[Remote] Medical Director, Payer Partnerships at Headway

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Mental Health, Healthcare, Health TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Psychiatrist with 5+ years of experience as a clinician in a fast-paced, high growth business
2+ years of experience in payer or partnership roles, ideally in technology environments
Industry influencer with demonstrated passion for reimagining behavioral health delivery and measurement (e.g., experience in health plans, health systems, value-based healthcare startups; speaks at industry conferences)
Proven thought leader with peer-reviewed publications and deep expertise in the end-to-end scientific publication process; experienced in synthesizing research insights to inform strategy, drive innovation, and demonstrate value
Experience developing or managing clinical quality measurement and peer review systems in healthcare
Collaborator eager and adept at working with product, operations, and sales teams to infuse clinical strategy across the organization
Effective at communicating clinical information to non-clinical staff, distilling complex clinical processes and language to advance product implementation; experience leading presentations to large audiences
General familiarity with healthcare regulations and laws surrounding corporate practice
Past experience with a healthcare tech company and/or startup
Licensed or willing to be licensed in multiple states

Responsibilities

Support Headway’s health plan partnerships and payer strategy
Promote external relations with payers through relationship building, presentations, sales meetings, and conference participation
Develop a critical understanding of how mental health clinicians utilize digital tools to deliver high quality care and document in a compliant manner
Drive innovative research initiatives to generate novel insights, shape strategic direction, and demonstrate scientific and strategic value
Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams including product, design, and growth

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

PsychiatryPayer PartnershipsBehavioral HealthProvider NetworksHealthcare StrategyInsuranceClinician ManagementCross-Functional CollaborationPayer StrategyManaged Services Organization

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What qualifications make someone a great fit for the Medical Director, Payer Partnerships role?

Ideal candidates are psychiatrists with 5+ years of clinical experience in fast-paced businesses, 2+ years in payer or partnership roles ideally in tech, industry influencers who speak at conferences, thought leaders with peer-reviewed publications, experience in clinical quality measurement and peer review systems, and strong collaborators who communicate effectively with non-clinical teams.

What is the salary or compensation for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this role remote or does it require office work?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What kind of teams will I work with in this role?

You'll work cross-functionally with teams across Headway, including Payer, Product, Growth, Marketing, Data & Analytics, and others.

What experience stands out most for a strong application to this role?

Highlight your background as a psychiatrist with 5+ years clinical experience, payer partnerships in tech, industry speaking engagements, peer-reviewed publications, and clinical quality systems, plus cross-functional collaboration skills.

Headway

Connects patients with affordable mental health services

About Headway

Headway simplifies the process of finding and paying for mental health therapy. It operates in the mental health market, addressing the challenge that many Americans face in accessing care due to high costs and complicated insurance processes. For individuals, Headway provides a platform where they can easily search for therapists and psychiatrists who accept their insurance, allowing them to find the right mental health care without incurring out-of-pocket expenses. For mental health care providers, Headway reduces the administrative workload associated with accepting insurance, enabling them to focus more on patient care. The company connects patients with providers while ensuring effective use of insurance, and it generates revenue by partnering with health plans and providers. Headway's goal is to create a more accessible and affordable mental healthcare system.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters

2019Year Founded

$318.1MTotal Funding

LATE_VCCompany Stage

HealthcareIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Equity Compensation

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

HSA / FSA

401K

Work-from-Home Stipend

Therapy Reimbursement

16-week parental leave for eligible employees

Carrot Fertility annual reimbursement and membership

13 paid holidays each year as well as a Holiday Break during the week between December 25th and December 31st

Flexible Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Training and professional development

Risks

Increased competition from platforms like BetterHelp and Talkspace.

Potential backlash from professionals feeling undervalued by Headway's platform.

Regulatory scrutiny as Headway expands into Medicare Advantage and Medicaid.

Differentiation

Headway simplifies finding and paying for therapy with an insurance-accepting provider network.

It reduces administrative burdens for mental health professionals, enhancing focus on patient care.

Headway's platform offers both virtual and in-person therapy sessions, increasing accessibility.

Upsides

Raised $100M in Series D to expand into Medicare Advantage and Medicaid.

Partnerships with Cigna and Blues plan to expand services to all 50 states.

Growing demand for telehealth services boosts Headway's market potential.

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