Chief Medical Officer - CMO - for Optum Community Care Services, CCS (Remote)
Listed compensation
$292k-$439k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
For those who want to invent the future of health care, here's your opportunity. We're going beyond basic care to health programs integrated across the entire continuum of care. Join us in making healthcare work better for everyone through people-led, responsible AI while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
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 with active, unrestricted U.S. medical license
- Board certification in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Surgery, Physiatry, or Emergency Medicine
- 15+ years of clinical experience, including 5+ years in a senior clinical leadership role
- Proven expertise in clinical quality, utilization management, and regulatory compliance
- Demonstrated success in leading multidisciplinary teams and managing complex clinical programs
- Demonstrated exceptional communication, strategic thinking, and stakeholder engagement skills
- Proficiency in data analysis and evidence-based decision-making
- Ability to travel up to 10%25
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Veterans or Military healthcare systems
- Experience with RFI/RFP processes and federal contracting
- Familiarity with VA Community Care Network
- Leadership in federal healthcare programs (VA, DoD)
- Advanced training in healthcare administration, public health, or clinical informatics
*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 $292,300 - $438,500 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
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.
Key Responsibilities
The Chief Medical Officer will lead multidisciplinary teams and manage complex clinical programs to improve healthcare delivery. The role involves overseeing clinical quality, utilization management, and regulatory compliance while driving strategic initiatives.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an MD or DO degree with an active, unrestricted U.S. medical license and board certification in a relevant specialty. A minimum of 15 years of clinical experience, including at least 5 years in a senior clinical leadership role, is required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 10+ years of experience
Key Skills
Healthcare Professional Career Context
UnitedHealth Group holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 75/100, 1,414 active listings.
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Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Chief Medical Officer - CMO - for Optum Community Care Services, CCS (Remote) at UnitedHealth Group a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all healthcare professional listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include remote work flexibility.
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
