality, Outcomes & Performance Improvement
  • Drive behavioral health quality, utilization, and performance initiatives through oversight of clinical metrics, quality improvement programs, and evidence-based standards of care.
  • Analyze clinical performance data and implement strategies that improve access, quality outcomes, operational effectiveness, and member experience.
• Regulatory Compliance & Clinical Consultation
  • Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, accreditation, and quality standards while maintaining alignment with industry best practices and emerging behavioral health trends.
  • Provide clinical consultation, education, and subject matter expertise to internal teams, health plan partners, and provider networks to support high-quality behavioral health care delivery

Who You Are

• Required Qualifications
  • Active, unrestricted Physician (MD or DO) license in the State of Michigan. Ability and willingness to obtain and maintain additional state licenses as required.
  • Board certified in Psychiatry
  • 5+ years of experience as a practicing psychiatrist with expertise in behavioral health, mental health, and/or substance use disorder populations.
  • 3+ years of experience in managed care environment and/or utilization management.
  • Proven experience driving clinical outcomes, quality improvement, and operational performance.
  • Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders, including health plans, providers, regulators, and community partners.
  • Strong understanding of healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and quality improvement methodologies as applicable.
  • Ability to travel up to 25%.
  • Ability to pass a background check upon hire and throughout employment which includes: County and Federal Criminal Records Search - felonies and misdemeanors ; InstaCriminal Multi-State Alias Search - National Sex Offender Registry, Multi-State Criminal Database, SSN validation and trace, and Most Wanted Lists (OFAC); Excluded Parties List System (EPLS)/SAM search - individuals/entities debarred, suspended, or otherwise excluded from receiving federal contracts, subcontracts, or federal assistance; Education Verification; Employment Verification; FACIS Level I - Sanctions or exclusions for federal and state healthcare programs; 10-panel drug screening; and E-Verify: Lucet does not use E-Verify to pre-screen applicants and complies with federal regulations prohibiting discrimination based on national origin or citizenship status.
• Living our Values
  • Serving everyone with compassion and leading with empathy.
  • Stepping up and creating value by taking charge and acting when there is an opportunity.
  • Adapting in a changing world by recognizing our responsibility to be agile and respond quickly.
  • Nurturing growth and belonging by respecting and celebrating everyone for who they are.
• Deep knowledge of evidence-based clinical practice, population health, quality metrics, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong clinical judgment, analytical thinking, and data-driven decision-making skills.
• Ability to develop, optimize, and evaluate clinical programs, care models, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Strategic leadership and change management capabilities with a focus on innovation and operational excellence.
• Working Conditions
  • Work is performed from home with company-provided equipment. Sitting forlong periodsof time is expected and use of fingers and hands for typing is necessary.
  • A quiet workspace with minimal background noise for calls.
  • High-speed internet service (cable or fiber optic) withminimumdownload Speed of 20 Mbps, Upload Speed of 5 Mbps, and Maximum Latency of 100 milliseconds (must be installed before starting).

We encourage applicants from a variety of backgrounds and experiences to apply, especially those who candemonstratehow their unique qualifications and skills align with the requirements of this role and support our mission to improve whole-person health.

This position will accept and review new applications and resumes no less than 5 business days after the original posting date and may remain open an extended period of time with no set end date based on the level of interest.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.