Join our team as we continue growing our footprint!

Our mission is Better Health. Our passion is helping others.

What’s Your Why?

• Are you looking for a career opportunity that will help you grow personally and professionally?

• Do you have a passion for helping others achieve Better Health?

• Are you ready to join a growing team that shares your mission?

Why Join Our Team: At Better Health Group, it’s our commitment, our passion, and our culture that sets us apart. Our Team Members make a difference each and every day! They support our providers and payors, ensuring they have the necessary tools and resources to always deliver best-in-class healthcare experiences for our patients. We don’t just talk the talk - we believe in it and live by it. Be part of a team that shares your passion and drive, and start living your purpose at Better Health Group.

Position Objective:

The Medical Director is a strategic role and is responsible for leading and supporting provider teams ensuring the delivery of high-quality healthcare services and driving the clinical  direction of Better Health Group. The incumbent will report to the Chief Medical Officer and will be responsible for identifying and correcting actions of variance PCPs to improve their clinical and cost performance.

Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic and clinical  leadership to the PCPs, ensuring alignment with the organization's goals and objectives
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to align with optimal clinical practice and outcomes to improve the quality of patient care
• Collaborate with other department heads to develop and execute strategic initiatives that drive the organization's growth and success
• Support and lead integration/ change initiatives with new or acquired clinics as they evolve from Fee for Service to Value Based Care Model
• Provide guidance to the medical staff, including physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, ensuring compliance with medical standards and protocols
• Monitor and evaluate the quality of patient care, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions as necessary
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in medical practices and technologies, and ensure their integration into the organization's clinical operations
• Ensure the delivery of compassionate, evidence-based, and patient-centered care to all patients
• Collaborate with the medical team to develop and implement care plans that meet the individual needs of patients
• Address patient concerns and complaints, and work towards resolving any issues related to the quality of care
• Ensure compliance with all applicable healthcare regulations, standards, and guidelines
• Stay informed about changes in healthcare laws and regulations, and implement necessary changes to maintain compliance
• Collaborate with the legal and compliance teams to address any legal or regulatory issues that may arise
• Train and mentor medical staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development
• Direct the activities related to improving PCP performance for UM and Quality
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment that promotes teamwork and effective communication
• Additional duties as assigned

Position Requirements/ Skills:

• Medical Degree from an accredited institution
• Currently licensed to practice medicine in states of responsibility; ability to obtain additional state licenses as required
• Board Certified in a specialty recognized by the American Board of Specialties (ABMS)
• 10 years (can be combined) of clinical and managed care experience
• Experience in Utilization Management, Quality Improvement, and Physician Improvement Programs
• Experience in  Medicare Advantage
• Experience in leadership roles and project management
• Experience working with high-performing teams and leading organizational change efforts
• Experience and expertise in medical cost reduction activities 
• Understanding of medical analytics and reporting
• Working knowledge of medical policy and application of criteria
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in an expedient and decisive manner  
• Ability to manage difficult peer-to-peer situations arising from medical care reviews
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for real-time collaboration

Physical Requirements:

• Requires standing, walking, pushing, bending, kneeling, and reaching
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time
• Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and have own means of transportation
• Ability to travel 25% of the time

Key Attributes/ Skills:

• Has a contagious and positive work ethic, inspires others, and models the behaviors of core values and guiding principles
• An effective team player who contributes valuable ideas and feedback and can be counted on to meet commitments
• Is able to work within our Better Health environment by facing tasks and challenges with energy and passion
• Pursues activities with focus and drive, defines work in terms of success, and can be counted on to complete goals
• Demonstrated ability to handle data with confidentiality
• Ability to work cross-functionally with multiple teams; ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent organizational, time-management, and multi-tasking skills with strong attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; must be comfortable communicating with senior-level leadership, providers, and health plans
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Must be results-oriented with a focus on quality execution and delivery
• Appreciation of cultural diversity and sensitivity toward target patient populations

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.