Physician Supervisor, Utilization Management

We're building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you'll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger - helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time. The Physician Supervisor, Utilization Management is responsible for overseeing the day to day utilization management (UM) processes to ensure the delivery of high-quality, cost-effective healthcare services. This role involves managing the review of medical necessity, appropriateness of care, and the coordination of healthcare services. The Physician Supervisor will lead and manage a team of UM physicians, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities to optimize team performance.

Core Responsibilities:

Leadership and Management:

Lead and manage the Utilization Management team, providing guidance, training, and support to the day to day issues. Support recruiting, hiring, and retaining skilled UM clinical staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment alongside Manager, Utilization Management Conduct regular performance evaluations, offering feedback, coaching, and professional development opportunities. Monitor and evaluate the performance of the UM team, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in all UM activities.

Utilization Review:

Conduct and oversee clinical reviews of medical records to determine the medical necessity and appropriateness of healthcare services. Ensure timely and accurate review of prior authorizations, concurrent reviews, and retrospective reviews. Collaborate with healthcare providers to facilitate appropriate utilization of healthcare resources.

Compliance and Regulation:

Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations related to utilization management. Stay current with changes in healthcare regulations and standards affecting UM practices.

Collaboration and Communication:

Work closely with other departments, including Transitions, Case Management, and Care Teams, to ensure coordinated and integrated care. Serve as a clinical resource and advisor to the UM team and other departments. Other duties as assigned. What are we looking for? An ideal candidate will satisfy the following; At least 2 years experience providing Utilization Management services to a Medicare and/or Medicaid line of business Excellent verbal and written communication skills A current, clinical, unrestricted license to practice medicine in the United States. (NCQA Standard) Prior clinical leadership or supervision experience is preferred. Graduate of an accredited medical school. M.D. or D.O. Degree is required. (NCQA Standard) 3-5 years of clinical practice in a primary care setting Deep understanding of managed care, risk arrangements, capitation, peer review, performance profiling, outcome management, care coordination, and pharmacy management Strong record of continuing education activities (relevant to practice area and needed to maintain licensure) Demonstrated understanding of culturally responsive care Proven organizational and detail-orientation skills Ability to collaborate effectively with a staff, providers, and a diverse group of leaders. US work authorization Someone who embodies being Oaky What does being "Oaky" look like? Radiating positive energy Assuming good intentions Creating an unmatched patient experience Driving clinical excellence Taking ownership and delivering results Being relentlessly determined Why Oak Street Health? Oak Street Health is on a mission to "Rebuild healthcare as it should be'', providing personalized primary care for older adults on Medicare, with the goal of keeping patients healthy and living life to the fullest. Our innovative care model is centered right in our patient's communities, and focused on the quality of care over volume of services. We're an organization on the move! With over 150 locations and an ambitious growth trajectory, Oak Street Health is attracting and cultivating team members who embody "Oaky" values and passion for our mission.

Oak Street Health Benefits:

Mission-focused career impacting change and measurably improving health outcomes for medicare patients Paid vacation, sick time, and investment/retirement 401K match options Health insurance, vision, and dental benefits Opportunities for leadership development and continuing education stipends New centers and flexible work environments Opportunities for high levels of responsibility and rapid advancement Oak Street Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and encourage all interested readers to apply. Pay Range The typical pay range for this role is: $174,070.00 - $374,920.00 This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above. This position also includes an award target in the company's equity award program. Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong. Great benefits for great people We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families. This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility. Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments. We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 05/11/2027 Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws. Our Work Experience is the combination of everything that's unique about us: our culture, our core values, our company meetings, our commitment to sustainability, our recognition programs, but most importantly, it's our people. Our employees are self-disciplined, hard working, curious, trustworthy, humble, and truthful. They make choices according to what is best for the team, they live for opportunities to collaborate and make a difference, and they make us the #1 Top Workplace in the area.