Neurologists

At UnitedHealthcare, we’re simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and equitable. Ready to make a difference? Join us to start **Caring. Connecting. Growing together.**

The Appeals and Grievances Medical Director is responsible for ongoing clinical review and adjudication of appeals and grievances cases for UnitedHealthcare associated companies.

You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

**Primary Responsibilities:**

+ Perform individual case review for appeals and grievances for various health plan and insurance products, which may include PPO, ASO, HMO, MAPD, and PDP. The appeals are in response to adverse determinations for medical services related to benefit design and coverage and the application of clinical criteria of medical policies

+ Perform Department of Insurance/Department of Managed Healthcare, and CMS regulatory responses

+ Communicate with UnitedHealthcare medical directors regarding appeals decision rationales, and benefit interpretations

+ Communicate with UnitedHealthcare Regional and Plan medical directors and network management staff regarding access, availability, network, and quality issues

+ Actively participate in team meetings focused on communication, feedback, problem solving, process improvement, staff training and evaluation, and the sharing of program results

+ Provide clinical and strategic input when participating in organizational committees, projects, and task forces

What makes your clinical career greater with UnitedHealth Group? You can improve the health of others and help heal the health care system. You can work with in an incredible team culture; a clinical and business collaboration that is learning and evolving every day. And, when you contribute, you'll open doors for yourself that simply do not exist in any other organization, anywhere.

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

**Required Qualifications:**

+ MD or DO with an active, unrestricted license

+ Neurology Board Certified in an ABMS or AOBMS specialty

+ 5+ years clinical practice experience

+ 2+ years Quality Management experience

+ Intermediate or higher level of proficiency with managed care

+ Excellent telephonic communication skills; excellent interpersonal communication skills

+ Excellent project management skills

+ Data analysis and interpretation skills

+ Excellent presentation skills for both clinical and non-clinical audiences. Familiarity with current medical issues and practices

+ Creative problem-solving skills

+ Basic computer skills, typing, word processing, presentation, and spreadsheet applications skills. Internet researching skills

+ Solid team player and team building skills

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy

**California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, or Washington Residents Only:** The salary range for California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, or Washington residents is $286,104 to $397,743 annually. Salary Range is defined as total cash compensation at target. The actual range and pay mix of base and bonus is variable based upon experience and metric achievement. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

**Application Deadline:** This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

_At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission._

_Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law._

_UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment._

**Why Mayo Clinic**

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/benefits/) – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic. You’ll thrive in an environment that supports innovation, is committed to ending racism and supporting diversity, equity and inclusion, and provides the resources you need to succeed.

**Responsibilities**

The Department of Neurology at Mayo Clinic in Scottsdale, AZ is seeking a neurologist with expertise in Autonomic Disorders to join our practice.

The Department of Neurology includes more than 40 board-certified neurologists who offer state-of-the art neurological care in over a dozen subspecialties. We are seeking a neurologist to join our Division of Autonomic Disorders. This successful candidate will contribute to our Autonomic subspecialty practice, interpret autonomic laboratory test data, and support our approved Autonomic Disorders fellowship program.

**Qualifications**

Candidates should be certified, eligible, or on an eligibility track for United Council for Neurologic Subspecialties (UCNS) Autonomic Disorders certification. This could be fulfilled by completion of a UCNS-accredited fellowship or completion of some or all of Practice Track requirements, such as 1-2 years of Autonomic Disorders practice experience. Individuals with Autonomic Disorders expertise and subspecialty training in fields such as Neuromuscular Medicine, Clinical Neurophysiology, Headache Medicine, or other relevant training are encouraged to apply. A successful candidate will demonstrate evidence of distinction in clinical neurology, a track record of academic productivity in research and/or education, excellent interpersonal skills, and capacity to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team of consultants and support staff.

**Exemption Status**

Exempt

**Benefits Eligible**

Yes

**Schedule**

Full Time

**Hours/Pay Period**

80

**International Assignment**

No

**Site Description**

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is. (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/alllocations)

**Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer**

As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.

**Recruiter**

Natalie Brewster

**Equal opportunity**

As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.

**Why Mayo Clinic**

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/benefits/) – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic. You’ll thrive in an environment that supports innovation, is committed to ending racism and supporting diversity, equity and inclusion, and provides the resources you need to succeed.

**Responsibilities**

The Department of Neurology at Mayo Clinic in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona is seeking an Academic Neurologist with expertise in Movement Disorders to join our practice.

The Movement Disorders Division is looking for a subspecialty trained, board certified physician with a clinical-research focus. Activities and necessary skills include botulinum toxin injections, DBS programming, and involvement in clinical drug studies.

The division is also actively engaged in the education and mentorship of medical students, residents, and fellows in both the inpatient and outpatient practice. There are abundant opportunities to accommodate candidates with combined clinical and research interests. Resources include Arizona Study of Aging and Neurodegenerative Disorders (AZSAND) and Brain and Body Donation Program (BBDP), Arizona Parkinson’s Disease Consortium, and more. We are looking for an individual who can bring enthusiasm, leadership, and fresh ideas to our clinical and research practices.

**License or Certification**

Candidates must be board-certified in Neurology and trained in movement disorders.

**Exemption Status**

Exempt

**Benefits Eligible**

Yes

**Schedule**

Full Time

**Hours/Pay Period**

80

**International Assignment**

No

**Site Description**

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is. (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/alllocations)

**Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer**

As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.

**Recruiter**

Natalie Brewster

**Equal opportunity**

As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.

**Why Mayo Clinic**

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/benefits/) – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic. You’ll thrive in an environment that supports innovation, is committed to ending racism and supporting diversity, equity and inclusion, and provides the resources you need to succeed.

**Responsibilities**

The Department of Neurology at Mayo Clinic in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona is seeking a Neurologist with expertise in headache medicine to join our practice.

The Headache Medicine Division is looking for a subspecialty-trained physician who is board certified in Neurology and board certified or board eligible in Headache Medicine. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to participate in Headache Medicine and Concussion clinical practices, research, and medical education. The physician will provide headache medicine care in the outpatient setting, concussion management in the outpatient setting, and will perform headache medicine procedures such as onabotulinumtoxinA injections and nerve blocks.

Candidates must have strong clinical skills and have a demonstrated track record of academic success in research and medical education. They must also demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and capacity to work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team of consultants and support staff. Headache Medicine Division faculty are actively engaged in education of medical students, residents, and headache medicine fellows. Our environment provides rich opportunities for clinical and translational research that are enhanced by established collaborations across Mayo Clinic sites. We are looking for an individual that can bring enthusiasm and fresh ideas to our clinical practice and research team.

License or Certification: Candidates must be board-certified in Neurology and board-certified or board-eligible in Headache Medicine.

**Exemption Status**

Exempt

**Benefits Eligible**

Yes

**Schedule**

Full Time

**Hours/Pay Period**

80

**International Assignment**

No

**Site Description**

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is. (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/alllocations)

**Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer**

As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.

**Recruiter**

Natalie Brewster

**Equal opportunity**

As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.

**Why Mayo Clinic**

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/benefits/) – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic. You’ll thrive in an environment that supports innovation, is committed to ending racism and supporting diversity, equity and inclusion, and provides the resources you need to succeed.

**Responsibilities**

The Department of Neurology at Mayo Clinic in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona is seeking a Neurologist with expertise in tertiary-level epilepsy care to join our practice.

The Epilepsy division is looking for a subspecialty trained, board certified epilepsy physician with a clinical focus. Activities and necessary skills include staffing the epilepsy clinic, epilepsy monitoring unit, interpretation of routine and hospital-based EEG including continuous EEG monitoring, intraoperative electrocorticography, and management of neurostimulation devices (VNS, RNS, DBS). Expertise in epilepsy surgery evaluations including stereo-EEG, subdural electrodes, and stimulation for functional brain mapping is required.

Candidates must have strong clinical skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team. Epilepsy division faculty are also actively engaged in education of medical students, residents, and fellows in both inpatient and outpatient practice. There are ample opportunities for candidates with combined clinical and research interests. We are looking for an individual that can bring enthusiasm, novel skills or experience, and fresh ideas to our practice.

**License or Certification**

Candidates must be board-certified in Neurology, Epilepsy and Clinical Neurophysiology. Clinical neurophysiology training must have had an emphasis in EEG and included direct experience in surgical evaluation.

**Exemption Status**

Exempt

**Benefits Eligible**

Yes

**Schedule**

Full Time

**Hours/Pay Period**

80

**International Assignment**

No

**Site Description**

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is. (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/alllocations)

**Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer**

As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.

**Recruiter**

Natalie Brewster

**Equal opportunity**

As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.