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We believe that quality healthcare is best delivered locally. That’s why Centene’s health insurance plans are locally branded, with teams in every community we serve. For 40 years, our company has worked tirelessly to increase access to affordable, high-quality healthcare to those who need it most. As a leading provider of government-sponsored healthcare, we provide access to affordable, high-quality services to Medicaid and Medicare members, as well as to individuals and families served by the Health Insurance Marketplace.
Our Medical Directors help make a difference with the care our members receive while also shaping the future of healthcare.
Centene offers flexible work options, generous leave, and caregiver support like paid parental leave and adoption assistance as well as a total rewards compensation package.
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Remote Medical Director - Indiana
*Must be licensed in Indiana
Position Purpose & Key Duties:
Support medical management, credentialing, and quality improvement activities to ensure effective and compliant healthcare delivery. Perform medical reviews, oversee appeals, and collaborate with providers to improve care quality and efficiency. Represent the plan on clinical matters and contribute to network and policy development.
Education/Experience:
MD or DO, actively practicing. Utilization management and quality accreditation experience preferred; background in health administration or experience with diverse populations is a plus.
License/Certification:
Board certification by ABMS or AOA. Must hold an unrestricted Indiana medical license.
Pay Range:
$221,300.00 - $420,500.00 per year.
Remote Medical Director - New York
Position Purpose & Key Duties:
Support the Chief Medical Director in overseeing medical management, quality improvement, and credentialing to ensure cost-effective, high-quality care. Lead utilization reviews, complex case evaluations, provider education, and performance improvement initiatives, collaborating with internal teams and providers to enhance clinical outcomes and network performance.
Education/Experience:
MD or DO, actively practicing. Experience in utilization management and quality improvement preferred; diverse-population experience is a plus.
License/Certification:
Board certification in an ABMS- or AOA-recognized specialty. Must hold an unrestricted state medical license.
Pay Range:
$231,900 – $440,500 per year.
Behavioral Health Medical Director - Louisiana
*Must be licensed in Louisiana
Position Purpose & Key Duties:
Support the Chief Medical Director in overseeing medical operations, including utilization management, quality improvement, and credentialing, to ensure cost-effective, high-quality member care aligned with clinical and regulatory standards. Provide medical leadership on complex case reviews, appeals, and network development, while collaborating with providers and internal teams to enhance care quality, efficiency, and outcomes. Represent the health plan on clinical matters and guide performance improvement initiatives.
Education/Experience:
MD or DO, actively practicing. Utilization management and quality accreditation experience preferred. Coursework in health administration or experience serving diverse populations is a plus.
License/Certification:
Board certification by ABMS or AOA (Internal or Family Medicine preferred). Must hold an unrestricted state medical license.
Pay Range:
$221,300 - $420,500 per year.
Remote Behavioral Health Medical Director - Arizona
*Must be licensed in Arizona
Position Purpose & Key Duties:
Work with the Chief Medical Director to guide medical operations, utilization management, and quality programs that advance cost-effective, high-quality care for members. Review complex cases, collaborate with providers on performance improvement, and represent the health plan in clinical forums. Support appeals, policy development, and provider education initiatives.
Education/Experience:
MD or DO, actively practicing. Utilization management and quality improvement experience preferred; familiarity with diverse populations is a plus.
License/Certification:
Board certification by ABMS or AOA. Must hold an unrestricted Arizona medical license.
Pay Range:
$231,900 – $440,500 per year.
Remote Medical Director - New Jersey
*Must be licensed in New Jersey
Position Purpose & Key Duties:
Oversee pediatric and family medicine medical management, quality programs, and credentialing to deliver cost-effective, high-quality care. Review complex cases, support appeals, and partner with providers to enhance network performance and care outcomes. Provide clinical leadership in policy development and physician engagement.
Education/Experience:
MD or DO, actively practicing. Experience in utilization management and quality standards preferred; familiarity with diverse populations is a plus.
License/Certification:
Board certification by ABMS or AOA (Pediatrics or Family Medicine preferred). Must hold an unrestricted New Jersey medical license.
Pay Range:
$231,900 – $440,500 per year.
Remote Medical Director - North Carolina
Position Purpose & Key Duties:
Provide medical leadership supporting utilization management, quality improvement, and credentialing activities. Conduct clinical and utilization reviews, support appeals, and collaborate with internal teams and network providers to improve quality, outcomes, and cost-effective care. Partner with the Chief Medical Director to support regulatory, accreditation, and performance improvement initiatives.
Education/Experience:
MD or DO, actively practicing. Experience in managed care, utilization management, or quality programs preferred. Experience working with diverse populations is a plus.
License/Certification:
Board certified by ABMS or AOA. Must hold an unrestricted state medical license aligned to the role’s location.
Pay Range:
$210,800 – $400,500 per year.
Remote Behavioral Medical Director - Nationwide
Position Purpose & Key Duties:
Oversee medical operations, utilization management, and quality improvement across multiple states, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective care. Conduct complex case reviews, support appeals, lead provider education, and guide performance improvement initiatives in collaboration with internal teams and providers.
Education/Experience:
MD or DO, actively practicing. Experience in utilization management and quality improvement preferred; experience with diverse populations is a plus.
License/Certification:
Board certification in an ABMS- or AOA-recognized specialty. Must hold an unrestricted state medical license.
Pay Range:
$231,900 – $440,500 per year.
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