UnitedHealth Group - Overland Park, KS
posted about 2 months ago
Full-time - Senior
Remote - Overland Park, KS
1,001-5,000 employees
Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
About the position
The Dental Director at UnitedHealthcare is responsible for overseeing clinical management and review activities to enhance the quality and efficiency of oral healthcare. This role involves collaborating with dental professionals, implementing clinical initiatives, and driving continuous quality improvement within the dental provider network. The position allows for remote work flexibility for residents of Kansas, focusing on creating a more responsive and equitable healthcare system.
Responsibilities
- Develops and maintains a collegial relationship with contracted and affiliate dentists to support the business efforts of the organization.
- Maintains an active liaison with Dental Consultants, reviews dental and medical/dental cases, and oversees representation at State-level Fair Hearings as requested.
- Works with Quality Director to implement state-specific clinical initiatives and ensures alignment with business models.
- Drives improvement of quality indicators by identifying, directing, and executing continuous quality improvement activities or processes.
- Participates in Committees as needed.
- Collaborates with Business Operations and Provider Relations staff.
- Partners with the Clinical Affordability team to support innovative approaches to healthcare efficiency.
- Develops and cascades clinical outcome/improvement messaging to cross-functional teams.
- Assists in driving aligned performance in the dental provider network through meaningful relationships and best practices.
- Identifies and develops current/new best practices in support of continuous financial and quality improvement.
Requirements
- Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD)
- Current and unrestricted Kansas Dental License
- 5+ years of clinical experience
- Post-graduate experience in direct patient care
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Current resident of Kansas
Nice-to-haves
- 3+ years of managed care experience
Benefits
- Flexible remote work options for Kansas residents
- Opportunities for professional development
- Recognition for performance in a challenging environment
