[Hiring] Strategic Medical Director @Cohere Health

Role Description

The Strategic Medical Director Inpatient will report to the Managing Medical Director, Clinical Strategy, and be a fundamental physician driver of clinical program design, strategy, and innovation, working closely with prospective and current clients as we rapidly expand. This is a remote-first role that may require travel to Boston, MA for new hire onboarding and occasional in-person team meetings and company events.

• Lead the vision and evolution of the company’s clinical and digital care management offerings as the clinical subject matter expert.
• Utilize market data, consumer research, and patient analytics to spearhead new approaches to effective clinical delivery services.
• Physician leader for Inpatient clinical program development in partnership with Cohere teams.
• Provide physician leadership in the creation of comprehensive research packages.
• Partner with the VP Clinical Strategy and Cohere teams on new projects.
• Provide subject matter expertise and leadership in General Medicine, strategy, and client-facing discussions as needed.
• Support the Growth team by traveling as one of our clinical experts (MD) for prospective client meetings and sales opportunities if needed.
• Build and expand client relationships by partnering with the Growth and Client Experience teams.
• Participate in strategic planning for Cohere’s clinical and digital care management strategy.
• Provide strategic guidance of utilization management and medical policy programs/areas as necessary.
• Monitor performance of launched clinical programs within your specialty area and support continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an ACGME-accredited residency training program (or AOA approved legacy equivalent). Internal Medicine or Family Practice training preferred.
• Active, unrestricted medical license in any US State.
• Active Board certification (ABMS or AOA) in your primary specialty.
• 5+ years of clinical practice beyond residency/fellowship, Inpatient experience preferred.
• 5+ years experience in managed care or clinical strategy at a health plan, healthtech/solutions/services, expert consulting (partner-level), or related payer-facing roles.
• MBA or advanced degree in healthcare-related discipline preferred.
• Experience serving as the lead thinker / consulting partner, designing innovative clinical programs and interventions driving value for payers and their members.
• Success in building credibility, influence and partnership with key clients.
• Executive presence and ability to communicate effectively with partners / clients.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with highly cross-functional teammates.
• Strong communication and team management / interpersonal skills.
• Strong leadership capabilities and ability to initiate and maintain cross-team relationships.
• Ability to thrive in a self-directed environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously to meet tight deadlines and deliverables.

Benefits

• Fully remote opportunity with about 10% travel.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, and Employee Assistance Program.
• 401K retirement plan with company match; flexible spending and health savings account.
• Flex Time Off + company holidays.
• Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Pet insurance.

Interview Process

• Connect with Talent Acquisition for a Preliminary Phone Screening.
• Meet your Hiring Manager!
• Behavioral Interview(s).