Medical Director, Care Coordination & Utilization

Banner Health; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Banner Baywood Medical Center in Mesa, AZ is seeking a Medical Director of Care Coordination to lead medical necessity reviews, drive utilization management, and mentor a multidisciplinary team.

This on-site leadership role focuses on throughput, patient safety, and cost-effective care, with a Monday–Friday schedule 8:00 AM–4:30 PM and opportunities for professional development within Banner Health's Total Rewards program.

Qualifications

• Requires medical degree (MD or DO) and current medical license.
• Board certification preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of medical practice experience in managed care or hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical necessity reviews and guidance on care management.
• Educate staff on continuum of care and resource utilization.
• Develop policies to improve care management and efficiency.
• Lead care management activities to improve patient safety and throughput.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to optimize length of stay and costs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Clinical judgment

Healthcare policy

Education

MD/DO

Board Certification

Tools

Dragonfly system

Job description

Banner Baywood Medical Center in Mesa, AZ is seeking a Medical Director of Care Coordination to lead medical necessity reviews, drive utilization management, and mentor a multidisciplinary team.

This on-site leadership role focuses on throughput, patient safety, and cost-effective care, with a Monday–Friday schedule 8:00 AM–4:30 PM and opportunities for professional development within Banner Health's Total Rewards program.