Medical Director - Mid West Region
Humana- Full Time
- Junior (1 to 2 years)
Candidates should possess board certification in Family or Internal Medicine, and a strong clinical background with experience in value-based care models. Demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience with Nurse Practitioners and Physicians are essential, along with the ability to develop and implement clinical policies and protocols. Travel to conferences and with partners is required for this externally titled Associate Medical Director (Value-Based Care) role, which is internally referred to as Medical Director.
As the Medical Director, you will lead and supervise the team of Nurse Practitioners and Physicians, providing clinical oversight and mentorship to ensure high-quality patient care. You will develop and execute new, evidence-based clinical protocols and policies in partnership with the Population Health team to achieve value-based cost-of-care and HEDIS targets. You will serve as a key clinical leader, bridging clinical expertise with operational needs, collaborating with behavioral health, nursing, and care management leadership, and acting as the escalation point for complex clinical questions. Furthermore, you will partner with the Chief Medical Officer to inform clinical strategy, contribute to organizational growth, and cultivate relationships with health plans, community organizations, and other stakeholders to advance Pair Team’s goals through strategic external engagement.
Connects vulnerable patients with local care teams
Pair Team connects vulnerable patients with local care teams that provide physical, mental, and social services. They achieve this by partnering with large healthcare providers, hospitals, health systems, municipalities, shelters, and social support services. The company focuses on whole-person care, offering their services for free to patients by coordinating resources across their partner network. This model is funded through the Enhanced Care Management benefit of Medi-Cal, ensuring no cost to patients. Additionally, Pair Team compensates community partners for their involvement in patient care, creating a revenue stream for these organizations. They also provide extra support like virtual urgent care, free grocery delivery, and housing navigation, which enhances patient care and eases the workload for healthcare staff. Pair Team stands out by specifically targeting vulnerable populations and collaborating closely with community organizations to deliver comprehensive care.