National Accounts Medical Director - Remote

Lensa; Indianapolis (IN); Remote; USD 238,000 - 358,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a National Accounts Medical Director to work remotely across the U.S. This role focuses on improving health system performance and managing care for high-risk populations. Candidates must have an MD or DO with board certification and significant clinical experience. The position offers flexibility and opportunities for professional growth, along with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive health plans

Incentives

Stock purchase options

401(k) contributions

Qualifications

• 5+ years of clinical practice experience post-residency.
• Strong understanding of Evidence-Based Medicine.

Responsibilities

• Support case and disease management teams for high-risk populations.
• Engage with external stakeholders to improve care management.
• Conduct site audits and lead improvement initiatives.

Skills

Evidence-Based Medicine

Interpersonal Skills

Education

MD or DO

Board Certification in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine

Tools

MS Office

Job description

National Accounts Medical Director - Remote

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Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data, and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits, and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

We are currently seeking a National Accounts Medical Director to work remotely from anywhere in the United States. The Medical Director will take a member-centric approach to improve health system performance and promote best-in-class care management. Responsibilities include engaging with external stakeholders, improving program and product design, conducting site audits, and leading improvement initiatives.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Support case and disease management teams to achieve optimal clinical outcomes for high-risk populations.
• Proficient in evidence-based clinical guidelines and lead clinical education sessions with nursing teams.
• Provide RN case manager support and consultation regarding high-risk members, and assist in account management presentations.
• Engage in telephonic outreach with treating providers to discuss evidence-based guidelines, close clinical quality and service gaps, and modify care plans to impact healthcare expenses.
• Collaborate with operational and business partners on clinical and quality initiatives at the site and customer levels to meet expectations.
• Effectively communicate the Optum and UHC value story to external stakeholders such as physicians, hospitals, and regulators.

The role offers flexibility to work remotely across the U.S., with opportunities to make a meaningful impact and grow professionally.

Required Qualifications:

• MD or DO with an active, unrestricted medical license.
• Board certification in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine.
• 5+ years of clinical practice experience post-residency.
• Strong understanding of Evidence-Based Medicine (EBM).
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Email) and ability to learn new systems.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for working remotely with colleagues, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years of managed care, Quality Management, or administrative leadership experience.
• Adherence to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy for remote employees.

The salary range is $238,000 to $357,500 annually, with compensation based on experience and performance. Benefits include comprehensive health plans, incentives, stock purchase options, and 401(k) contributions.

Application Deadline: Posted for at least 2 business days or until a sufficient pool of candidates is reached. Early removal possible due to application volume.

UnitedHealth Group is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and provides equal employment opportunities. We also require candidates to pass a drug test prior to employment.