National Accounts Medical Director - Remote

Lensa; Minneapolis (MN); Remote; USD 238,000 - 358,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company is seeking a National Accounts Medical Director to work remotely across the United States. This role focuses on enhancing health system performance through a member-centric approach, engaging stakeholders, and leading clinical initiatives. Candidates must possess an MD or DO, board certification, and extensive clinical experience. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive health coverage

Incentive programs

Stock options

401k

Qualifications

• MD or DO with active license and board certification.
• At least 5 years of clinical practice post-residency.
• Strong understanding of Evidence-Based Medicine.

Responsibilities

• Support case and disease management teams for high-risk populations.
• Lead clinical education sessions for nursing teams.
• Engage in telephonic outreach with treating providers.

Skills

Evidence-Based Medicine

Interpersonal Skills

Clinical Practice

Education

MD or DO with active, unrestricted license

Board certification in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine

Tools

MS Office

Job description

National Accounts Medical Director - Remote

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

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Support case and disease management teams to optimize clinical outcomes for high-risk populations.
2. Lead clinical education sessions for nursing teams, utilizing evidence-based guidelines.
3. Assist RN case managers and contribute to account management team presentations regarding high-risk members.
4. Engage in telephonic outreach with treating providers to discuss clinical guidelines, close quality and service gaps, and modify care plans to impact healthcare costs.
5. Collaborate with operational and business partners on clinical and quality initiatives tailored to customer expectations.
6. Effectively communicate the value proposition of Optum and UHC to external stakeholders such as physicians, hospitals, and regulatory bodies.

Minimum Qualifications:

• MD or DO with an active, unrestricted license.
• Board certification in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine.
• At least 5 years of clinical practice post-residency.
• Strong understanding of Evidence-Based Medicine.
• Proficiency in MS Office; ability to learn new systems.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for telephonic collaboration with healthcare professionals.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Over 2 years of managed care, quality management, or administrative leadership experience.

The role offers a salary range of $238,000 to $357,500 annually, with benefits including comprehensive health coverage, incentive programs, stock options, and 401k. Candidates must adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s telecommuting policies.