Behavioral Medical Director

2 days ago


White Plains, NY, United States Optum Full time

Optum | A culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Optum is hiring a Behavioral Medical Director to provide oversight and direction of the utilization management program and perform peer reviews as necessary for behavioral services within the Tri-State area. This individual will interact directly with Psychiatrists, Behavioral Health Providers, and other clinical professionals, such as Psychiatric Nurses, who consult on various complex clinical scenarios, processes and programs. The Behavioral Medical Director is part of a team that manages development and implementation of evidence-based treatments and medical expense initiatives and will also advise leadership on system improvement opportunities. They are responsible for timely peer reviews, appeals and consultations with providers and other community-based clinicians, including general practitioners, and will work collaboratively with utilization management, care management, quality, account management, and operations teams.

What you bring:

  • MD or DO degree, board certification in Psychiatry
  • Active, unrestricted medical license in New York
  • Minimum of 5 years of clinical practice experience

Why Join Optum?

  • Career development and visibility within a Fortune 3 company
  • Influence system-level change
  • Work as part of a collaborative behavioral health team
  • Remote flexibility - work from home (anywhere in the tri-state area)
  • Consistent weekday schedule
  • Purpose-driven team culture

Compensation & Benefits

The salary range is $258,000-$423,000, which includes base pay and bonus and is influenced by several factors. Eligibility for benefits varies by role and tenure.

In addition to salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

  • Incentive and recognition programs
  • Equity stock purchase options
  • 401(k) contributions
  • Health, wellness, and insurance benefits

Pre-Employment Screening

Optum is a drug-free workplace. Candidates must pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Our Commitment

Optum is committed to delivering equitable care and improving health outcomes for all. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer



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