Medical Director

CareSource; United States; On-site; USD 195,000 - 342,000; Full time

Job summary

CareSource is seeking a Medical Director to support staff with training, clinical consultation, and case reviews for members. The role includes medical reviews, provider education, and participation in policy development and quality initiatives.

The position requires an MD/DO with 5+ years of clinical practice, board certification in primary care, and willingness to engage in regulatory and accreditation activities. Occasional travel and flexible scheduling may be needed.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Medical Degree program (MD/DO) is required.
• Residency training program completed, preferably in primary care.
• Minimum of five years of clinical practice experience.
• Board Certification, preferably in primary care, is required.
• MCG Certification is required or must be obtained within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide prior authorization medical reviews, consultation and clinical review services.
• Participate in peer-to-peer discussions and provider education, training and orientation.
• Conduct clinical reviews for designated CareSource members as requested.
• Provide physician review for clinical appeals cases.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, case management activities and member safety activities.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Critical listening and systematic思考

Education

MD/DO degree

Residency in primary care

Business/Healthcare Admin degree preferred

Job description

Job Summary

The Medical Director is responsible for supporting staff by providing training, clinical consultation, and clinical case review for members.

Essential Functions

• Provide prior authorization medical reviews, consultation and clinical review services


• Participate in peer-to-peer discussions


• Provide provider education, training, data sharing, performance evaluations and orientation to the plan


• Conduct clinical reviews for designated CareSource members as requested


• Provide physician review for clinical appeals cases


• Participate in the evaluation and investigations of cases suspected of fraud, abuse, and quality of care concerns


• Participate in development of policies and procedures


• Participates in quality improvement initiatives, case management activities and member safety activities (i.e. incident management


• Provide cross-coverage for other Medical Directors and/or markets, as needed


• Oversight and quality improvement activities associated with case management activities


• Assist in the review of utilization data to identify variances in patterns, and provide feedback and education to MCP staff and providers as appropriate


• Participate in the development, implementation and revision of the clinical care standards and practice guidelines ensuring compliance with nationally accepted quality standards


• Participate in the development, implementation and revision of the Quality Improvement Plan and corporate level quality initiatives


• Collaborate with market/product leaders to help define market strategy


• Community collaborative participation


• Support of regulatory and accreditation functions (eg. CMS, State, NCQA and URAC) and compliance for all programs


• Perform any other job related instructions, as requested

Education And Experience

• Completion of an accredited Medical Degree program as a medical doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic (DO) medicine is required


• Successful completion of a residency training program, preferably in primary care is required


• Minimum of five (5) years of clinical practice experience is required


• Managed care medical review/medical director experience is preferred


• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Operational Excellence, Healthcare Administration or Medical Management is preferred

Competencies, Knowledge And Skills

• Basic Microsoft Word skills


• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral


• Ability to work well independently and within a team environment


• Ability to create strong relationships with Providers and Members


• High ethical standards


• Attention to detail


• Critical listening and systematic thinking skills


• Ability to maintain confidentiality and act in the company's best interest


• Ability to act with diplomacy and sensitivity to cultural diversity


• Decision making/problem solving skills


• Conflict resolution skills


• Strong sense of mission and commitment of time, effort and resources to the betterment of the communities served

Licensure And Certification

• Current, unrestricted license to practice medicine in state of practice as necessary to meet regulatory requirements is required


• Board Certification, preferably in primary care specialty is required


• Re-certification, as required by specialty board, must be maintained (exceptions may be granted by Chief Medical Officer)


• MCG Certification is required or must be obtained within six (6) months of hire

Working Conditions

• General office environment; may be required to sit or stand for extended periods of time


• May be required to work evenings/weekends


• May be required to travel to fulfill duties of position

Salary

$195,200.00 - $341,600.00 CareSource takes into consideration a combination of a candidate's education, training, and experience as well as the position's scope and complexity, the discretion and latitude required for the role, and other external and internal data when establishing a salary level. In addition to base compensation, you may qualify for a bonus tied to company and individual performance. We are highly invested in every employee's total well-being and offer a substantial and comprehensive total rewards package.

Organization Level Competencies

• Fostering a Collaborative Workplace Culture


• Cultivate Partnerships


• Develop Self and Others


• Drive Execution


• Influence Others


• Pursue Personal Excellence


• Understand the Business

This job description is not all inclusive. CareSource reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. CareSource is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to fostering an environment of belonging that welcomes and supports individuals of all backgrounds.