Medical Director
Company: The Jacobson Group
Location: Bakersfield
Posted on: January 5, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Must be Licensed in California Job Description:
A health plan is looking for a Medical Director to support with
utilization management reviews and approvals. More specifically,
this professional will ensure medical decisions are rendered by
qualified medical personnel and medical care meets quality
standards. The Medical Director will also lead the prior
authorization medical necessity review process and develop
utilization management, Case Management, and Disease Management
criteria and clinical protocols to ensure utilization management,
case and disease management regulatory requirements and
accreditation standards are met. This opportunity is anticipated to
be 6 months in duration and is work-from-home. Requirements: Active
and unrestricted Doctor of Medicine license in the state of
California 2 years of experience working in managed care, physician
group management or integrated healthcare system management 2 years
of experience working with utilization management care reviews and
approvals 5 years of experience practicing medicine Pay Range: The
anticipated pay for this position is $150-180 per hour. We
understand salary is an important factor in a job search, and we
encourage you to apply even if you feel that your desired
compensation may fall outside of the listed range. The final pay
for this position is determined based on several factors including
but not limited to, relevant experience, skills and certifications,
education and training, geographic location, market conditions, and
internal equity. We are committed to finding the right candidate
for this role and are open to discussing how your unique
qualifications align with our needs. Benefits: Medical insurance
Dental insurance Vision insurance 401(k) retirement savings plan
Contact: Karrie Ruch 1 (312) 884-0418 kruch@jacobsongroup.com Refer
a Colleague: Do you know someone who would be interested in this
project? Submit your referral directly by emailing the Jacobson
contact listed above or submitting them through this form . If your
referral is hired for a contract assignment and meets all other
eligibility criteria, you will receive a referral bonus! Equal
Opportunity Employer: The Jacobson Group is committed to fostering
an inclusive and equitable workplace that reflects the diverse
communities we serve. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do
not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment
because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any
other protected characteristic as defined by applicable law. We
believe that diversity of thought, background and experience
strengthens our team and drives innovation. All employment
decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business needs. If
you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application
process or participate in an interview, please contact us at
HR@jacobsononline.com or 1 (800) 466-1578 to make a request.
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