Remote Medical Director, Radiation Oncology

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

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Medical Director in Radiation Oncology to lead clinical coverage, medical necessity reviews, and evidence-based cancer care across the Cancer Guidance Program nationwide. This remote role supports Medicare, Medicaid and commercial members.

You will review radiation treatment requests, collaborate with treating physicians, and guide policies with NCCN guidelines to ensure high-quality, affordable care while leading education and quality initiatives within a

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree is required.
• Board certification in Radiation Oncology is required.
• 5+ years of clinical practice after residency is required.
• Strong understanding of evidence-based medicine (EBM) and managed care principles is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform utilization review determinations for oncology populations and support care management teams.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in NCCN guidelines and ensure policies reflect best evidence.
• Engage treating providers and discuss evidence-based guidelines to close care gaps.
• Educate Oncology team and act as a thought leader with medical societies and stakeholders.
• Evaluate data (quality metrics, claims, health records) to identify improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate on enterprise-wide research and clinical/quality initiatives to enhance impact.

Skills

Evidence-based medicine understanding

Managed care principles

Project management experience

Experience with electronic clinicals/“

Education

MD or DO degree

Board certification in Radiation Oncology

Job description

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Medical Director in Radiation Oncology to lead clinical coverage, medical necessity reviews, and evidence-based cancer care across the Cancer Guidance Program nationwide. This remote role supports Medicare, Medicaid and commercial members.

You will review radiation treatment requests, collaborate with treating physicians, and guide policies with NCCN guidelines to ensure high-quality, affordable care while leading education and quality initiatives within a