The Role
Leads primary care division operations, quality, cost, service delivery, provider recruitment and retention, regulatory compliance, risk management, utilization management, and patient satisfaction. The role is split evenly between outpatient clinical practice and administrative leadership, partnering with medical management and corporate departments to improve care access, quality, and operational effectiveness.
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Requisition Number: 2388404
Optum NV is seeking a Associate Medical Director to join our team in Las Vegas, NV. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.
As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.
The Division Medical Director, Primary Care, is a member of the leadership team and responsible for the quality, cost and service levels of health care provided by the Primary Care division. This position works closely with the Senior Medical Director to direct, manage and evaluate primary care practice operations. This position is also responsible for planning, implementing and monitoring of activities in direct support of patient satisfaction, quality improvement, utilization and quality management. This position is 50 percent clinical outpatient and 50 percent administrative.
Southwest Medical is headquartered in the greater Las Vegas, NV area.
Position Highlights & Primary Responsibilities:
* Provide leadership and communication for primary care physician leaders, physicians and clinical staff
* Responsible for effective interviewing, selection, orientation, development and retention of primary care providers
* Partner with medical management staff to promote clinical process improvement and access enhancement
* Ensure effective quality assurance and risk management processes
* Ensure customer satisfaction and compliance with regulatory standards
* Ensure cost effective delivery of health care within the primary care practice management operations
* Ensure that all NCQA and other accreditation standards are met
* Establish direct relationship with key departments including pharmacy, underwriting, medical adjudication, claims and provider relations, and assist with issues and/or concerns
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:
* Active and unrestricted medical license in the State of Nevada or ability to obtain prior to employment
* Board certification in a postgraduate clinical specialty
Preferred Qualifications:
* 1+ years of experience in primary care medical group practice
* Management experience and prior executive oversight experience in a clinical setting
* Experience in medical utilization management, medical quality assurance, quality improvement techniques, risk management and a prepaid environment
* Proven extensive knowledge of primary care operations; solid knowledge of management practices, human relations, consensus building and collaborative ability
* Proven solid oral and written communication techniques and be professionally respected by peers; leadership ability; demonstrated expertise in the primary care setting
Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $240,500 - $394,500. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. 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 o r when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
OptumCare is 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.
OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Optum NV is seeking a Associate Medical Director to join our team in Las Vegas, NV. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.
As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.
The Division Medical Director, Primary Care, is a member of the leadership team and responsible for the quality, cost and service levels of health care provided by the Primary Care division. This position works closely with the Senior Medical Director to direct, manage and evaluate primary care practice operations. This position is also responsible for planning, implementing and monitoring of activities in direct support of patient satisfaction, quality improvement, utilization and quality management. This position is 50 percent clinical outpatient and 50 percent administrative.
Southwest Medical is headquartered in the greater Las Vegas, NV area.
Position Highlights & Primary Responsibilities:
* Provide leadership and communication for primary care physician leaders, physicians and clinical staff
* Responsible for effective interviewing, selection, orientation, development and retention of primary care providers
* Partner with medical management staff to promote clinical process improvement and access enhancement
* Ensure effective quality assurance and risk management processes
* Ensure customer satisfaction and compliance with regulatory standards
* Ensure cost effective delivery of health care within the primary care practice management operations
* Ensure that all NCQA and other accreditation standards are met
* Establish direct relationship with key departments including pharmacy, underwriting, medical adjudication, claims and provider relations, and assist with issues and/or concerns
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:
* Active and unrestricted medical license in the State of Nevada or ability to obtain prior to employment
* Board certification in a postgraduate clinical specialty
Preferred Qualifications:
* 1+ years of experience in primary care medical group practice
* Management experience and prior executive oversight experience in a clinical setting
* Experience in medical utilization management, medical quality assurance, quality improvement techniques, risk management and a prepaid environment
* Proven extensive knowledge of primary care operations; solid knowledge of management practices, human relations, consensus building and collaborative ability
* Proven solid oral and written communication techniques and be professionally respected by peers; leadership ability; demonstrated expertise in the primary care setting
Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $240,500 - $394,500. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. 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 o r when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
OptumCare is 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.
OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Skills Required
- Active and unrestricted medical license in Nevada, or ability to obtain one before employment
- Board certification in a postgraduate clinical specialty
- At least 1 year of experience in a primary care medical group practice
- Management and prior executive oversight experience in a clinical setting
- Experience in medical utilization management, medical quality assurance, quality improvement, risk management, and prepaid healthcare environments
- Extensive knowledge of primary care operations and management practices
- Knowledge of human relations, consensus building, and collaborative leadership
- Strong oral and written communication skills and demonstrated primary care leadership expertise
Optum Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave (six weeks), paid caregiver leave (up to two weeks), Bright Horizons back-up care, and adoption assistance up to $10,000 are prominently included. Feedback suggests these family supports meaningfully aid work-life balance and are often highlighted as strengths.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company match is available to all employees, including part-time staff, alongside other financial protections like disability and life insurance. Feedback suggests broad access and matching make retirement support a core pillar of the package.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An Employee Stock Purchase Plan offers discounted company stock, with some roles also eligible for sign-on or performance bonuses. Feedback suggests the ESPP is a standout financial perk that helps employees build ownership over time.
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The Company
What We Do
Optum, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, 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 inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. At Optum, we support your well-being with an understanding team, extensive benefits and rewarding opportunities. By joining us, you’ll have the resources to drive system transformation while we help you take care of your future. We recognize the power of connection to drive change, improve efficiency and make a difference in health care. Join a team where your skills and ideas can make an impact and where collaboration is key to creating technology that produces healthier outcomes.
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Optum Offices
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Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
Optum has three workplace models that balance the needs of the business and the responsibilities of each role. These models, core on‑site (5 days/week), hybrid (4 days/week) and telecommute or fully remote, vary by country, role and location.
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