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Associate Medical Director or Medical Director - Oncology

Employer
Anthem Inc.
Location
Des Moines, IA
Closing date
Sep 20, 2021

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Profession
Physician
Specialty
Oncology (Cancer)
We are currently seeking several versatile Board Certified Medical and Radiation Oncologists to participate in pre-authorization reviews related to oncology care. Medical Directors in Clinical Operations determine the medical necessity of outpatient radiology, cancer chemotherapy and genetic testing requests using clinical guidelines and health plan medical policy.

Location: Remote, anywhere in the US with preference given to candidates located in California.

Successful candidates will:

Perform physician-level case review, following initial nurse review, of radiation therapy regimens and supportive care.
Perform physician-level case review, following initial nurse review, of high-tech diagnostic imaging. Imaging modalities include CT, CTA, MRI, MRA, and PET.
Determine medical necessity of requests using AIM Medical Necessity Guidelines and client-specific health plan medical policy.
Conduct peer-to-peer discussions with ordering physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners to provide education regarding established guidelines and accepted standards of oncology care.
Document the pre-certification review in a complete, concise, and accurate manner in the pre-certification computer application.
Demonstrate and maintain current knowledge of new cancer treatment regimens.
As necessary, assist pre-certification nurses and other staff in understanding the principles behind appropriate utilization of covered treatments and genetic testing.
Participate in periodic physician team meetings.
Demonstrate and maintain knowledge of relevant policies and regulations pertaining to utilization review of oncology care.
Participate on committees or in work groups as needed for revision of clinical guidelines and/or serve as a subject matter expert.
Perform first level provider appeals as designated by the client for adverse determinations.
Obtain additional state licensure based upon business needs.
Adhere to all AIM Specialty Health Management protocols, policies, and procedures.

Qualifications

Qualified Candidates will have:

Current unrestricted medical license(s) as a Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
Board Certification by American Board of Medical Specialties in Medical Oncology or Radiation Oncology.
3-5 years of clinical practice experience past fellowship training is desirable.
Demonstrated knowledge of current practice standards in oncology.
Strong oral communication and interpersonal skills.
Intermediate computer skills (including MS Office and Outlook), ability to learn new applications.
Strong analytical skills.
Ability to multi-task.
Ability to work both independently and in a team environ
We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few.

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