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Associate Medical Director Clinical Operations Associate Medical Director Carelon Medical Benefits Management Radiology Benefit Management/Utilization Review Virtual : This role enables associates to ...

Associate Medical Director

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$188K - $294K/yr

Associate Medical Director Clinical Operations Associate Medical Director Carelon Medical Benefits Management Radiology Benefit Management/Utilization Review Virtual : This role enables associates to ...

Associate Medical Director

Elk Grove, CA · On-site

$303K - $370K/yr

The Associate Medical Director performs in-person comprehensive assessments and coordinates with the IDT to develop a care plan for each participant. At the direction of the Medical Director, the ...

The Associate Medical Director performs in-person comprehensive assessments and coordinates with the IDT to develop a care plan for each participant. At the direction of the Medical Director, the ...

Associate Medical Director

Elk Grove, CA · On-site

$303K - $370K/yr

The Associate Medical Director performs in-person comprehensive assessments and coordinates with the IDT to develop a care plan for each participant. At the direction of the Medical Director, the ...

Associate Medical Director

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$188K - $294K/yr

Associate Medical Director Clinical Operations Associate Medical Director Carelon Medical Benefits Management Radiology Benefit Management/Utilization Review Virtual : This role enables associates to ...

Associate Medical Director

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$231K - $300K/yr

Associate Medical Director, Family Practice Compensation: $231,000 - $300,000 annually (based on experience) **Relocation Assistance available** Job Type: Full-time, Mondays to Fridays 8-5 PM or 4 ...

Description The Associate Medical Director provides both direct patient care and clinical leadership in support of ACG Health's mission and strategic priorities. This role includes a combination of ...

Job Type Full-time Description The Associate Medical Director provides both direct patient care and clinical leadership in support of ACG Health's mission and strategic priorities. This role includes ...

Dane Street is looking for an Associate Medical Director to serve the needs of one of our larger clients. Availability for conversation with client Medical Directors, assisting in auditing cases ...

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How much do associate medical director jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for associate medical director in the United States is $164,797.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $121,500.00 and $200,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Associate Medical Director vs Medical Director?

AspectAssociate Medical DirectorMedical Director
CredentialsMedical degree, medical license, often with board certificationMedical degree, medical license, often with board certification
Work EnvironmentSupports medical leadership, involved in clinical oversight, less administrative responsibilityLeads medical teams, oversees clinical operations, responsible for strategic decisions
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, healthcare organizations, pharmaceutical companiesHospitals, healthcare organizations, health systems
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for roles supporting or assisting Medical DirectorsSenior leadership role in medical management

The Associate Medical Director typically supports the Medical Director in clinical oversight and operations, with less administrative responsibility. The Medical Director holds a senior leadership position, responsible for strategic decision-making and overall medical governance within healthcare organizations.

How does an Associate Medical Director typically collaborate with cross-functional teams in a healthcare organization?

As an Associate Medical Director, you will regularly work with multidisciplinary teams that may include clinicians, researchers, regulatory specialists, and marketing professionals. Collaboration often involves contributing medical expertise to product development, ensuring clinical accuracy in communications, and supporting compliance with industry regulations. You'll frequently participate in meetings, review project materials, and provide input on clinical protocols, making strong communication and teamwork skills essential for success in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Associate Medical Director, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Associate Medical Director, you need a medical degree (MD or DO), board certification, and substantial clinical experience in your specialty. Familiarity with healthcare regulations, electronic health records (EHRs), and quality improvement systems is typically required, along with experience in leadership or administrative roles. Strong communication, decision-making, and team leadership skills distinguish top performers in this position. These competencies ensure effective oversight of clinical operations, compliance, and optimal patient outcomes in healthcare organizations.

What is an Associate Medical Director?

An Associate Medical Director is a medical professional who assists the Medical Director in overseeing clinical operations, ensuring quality standards, and implementing healthcare policies within an organization. They often serve as a liaison between clinical staff and administration, provide guidance on medical protocols, and may be involved in staff training and performance evaluations. Associate Medical Directors help coordinate care, ensure regulatory compliance, and contribute to the strategic planning of medical services. This role typically requires a medical degree and relevant leadership experience.

What Does an Associate Medical Director Do?

As an associate medical director, you develop, implement, and oversee the clinical services, policies, and procedures within a health care organization. This often involves supervising staff, researching new treatments, and coordinating with staff at all levels of the company. Associate medical directors often have training in both business management and one or more fields of medicine—this helps to provide the unique base of knowledge required for this role. Associate medical directors usually meet the management qualifications after getting medical training. Fulfilling the responsibilities and duties of an associate medical director requires leadership skills, presentation skills, and familiarity with all aspects of providing medical care.

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Infographic showing various Associate Medical Director job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 98% Full Time, and 2% Part Time. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $164,797 per year, or $79.2 per hour.
Associate Medical Director

Associate Medical Director

Elevance Health

Indianapolis, IN • On-site

$188K - $294K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 23 days ago


Elevance Health rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 333 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

164th of 261 rated insurance


Job description

Anticipated End Date:

2026-06-16

Position Title:

Associate Medical Director

Job Description:

Clinical Operations Associate Medical Director

Carelon Medical Benefits Management

Radiology Benefit Management/Utilization Review

Virtual: This role enables associates to work virtually full-time, with the exception of required in-person training sessions, providing maximum flexibility and autonomy. This approach promotes productivity, supports work-life integration, and ensures essential face-to-face onboarding and skill development.

  • Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless an accommodation is granted as required by law.

Carelon, a proud member of the Elevance Health family of companies, is a healthcare services organization that takes a whole-health approach to making care more integrated, personalized, and affordable. We put people at the center-connecting physical, behavioral, social, and pharmacy services, along with clinical expertise, research, operations, and advanced technology to help care work better, together.
Among us are specialty-care physicians, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, engineers, data scientists, and other dedicated and caring health professionals. While our roles may differ, our purpose is shared: to make a positive impact on whole health.

The Clinical Operations Associate Medical Director is responsible for supporting the medical management staff ensuring timely and consistent medical decisions to members and providers.

How you will make an impact:

  • Ensures timely completion of clinical case reviews for their board-certified specialty.

  • Makes physician to physician calls to gather medical appropriate information in order to make medical necessity determinations for services requested.

  • Makes medical necessity determinations for grievance and appeals appropriate for their specialty.

  • Ensures consistent use of medical policies when making medical necessity decisions.

  • Brings to their supervisors attention, any case review decisions that require Medical Director review or policy interpretation.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Requires MD or DO and Board certification approved by one of the following certifying boards is required, where applicable to duties being performed, American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) or American Osteopathic Association (AOA).

  • Must possess an active unrestricted medical license to practice medicine or a health profession.

For candidates working in person or virtually in the below location(s), the salary* range for this specific position is $188,051 to $294,910.

Locations:

California, Illinois

In addition to your salary, Elevance Health 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). The salary offered for this specific position is based on a number of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the Company. The Company is fully committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local pay equity laws.

* The salary range is the range Elevance Health in good faith believes is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future and actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level. Even within the range, the actual compensation will vary depending on the above factors as well as market/business considerations. No amount is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable under the terms and conditions of the applicable policies and plans. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Job Level:

Non-Management Non-Exempt

Workshift:

Job Family:

MED > Licensed Physician/Doctor/Dentist

Please be advised that Elevance Health only accepts resumes for compensation from agencies that have a signed agreement with Elevance Health. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Elevance Health.


Who We Are

Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities - and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve.


How We Work

At Elevance Health, we are creating a culture that is designed to advance our strategy but will also lead to personal and professional growth for our associates. Our values and behaviors are the root of our culture. They are how we achieve our strategy, power our business outcomes and drive our shared success - for our consumers, our associates, our communities and our business.


We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few.


Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, associates are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process.


The health of our associates and communities is a top priority for Elevance Health. We require all new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation. Elevance Health will also follow all relevant federal, state and local laws.


Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process should submit the following form: Accessibility Accommodation Request Form and a member of the team will be in contact. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.


Prospective employees required to be screened under Florida law should review the education and awareness resources at HB531 | Florida Agency for Health Care Administration.


NOTE: Workday keeps job postings active through 11:59:59 PM on the day before the listed end date. Example: If the end date is 3/13, the posting will automatically come down on 3/12 at 11:59:59 PM. In other words - the job is posted until 3/13, not through 3/13.


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Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities - and making healthcare simpler. A Fortune 20 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, we are looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve. You will thrive in a complex and collaborative environment where you take action and ownership to solve problems and lead change. Do you want to be part of a larger purpose and an evolving, high-performance culture that empowers you to make an impact?

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Indianapolis, IN, US

Year founded

2004

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