National Senior Medical Executive

National Senior Medical Executive (Finance) Role Summary The National Senior Medical Executive is a visionary physician leader responsible for driving clinical strategy, innovation, and client impact across the National Accounts Organization. This role serves as the senior-most clinical voice for large employer clients, delivering high‑impact clinical analysis, strategic direction, and thought leadership. In addition to direct client engagement, the Senior Medical Executive leads a team of National Medical Executives, ensuring consistent, high‑quality clinical support and strategic alignment across the enterprise. This position requires deep expertise in healthcare delivery, insurance, consulting, and health technology, with a proven track record of executive leadership in complex, matrixed environments. The ideal candidate brings a forward‑thinking approach to employer health innovation, leveraging insights from clinical practice, industry trends, and enterprise capabilities to shape solutions that drive measurable outcomes. Key Responsibilities New Sales & Strategic Growth Articulate Cigna's differentiated value proposition in health advocacy, clinical programs, and network solutions during finalist meetings and consultant engagements. Guide RFP responses by recommending innovative, client‑specific strategies that reflect emerging healthcare trends and employer needs. Represent clinical leadership in consultant roadshows and strategic forums, positioning Cigna as a market leader in employer health solutions. Client Engagement & Retention Partner with National Account Executives (NAEs) to co‑develop strategic clinical roadmaps that support retention, growth, and product adoption. Analyze client‑specific data to identify cost drivers, population health needs, and program performance, delivering actionable recommendations. Serve as a clinical liaison between clients, account teams, and Clinical Operations to resolve complex issues and elevate the client experience. Support clinical audits and contribute to the development of corrective action plans and strategic enhancements. Enterprise Leadership & Innovation Lead the team of National Medical Executives, providing mentorship, strategic guidance, and performance oversight. Translate enterprise innovations into actionable insights and training for account teams, ensuring consistent messaging and clinical excellence. Represent the voice of the client and consultant community across internal forums, influencing Product, Informatics, Marketing, and Clinical Operations. Assign strategic initiatives and special projects to team members based on enterprise priorities and client needs. Thought Leadership & Industry Expertise Serve as a recognized clinical expert in national forums, delivering presentations and contributing to thought leadership on employer health innovation. Stay ahead of industry trends, including digital health, value‑based care, and population health management, to inform strategy and client engagement. Build and maintain relationships with key consultants, health system executives, and technology partners to foster collaboration and innovation. Qualifications Board‑certified physician in an ABMS‑approved specialty with an active, unrestricted medical license. Minimum of 5 years of clinical practice experience. At least 15 years of progressive leadership in medical management, including roles in insurance, consulting, health systems, or health technology companies. Demonstrated success in leading teams, managing complex processes, and influencing enterprise strategy. Exceptional communication, analytical, strategic thinking, and interpersonal skills. Proven ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, matrixed environment with a focus on results and innovation. Willingness to travel extensively to support client and enterprise needs. Compensation & Benefits Salary range: $255,000 – $425,000 USD per year, depending on experience and geographic location. Eligibility for annual bonus and long‑term incentive plan. Benefits include medical, vision, dental, well‑being and behavioral health programs, 401(k) with company match, company‑paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement, at least 18 days of paid time off per year, and paid holidays. Work‑From‑Home Requirements If you will be working at home occasionally or permanently, the internet connection must be provided by a cable broadband or fiber‑optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 10 Mbps download / 5 Mbps upload. About Cigna Healthcare Cigna Healthcare, a division of The Cigna Group, is an advocate for better health through every stage of life. We guide our customers through the health care system, empowering them with the information and insight they need to make the best choices for improving their health and vitality. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing the online application process, please email SeeYourself@cigna.com for support. Do not email SeeYourself@cigna.com for an update on your application or to provide your resume as you will not receive a response. The Cigna Group has a tobacco‑free policy and reserves the right not to hire tobacco/nicotine users in states where that is legally permissible. Candidates in such states who use tobacco/nicotine will not be considered for employment unless they enter a qualifying smoking cessation program prior to the start of their employment. These states include: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, and Washington State. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances. #J-18808-Ljbffr