Assistant Vice President Medical Operations - Northeast Zone

Company:Concentra Location:Londonderry, NH 03053 Job Category:Medical/Health Reference Code:conc-00018414 Serving the occupational, auto and group healthcare markets, Concentra provides employers, insurers and payors with a series of integrated services that include employment-related injury and occupational healthcare, in-network and out-of-network medical claims review and repricing, access to preferred provider organizations, first notice of loss services, case management and other cost containment services. Concentra provides its services to approximately 136,000 employer locations and 3,700 insurance companies, group health plans, third-party administrators and other healthcare payors. The Company has over 300 medical centers located in 40 states. It also operates the Beech Street and FOCUS networks which include 544,000 providers, 52,000 ancillary providers and 4,400 acute-care hospitals nationwide. Concentra is an Equal Opportunity Employer.NOTICE:Employment Verification Done. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. JOB SUMMARY:Under the direction of the VP of Medical Operations, and working with members of the Zone leadership team, directs consistent implementation of medical policies and programs assigned, ensuring the delivery of affordable, efficient, responsible and accountable occupational healthcare of the highest quality to business, industry and patients within the Northeast Zone. The Northeast Zone includes CT, ME, NH, MA, NY, VT, and RI.MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: ' Supervises and directs medical activities of zone, and coordinates activities of Regional Medical Directors, Area Medical Directors, with those of other disciplines to ensure the highest quality of medical care is consistently offered to Concentra's patients.' Establishes and maintains relationships with physicians to ensure the consistency of quality care concurrent with Concentra philosophy and protocols.' Participates in establishing optimal staffing levels for assigned Centers, development of budget supporting delivery of medical services, and new business development for established and new clients.' Reviews clinical activities of zone and recommends changes in or better utilization of facilities, services, and staff.' Oversees medical practices of zone and recommends procedures, treatments or other courses of action to assist medical staff in achieving optimal medical outcomes following Concentra Medical model. ' Participates in the development of Best Practice Patterns and implements and monitors medical peer review process.' Oversees the distribution and interpretation of the provider management reports for the zone. Monitors trends in the reports and institutes corrective action, where necessary, to ensure consistency in application of the medical model and optimal case outcomes.' Interprets and administers personnel policies in conjunction with HR, and provides for training programs for medical staff.' Works closely with zone leadership team members to ensure financial success of the markets and zone, optimal clinical support for medical and therapy providers, and the highest level of customer/patient service.' Participates in the processes of interviewing, hiring, performance reviews, transfers, promotions, salary reviews, and disciplinary action of all medical providers, as well as other employees at the zone, market and center level.' Directly supervises and supports the Regional, Associate Regional, and Area Medical Directors in Zone. ' Maintains clinical core competency.' Other responsibilities as indicated. EDUCATION/CREDENTIALS:' Active medical license in the state(s) of jurisdiction, as required for treatment and/or business necessity.' Medical degree (MD, DO) from accredited institution.' Board Certification, preferably in the area of Occupational Medicine, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine or Emergency Medicine.JOB RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:' 10 or more years of directly applicable experience in both occupational health and medical management preferred. Must have prior experience supervising more than 20 providers.JOB-RELATED SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:' Excellent organizational, leadership and decision making skills necessary' Strong business acumen and operational vision.must be able to see the 'big picture' and also manage the details.' Expert interpersonal, communications (written & oral) and presentation skills required' Positive, pro-active management style and philosophy' Highly analytical, detail-oriented and self-motivated ' Ability to quickly adapt to change and stressful situations with ease' Proven success in developing, implementing and managing medical processes, programs and teams' Must enjoy, and thrive in, a fast-paced environment' Must be creative in solutions, designs and operational approachWORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:' 100% Office and Medical Centers Environment with travel required within the zone To Apply, Click here The Circle of Success.Concentra's mission is to improve the quality of life by making health care accessible and affordable. We serve the occupational, urgent care, and automobile markets with a wide range of services: Employment-related injury care and occupational health care provided at more than 320 Concentra-managed medical centers in 40 states. Urgent care services provided to the public at selected medical center locations in key metropolitan areas. Specialty occupational health care solutions provided to employers through on-site locations, by traveling to the workplace, or via the Internet and telephone. Automobile claim services through our Auto Injury Solutions division. The Circle of Opportunity. Concentra manages more than 320 medical centers in 40 states and continues to expand our geographic reach through the acquisition of established medical providers and the development of new locations. We are actively expanding our Urgent Care service offering by adding this capability to existing Concentra Medical Center locations. Our specialty health services, which we refer to as our Health Solutions division, is rapidly expanding as we identify new ways to provide customized health care solutions for employers and their workers.The Circle of Teamwork. Concentra brings together talented, compassionate people to solve the highly complex issues of health care delivery, accessibility, and affordability. Every day, we make a difference in the lives of thousands of people through our ability to improve health care efficiency and outcomes. Your career path and development can be on-the-go at Concentra, where you can advance as far as your ideas and performance can take you.