Medical Director, Utilization Management - Remote
Company: Optum
Location: Minneapolis
Posted on: April 18, 2024
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Job Description:
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 diversity and inclusion, talented peers,
comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come
make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance
health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring.
Connecting. Growing together.
We are currently seeking an Inpatient Care Management Medical
Director to join our Optum team. This team is responsible for
conducting acute level of care and length of stay reviews for
medical necessity for our members being managed within the
continuum of care. -Our clients include local and national
commercial employer, Medicare, and state Medicaid plans. The
Medical Directors work with groups of nurses and support staff to
manage inpatient care utilization at a hospital, market, regional
or national level. -
You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere
within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. -
Primary Responsibilities:
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Although the United Health Services ICM Medical Director's work is
typically concentrated in a region, they are part of a national
organization and team, and collaborate with peers, nurse managers,
and non-clinical employees from across the country. In response to
customer needs and expectations, Optum is continuously modifying
its programs and approaches. Although not a primary job function,
Medical Directors with the interest in doing so often can be
involved with change design and management. -
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: - - - -
Preferred Qualifications: - - - -
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*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to
UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy
California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, New Jersey, New
York, Rhode Island, or Washington Residents Only: The salary range
for California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, New Jersey,
New York, Rhode Island, or Washington residents is $248, 582 to
$338, 965 annually. Salary Range is defined as total cash
compensation at target. The actual range and pay mix of base and
bonus is variable based upon experience and metric achievement. Pay
is based on several factors including but not limited to education,
work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary,
UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice
of benefits and incentives. -
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier
lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We
believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location
and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life.
Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good
health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color,
historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We
are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and
enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health
disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority
reflected in our mission. -
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an
Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin,
protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation,
gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information,
or any other characteristic protected by law.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are
required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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