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Pays $249k-$373k — Utilization Management market median is ~$300k (279 jobs)

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UnitedHealth Group
St. Louis, Missouri · Remote OK

Medical Director - Clinical Advocacy and Support - Remote West Coast preferred

Utilization ManagementIncludes callFull-Time
Posted 1h ago · Verified live

About the Role

Remote Medical Director role with UnitedHealth Group. Conduct coverage reviews and peer-to-peer discussions. Call coverage rotation. $248.5K-$373K.

Join UnitedHealth Group as a Medical Director – Remote, Utilization Management in St. Louis, Missouri. 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.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Salary: $248.5K - $373K
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Incentive and recognition programs
  • Equity stock purchase
  • 401k contribution

Work Schedule

  • Full-Time position.
  • Remote position - work from anywhere.
  • Call responsibilities required.

This position offers remote work flexibility, competitive compensation. Work with UnitedHealth Group in St. Louis, Missouri.

Key Responsibilities

The Medical Director conducts clinical coverage reviews and medical necessity determinations to ensure cost-effective, quality care for members. They collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and providers to manage medical benefits and facilitate accurate, timely coverage decisions.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an active, unrestricted M.D. or D.O. license and board certification in an ABMS specialty, preferably Internal or Family Medicine. A minimum of 3 years of clinical practice experience post-residency is required, along with proficiency in Evidence Based Medicine.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification (preferred)

Key Skills

Clinical coverage reviewUtilization managementEvidence based medicineMedical necessity determinationClinical documentationPeer-to-peer communicationData analysisProblem-solvingPresentation skillsInterpersonal communicationFacilitation skillsBenefit interpretationMedical claims reviewQuality improvement

Position Insights

AI ANALYSIS

This role scores 6.1/10 on work-life balance for Utilization Management roles.

Career trajectory: This position offers advancement within 2-3 years. The compensation analysis shows this employer pays...

Benefits analysis: Compared to 279 similar roles, this listing's benefits package ranks...

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About UnitedHealth Group

Hospitals and Health Care
Eden Prairie , Minnesota
10,000+ employees
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Benefits & Perks

Comprehensive benefits package
Incentive and recognition programs
Equity stock purchase
401k contribution
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