Medical Director – Otolaryngology
Location
United States
Posted
14 days ago
Salary
$207.8K - $346.3K / year
Seniority
Lead
No structured requirement data.
Job Description
Medical Director – Otolaryngology
The Cigna Group
Role Description Do you crave an intellectually stimulating role that lets you apply your clinical expertise while continuing to grow and make an impact? As a Medical Director at EviCore, part of Evernorth Health Services, a division of The Cigna Group, you’ll leverage your background in Otolaryngology to deliver evidence-based medical reviews that support high-quality patient care. Collaborate with healthcare providers and stay current on healthcare regulations and industry developments as you review a wide range of cases. This role offers you the opportunity to build new skills while enhancing the health and vitality of others. We're seeking a detail-oriented individual with good communication, technology, and typing skills, as well as strong clinical judgment. Drive growth in your career with our innovative team. How you’ll make a difference: - You’ll start training remotely in a structured environment with support from trainers, mentors, and leadership to set you up for success. - Complete time-sensitive, specialized evidence-based medical case reviews for medical necessity on EviCore’s case management software. - Conduct physician consultation (peer-to-peer) calls with referring providers to discuss evidence–based medical necessity and appropriateness of the requested service or treatment. - Leverage your clinical expertise to recommend alternative services or treatments as necessary. - Work collaboratively with over 500 EviCore physician colleagues to help ensure patients receive proper care via evidence-based decision making. Qualifications - M.D. or D.O. with a current, active U.S. medical license and board certification (ABMS or AOA) in Otolaryngology. - Eligible to acquire additional state licensure as required. - 3 or more years of relevant clinical experience post residency/fellowship. - Knowledge of applicable state and federal laws, Utilization Review Accreditation Commission and National Committee for Quality Assurance standards is a plus. - Ability to commit to a set, weekly work schedule (Monday through Friday). - Strong computer skills: ability to work autonomously with automated processes, computer applications, and systems. - Meet physical demands of the role including, but not limited to, typing, speaking, and listening 100% of time. - In accordance with our HITECH Security Accreditation, company provided encrypted-workstation is required to be hard-wire connected to a modem or router. Wireless connection is not permitted. - If you will be working at home occasionally or permanently, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload. Requirements - For this position, we anticipate offering an annual salary of 207,800 - 346,300 USD / yearly, depending on relevant factors, including experience and geographic location. - This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan. Benefits - Benefits start on day one. - Predictable work schedules. - 100% work from home. - 8 Paid Holidays + 23 PTO Days. - 401(K) with company match. - Reimbursement for continuing medical education. - Career growth opportunities across the enterprise. - Networking with peers across multiple medical specialties.
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