BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee

Lead Medical Director


PayCompetitive
LocationChattanooga/Tennessee
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: R-40086
      Employer Industry: Healthcare Insurance

      Why Consider this Job Opportunity:
      - Competitive salary up to 5 years of clinical experience
      - Opportunity for career advancement and growth within the organization
      - Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
      - Ability to work independently or in a team environment
      - Outstanding negotiation, presentation, and facilitation skills
      - Knowledge of Medicare programs

      What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
      - Develop and administer inter-reviewer reliability methodology for medical necessity determinations
      - Analyze and apply clinical metrics to support medical management and quality improvement initiatives
      - Direct and support physician review for UM and Appeals reviews
      - Lead and serve on various committees to achieve medical utilization, cost, and quality objectives
      - Willingness to travel within the State of Tennessee and nationally

      What is Required (Qualifications):
      - Current MD or DO degree with an unencumbered and unrestricted license to practice medicine in Tennessee
      - Board Certification in a recognized specialty by the American Board of Medical Specialties or the American Board of Osteopathic Specialists
      - 5 years of clinical experience
      - Healthcare administration and/or UM experience preferred
      - Ability to interpret and explain complex government policies

      How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
      - 0-2 years of experience as an Rx Technician or Customer Service Representative in a healthcare-related service

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  • About the company

      BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee is the largest health benefit plan company in Tennessee.