Optum
Recruiting Clinical Leaders for Optum
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A culture of
Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
Optum is hiring a
Behavioral Medical Director
to be the leader supporting government programs for 50,000+ members across New Mexico. If you’re passionate about population health and ready to drive change at a statewide level, this could be your next big move.
Your Impact:
Population health thought and innovation leader working with state government and community leaders (a member of the Executive Leadership Team)
Policy development, compliance, and member program development
Provider meetings with a goal of improving treatment for patients
Utilization management and case management responsibilities
What you bring:
MD or DO degree, board certification in Psychiatry
Active, unrestricted medical license in New Mexico
Minimum of 5 years of clinical practice experience
Currently resides in New Mexico, ideally based near Albuquerque
Open to 25% travel within the state of NM
Why Join Optum?
Career development and visibility within a Fortune 3 company
Influence system‑level change
Work as part of an integrated medical‑behavioral team
Remote flexibility – work from home
Purpose‑driven team culture
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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A culture of
Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
Optum is hiring a
Behavioral Medical Director
to be the leader supporting government programs for 50,000+ members across New Mexico. If you’re passionate about population health and ready to drive change at a statewide level, this could be your next big move.
Your Impact:
Population health thought and innovation leader working with state government and community leaders (a member of the Executive Leadership Team)
Policy development, compliance, and member program development
Provider meetings with a goal of improving treatment for patients
Utilization management and case management responsibilities
What you bring:
MD or DO degree, board certification in Psychiatry
Active, unrestricted medical license in New Mexico
Minimum of 5 years of clinical practice experience
Currently resides in New Mexico, ideally based near Albuquerque
Open to 25% travel within the state of NM
Why Join Optum?
Career development and visibility within a Fortune 3 company
Influence system‑level change
Work as part of an integrated medical‑behavioral team
Remote flexibility – work from home
Purpose‑driven team culture
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 .
#J-18808-Ljbffr