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　　Medical Director (US)

　　Job Family: Medical and Clinical

　　Type: Full time

　　Date Posted:Jan 22, 2024

　　Anticipated End Date:Mar 04, 2024

　　Reference: JR97147

　　Location:

　　IN, INDIANAPOLIS

　　Kentucky, Louisville

　　Colorado, Denver

　　Missouri, St Louis

　　Nevada, Las Vegas

　　Minnesota, Mendota Heights

　　Tennessee, Nashville

　　Louisiana, Metairie

　　Texas, Houston

　　West Virginia, Charleston

　　Texas, Grand Prairie

　　Illinois, Chicago

　　Wisconsin, Waukesha

　　Georgia, Atlanta

　　Description

　　Medical Director

　　At Federal Health Products and Services - FHPS , a proud member of the Elevance Health, Inc. family of companies, it’s a powerful combination, and the foundation upon which we’re creating greater access to care for our members, greater value for our customers, and greater health for our communities. Join us and together we will drive the future of health care.

　　Location: This is a virtual position and preferred candidates reside within 50 miles of an Elevance Health PulsePoint location .

　　Hours: Monday through Friday 8 am - 5 pm EST, CST or MST.

　　The Medical Director is responsible for the administration of physical and/or behavioral health medical services, to ensure the appropriate and most cost-effective medical care is received. May be responsible for developing and implementing programs to improve quality, cost, and outcomes. May provide clinical consultation and serve as clinical/strategic advisor to enhance clinical operations. May identify cost of care opportunities. May serve as a resource to staff including Medical Director Associates. May be responsible for an entire clinical program.

　　How you will make an Impact:

　　Supports clinicians to ensure timely and consistent responses to members and providers.

　　Guides clinical operational aspects of a program.

　　Conducts peer-to-peer clinical reviews with attending physicians or other providers to discuss review determinations and patient's office visits with providers and external physicians.

　　May conduct peer-to-peer clinical appeal case reviews with attending physicians or other ordering providers to discuss review determinations.

　　Serves as a resource and consultant to other areas of the company.

　　May be required to represent the company to external entities and/or serve on internal and/or external committees.

　　May chair company committees. Interprets medical policies and clinical guidelines.

　　May develop and propose new medical policies based on changes in healthcare.

　　Leads develops, directs, and implements clinical and non-clinical activities that impact health care quality cost, and outcomes.

　　Identifies and develops opportunities for innovation to increase effectiveness and quality.

　　Works independently with oversight from immediate manager.

　　May be responsible for an entire clinical program and/or independently perform clinical reviews.

　　The Medical Director typically has program management responsibilities including clinical policy development, program development/implementation, and overseeing clinical/non-clinical activities.

　　Minimum Requirements:

　　Requires MD or DO and Board certification approved by one of the following certifying boards is required, where applicable to duties being performed, American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) or American Osteopathic Association (AOA).

　　Must possess an active unrestricted medical license to practice medicine or a health profession.

　　Unless expressly allowed by state or federal law, or regulation, must be located in a state or territory of the United States when conducting a utilization review or an appeals consideration and cannot be located on a US military base, vessel, or any embassy located in or outside of the US.

　　Minimum of 10 years of clinical experience; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.

　　Additional experience may be required by State contracts or regulations if the Medical Director is filing a role required by a State agency.

　　Preferred Skills, Capabilities, and Experiences:

　　Pediatrics or Double Boarded-Certified Medical and Pediatrics are preferred

　　Utilization Management experience is a plus.

　　Ability to meet necessary internet speed requirements and adhere to work-at-home agreements.

　　For URAC-accredited areas, the following professional competencies apply: Associates in this role are expected to have strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, problem-solving skills, facilitation skills, and analytical skills.

　　For candidates working in person or remotely in the below locations, the salary* range for this specific position is $227,680 to $409,824

　　Locations: California; Colorado; Hawaii; Nevada; New York; Washington State; Jersey City, NJ.

　　In addition to your salary, Elevance Health 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). The salary offered for this specific position is based on a number of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the company. The company is fully committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local pay equity laws.

　　The salary range is the range Elevance Health in good faith believes is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future and actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level. Even within the range, the actual compensation will vary depending on the above factors as well as market/business considerations. No amount is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable under the terms and conditions of the applicable policies and plans. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.Please be advised that Elevance Health only accepts resumes for compensation from agencies that have a signed agreement with Elevance Health. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Elevance Health.

　　Who We Are

　　Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities – and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve.

　　How We Work

　　At Elevance Health, we are creating a culture that is designed to advance our strategy but will also lead to personal and professional growth for our associates. Our values and behaviors are the root of our culture. They are how we achieve our strategy, power our business outcomes and drive our shared success - for our consumers, our associates, our communities and our business.

　　We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few.

　　Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, associates are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process. Candidates must reside within 50 miles or 1-hour commute each way of a relevant Elevance Health location.

　　The health of our associates and communities is a top priority for Elevance Health. We require all new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID-19. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation. Elevance Health will also follow all relevant federal, state and local laws.

　　Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact [email protected] for assistance.

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