Remote Medical Director, Radiation Oncology

Optum; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 249,000 - 373,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Equity stock purchase

401k plan

Job summary

Optum is seeking a Radiation Oncology Medical Director to provide clinical leadership and expertise for coverage determinations within the Cancer Guidance Program. This role supports high-quality, evidence-based cancer care and engages in peer discussions with treating physicians.

Working with a multidisciplinary team, you will review treatment requests, ensure policies align with evidence-based criteria, and contribute to continued quality and consistency across oncology care while operating

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree required
• Active, unrestricted physician state license
• Board certification in Radiation Oncology
• 5+ years of clinical practice post residency
• Solid understanding of EBM and managed care principles

Responsibilities

• Perform utilization review determinations for oncology populations and support case and disease management teams
• Serve as a subject matter expert in NCCN guidelines and evidence-based policies
• Engage with treating providers via telecommunication to discuss guidelines and close care gaps
• Educate Oncology team through sessions with nursing teams and through engagement with medical societies
• Evaluate data to identify opportunities for improvement in clinical care and processes
• Collaborate on enterprise-wide research and quality initiatives to enhance Optum impact in oncology

Skills

Evidence-based medicine (EBM)

Education

MD or DO degree

Job description

Optum is seeking a Radiation Oncology Medical Director to provide clinical leadership and expertise for coverage determinations within the Cancer Guidance Program. This role supports high-quality, evidence-based cancer care and engages in peer discussions with treating physicians.

Working with a multidisciplinary team, you will review treatment requests, ensure policies align with evidence-based criteria, and contribute to continued quality and consistency across oncology care while operating