Behavioral Medical Director - Child & Adolescent - ...

Optum | A culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together. Optum is hiring a Behavioral Medical Director to provide oversight and direction of the utilization management program and perform peer reviews as necessary for behavioral services. This individual will interact directly with Psychiatrists, Behavioral Health Providers, and other clinical professionals, such as Psychiatric Nurses, who consult on various complex clinical scenarios, processes and programs. The Behavioral Medical Director is part of a team that manages development and implementation of evidence-based treatments and medical expense initiatives and will also advise leadership on system improvement opportunities. They are responsible for timely peer reviews, appeals and consultations with providers and other community-based clinicians, including general practitioners, and will work collaboratively with utilization management, care management, quality, account management, and operations teams. What you bring: MD or DO degree Board certification in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Active, unrestricted medical license (preferably in the Eastern Time Zone) Minimum of 5 years of clinical practice experience Why Join Optum? Work as part of a collaborative behavioral health team Influence system-level change Remote flexibility - work from home Consistent weekday schedule Purpose-driven team culture Compensation & Benefits 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

Created: 2026-03-10