Behavioral Health Medical Director- Child Psychiatrist
Elevance Health, Walnut Creek, CA, United States
Behavioral Health Medical Director - Child Psychiatrist
Location:
This role enables associates to work virtually full‑time, with the exception of required in‑person training sessions, providing maximum flexibility and autonomy. Candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment unless an accommodation is granted as required by law. Alternate locations may be considered.
Schedule:
Full‑time position, Monday through Friday.
Responsibilities
Conduct peer‑to‑peer clinical reviews with attending physicians or other providers to discuss review determinations, and patients’ office visits with providers and external physicians.
Apply clinical knowledge and skills to utilization review processes.
Adhere to medical policies and clinical guidelines.
Engage in clinical and non‑clinical activities that impact health care quality, cost, and outcomes as assigned.
Provide guidance for clinical operational aspects of a program when requested.
Serve on internal and/or external committees as required.
Develop and propose new medical policies based on changes in healthcare.
Identify and develop opportunities for innovation to increase effectiveness and quality.
Qualifications
MD or DO.
Board certification approved by American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) or American Osteopathic Association (AOA) where applicable to duties.
Active unrestricted medical license to practice medicine or a health profession.
Located in a state or territory of the United States when conducting utilization review or an appeals consideration; cannot be located on a U.S. military base, vessel, or any embassy located in or outside of the U.S.
Minimum of 10 years of clinical experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).
For Health Solutions and Carelon organizations (including behavioral health) only, minimum of 5 years of experience providing health care is required.
Additional experience may be required by State contracts or regulations if the Medical Director is filing a role required by a State agency.
Preferred Qualifications
Willingness to obtain a California medical license.
Board Certified in Child & Adolescent psychiatry (strongly preferred).
Salary and Benefits
The salary range for this position is $250,236 to $428,976. In addition to your salary, Elevance Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase options, and a 401(k) contribution (all benefits subject to eligibility requirements). The salary offered is based on legitimate, non‑discriminatory factors set by the Company. The Company is fully committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other protected category in accordance with pay equity laws.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact elevancehealthjobssupport@elevancehealth.com for assistance. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.
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Location:
This role enables associates to work virtually full‑time, with the exception of required in‑person training sessions, providing maximum flexibility and autonomy. Candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment unless an accommodation is granted as required by law. Alternate locations may be considered.
Schedule:
Full‑time position, Monday through Friday.
Responsibilities
Conduct peer‑to‑peer clinical reviews with attending physicians or other providers to discuss review determinations, and patients’ office visits with providers and external physicians.
Apply clinical knowledge and skills to utilization review processes.
Adhere to medical policies and clinical guidelines.
Engage in clinical and non‑clinical activities that impact health care quality, cost, and outcomes as assigned.
Provide guidance for clinical operational aspects of a program when requested.
Serve on internal and/or external committees as required.
Develop and propose new medical policies based on changes in healthcare.
Identify and develop opportunities for innovation to increase effectiveness and quality.
Qualifications
MD or DO.
Board certification approved by American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) or American Osteopathic Association (AOA) where applicable to duties.
Active unrestricted medical license to practice medicine or a health profession.
Located in a state or territory of the United States when conducting utilization review or an appeals consideration; cannot be located on a U.S. military base, vessel, or any embassy located in or outside of the U.S.
Minimum of 10 years of clinical experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).
For Health Solutions and Carelon organizations (including behavioral health) only, minimum of 5 years of experience providing health care is required.
Additional experience may be required by State contracts or regulations if the Medical Director is filing a role required by a State agency.
Preferred Qualifications
Willingness to obtain a California medical license.
Board Certified in Child & Adolescent psychiatry (strongly preferred).
Salary and Benefits
The salary range for this position is $250,236 to $428,976. In addition to your salary, Elevance Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase options, and a 401(k) contribution (all benefits subject to eligibility requirements). The salary offered is based on legitimate, non‑discriminatory factors set by the Company. The Company is fully committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other protected category in accordance with pay equity laws.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact elevancehealthjobssupport@elevancehealth.com for assistance. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.
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