Medical Director Clinical Strategy, MSK in United States at Jobgether

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Medical Director Clinical Strategy, MSK in the United States.

This is an exciting opportunity for a physician leader to shape the future of musculoskeletal care strategy within a rapidly evolving healthcare technology environment. The role combines clinical expertise, strategic innovation, and client engagement to design and enhance advanced care management programs that improve healthcare access, efficiency, and patient outcomes. Working cross-functionally with teams across product, analytics, operations, and growth, you will help develop scalable clinical solutions for health plans, providers, and healthcare organizations. You will serve as a trusted subject matter expert, supporting both program development and external client relationships while influencing key strategic decisions. This role is ideal for a collaborative and forward-thinking medical professional who enjoys driving innovation at the intersection of clinical care, technology, and healthcare operations. The position offers meaningful impact, executive visibility, and the flexibility of a fully remote work environment.

• Lead the strategic vision and evolution of musculoskeletal and digital care management programs as the primary clinical subject matter expert.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including analytics, operations, product management, growth, and clinical strategy to design innovative clinical solutions.
• Utilize market intelligence, patient analytics, and healthcare trends to identify opportunities for new clinical programs and technology-enabled care pathways.
• Support research and evaluation initiatives related to clinical offerings, healthcare partnerships, and strategic vendor opportunities.
• Participate in implementation initiatives by guiding clinical decision frameworks, rule development, and utilization management strategies.
• Provide clinical expertise for specialty pharmacy and musculoskeletal program development, optimization, and client-facing discussions.
• Partner with growth and client experience teams to strengthen client relationships, address pain points, and support business expansion opportunities.
• Serve as a physician representative during prospective client meetings, presentations, and strategic healthcare discussions.
• Support strategic planning initiatives related to utilization management, medical policy development, and care optimization programs.
• Monitor the performance and effectiveness of launched clinical programs and contribute to ongoing process improvements and innovation efforts.
• Build strong internal and external partnerships while influencing healthcare stakeholders across multiple functions and organizations.

• Board-certified MD or DO with a current unrestricted U.S. medical license.
• Completion of a U.S.-based residency program; general medical or surgical training preferred.
• Minimum 5+ years of post-residency/fellowship clinical practice experience in Orthopedic Surgery, Spine Surgery, Pain Medicine, or Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.
• 5+ years of experience in managed care, payer strategy, healthtech, healthcare consulting, or related clinical strategy environments.
• Demonstrated experience designing and implementing innovative clinical programs that improve healthcare value and outcomes.
• Strong understanding of utilization management, clinical policy development, and payer-provider healthcare operations.
• Proven ability to engage and influence healthcare clients, executive stakeholders, and cross-functional teams.
• Excellent leadership, communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to operate effectively in highly collaborative, fast-paced, and evolving healthcare environments.
• Experience supporting payer-facing healthcare solutions and strategic client engagements preferred.
• MBA or advanced healthcare-related degree is considered a plus.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate clinical insights into scalable business and operational strategies.
• Willingness to travel approximately 25% as required.

• Fully remote work environment with flexible work-life integration.
• Competitive salary range of $250,000–$300,000 annually, plus bonus eligibility.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness support resources.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options.
• Flexible paid time off policy and company holidays.
• Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Pet insurance coverage.
• Opportunity to work on innovative healthcare technology and clinical transformation initiatives.
• Collaborative, inclusive, and growth-oriented company culture focused on improving patient outcomes.