UM Medical Director - Radiation Oncology Physician - Remote

Optum; 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

Improve the lives of others while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Job Description - UM Medical Director - Radiation Oncology Physician - Remote (2398682)

UM Medical Director - Radiation Oncology Physician - Remote - 2398682

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 inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us in making healthcare work better for everyone through people-led, responsible AI whileCaring. Connecting. Growing together.

Looking for a chance to drive measurable and meaningful improvement in the use of evidence-based medicine, patient safety, practice variation and affordability? You can make a difference at UnitedHealth Group and our family of businesses in serving our Medicare, Medicaid and commercial members and plan sponsors. Be part of changing the way health care is delivered while working with a Fortune 5 industry leader.

The radiation oncology medical director provides clinical leadership and specialty expertise in support of the Cancer Guidance Program (CGP) within Enterprise Clinical Services. In this role, you will apply your radiation oncology expertise to clinical coverage and medical necessity reviews, helping support high quality, evidence based and appropriate cancer care.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary clinical team, you will review radiation oncology treatment requests, make coverage determinations in accordance with applicable benefits, clinical policies and evidence based criteria, and engage treating physicians in peer to peer discussions when needed. You will also contribute clinical expertise to the continued quality, consistency and effectiveness of the Cancer Guidance Program.

You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform utilization review determinations for oncology populations, and support case and disease management teams to achieve optimal clinical outcomes
• Serve as a subject matter expert in evidence - based oncology guidelines, especially those produced by the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN), and help ensure all clinically relevant policies and processes are informed by the best available evidence
• Engage and collaborate with treating providers telephonically; This will include discussion of evidence-based guidelines, opportunities to close clinical quality / service gaps, and care plan changes that can impact health care expense
• Enhance clinical expertise of the Oncology team through education sessions with nursing teams, and serving as a thought leader and point of contact for relevant medical societies and stakeholders
• Evaluate clinical and other data (e.g., quality metrics, claims and health record data, utilization data) to identify opportunities for improvement of clinical care and processes
• Collaborate with operational and business partners on enterprise-wide research and clinical and quality initiatives to enhance Optum impact in the oncology field

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• MD or DO degree
• Current board certification in Radiation Oncology
• 5+ years of clinical practice experience post residency
• Solid understanding of and concurrence with evidence-based medicine (EBM) and managed care principles

Preferred Qualifications:

• Hands-on utilization and/or quality management experience
• Project management or active project participation experience
• Substantial experience in using electronic clinical systems

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $248,500 - $373,000 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

• a comprehensive benefits package
• incentive and recognition programs
• equity stock purchase
• 401k contribution

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone.

Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace.

Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Job

Clinical Analysis & Consulting

Primary Location

US-TX-Houston

Other Locations

US-GA-Atlanta, US-NY-New York, US-OH-Cleveland, US-MA-Boston, US-MD-Baltimore, US-PA-Pittsburgh, US-CA-San Francisco, US-PA-Philadelphia, US-WA-Seattle

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UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.