Medical Director jobs in United States
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Medical Director – National OP, Medicare
Humana
Posted: 10/21/2026Associate Director, Clinical Trial Management
Syneos Health
Posted: 10/21/2026Director, Clinical and Regulatory Strategic Communications
MSD
Posted: 10/21/2026Associate Director – Medical Affairs, Publications
Braveheart Bio
Posted: 10/21/2026Associate Director, Clinical Supply Management
Novartis
Posted: 10/21/2026Field Medical Director, Breast and Gynecological Cancers – Non-MD
Pfizer
Posted: 10/21/2026Field Medical Director, Breast and Gynecological Cancers
Pfizer
Posted: 10/21/2026Associate Medical Director, Rare Disease – Friederichs Ataxia
Biogen
Posted: 10/21/2026Project Director – Clinical Study Management
Alimentiv
Posted: 10/21/2026Field Medical Director, Breast and Gynecological Cancers
Pfizer
Posted: 10/21/2026Field Medical Director, Breast and Gynecological Cancers – Non-MD
Pfizer
Posted: 10/21/2026Director, Clinical Chargemaster
Mercy
Posted: 10/21/2026Senior Director, Clinical Science, Thoracic Oncology
MSD
Posted: 10/21/2026Senior Director, Clinical Science, Genitourinary (GU) Oncology
MSD
Posted: 10/21/2026Senior Director, Clinical Science, Gastrointestinal – Oncology
MSD
Posted: 10/21/2026Senior Director, Clinical Science, Breast Oncology
MSD
Posted: 10/21/2026Senior Director, Clinical Science, Gynecologic Oncology
MSD
Posted: 10/21/2026Medical Director – Oncology
CTI Clinical Trial and Consulting Services
Posted: 10/21/2026Medical Director, Gastroenterology
ModMed
Posted: 10/21/2026Associate Scientific Director – Medical Communications
Avalere
Posted: 10/21/2026Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in Utilization Management, ensuring compliance with national guidelines and CMS requirements while effectively communicating with internal and external stakeholders. Possesses strong analytical skills and a deep understanding of the managed care industry, particularly Medicare Advantage and Managed Medicaid.
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MD Or DO Degree5+ Years Clinical Patient Care ExperienceBoard Certification In ABMS Medical SpecialtyUtilization Management ExperienceKnowledge Of Medicare Advantage And Managed Medicaid
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Review preauthorization requests for services
- Determine whether requested services, level of care, and/or site of service should be authorized
- Review submitted clinical records and computer-based clinical scenarios
- Prioritize daily work and communicate decisions to internal associates
- Participate in care management, grievance and appeals reviews, project teams, or organizational committees as applicable
- Conduct Utilization Management for members in an assigned market, member population, or condition type
- Interpret whether services align with national guidelines, CMS requirements, Humana policies, clinical standards, and contract requirements
- Support and collaborate with team members, departments, Humana colleagues, and the Regional VP of Health Services
- Communicate with external physicians by phone to gather clinical information or discuss determinations
- Resolve conflicts during physician discussions when necessary
- Support regional market priorities and collaborative business relationships with external physicians, physician groups, facilities, or community groups
- Meet departmental expectations independently and consistently
- Ensure compliance timelines are met
- Report typically to a Regional Vice President of Health Services, Lead, or Corporate Medical Director
Requirements
What you’ll need- MD or DO degree
- 5+ years of direct clinical patient care experience post residency or fellowship
- Current and ongoing Board Certification in an approved ABMS Medical Specialty
- Current and unrestricted license in at least one jurisdiction
- Willingness to obtain additional license if required
- No current sanction from Federal or State Governmental organizations
- Ability to pass credentialing requirements
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Evidence of analytic and interpretation skills
- Knowledge of the managed care industry including Medicare Advantage and Managed Medicaid (preferred)
- Utilization management experience in a medical management review organization (preferred)
- Experience with national guidelines such as MCG® or InterQual (preferred)
- Advanced degree such as an MBA, MHA, or MPH (preferred)
- Exposure to Public Health, Population Health, analytics, and business metrics (preferred)
- Experience working with Case managers or Care managers on complex case management, including familiarity with social determinants of health (preferred)
- Dedicated work space without ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI/HIPAA information
- Home internet service with at least 25 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload speed
Benefits
Comp & perks- Bonus incentive plan based on company and/or individual performance
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Paid time off
- Company holidays
- Personal holidays
- Paid parental leave
- Paid caregiver leave
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Life insurance
- Work-from-home arrangement
- Potential travel to Humana offices for training or meetings
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Hard Skills
Utilization ManagementClinical Record ReviewAnalytic SkillsInterpretation SkillsComplex Case Management
Soft Skills
Excellent Verbal CommunicationExcellent Written CommunicationConflict Resolution
Tools & Technologies
MCG®InterQualPHI/HIPAA Compliance
Certifications & Qualifications
Board Certification In ABMS Medical SpecialtyCurrent And Unrestricted Medical License
Industry Keywords
Managed Care IndustryMedicare AdvantageManaged MedicaidPublic HealthPopulation Health
