Medical Director - Utilization Management (Full-Time or Part-Time)

Astrana is seeking a California-licensed Medical Director - Utilization (UM) to provide clinical oversight and strategic leadership through our utilization review operations to ensure members receive high-quality, medically appropriate, and cost-effective care. This is a critical, cross-functional role that bridges clinical expertise with operational execution across value-based care, capitated models, and delegated risk structures.

In this role, you'll apply evidence-based criteria to utilization decisions, mentor clinical review teams, and support compliance with all applicable regulatory and contractual obligations. We are seeking candidates with extensive outpatient UM experience.

This position is ideal for a clinically grounded physician who thrives in a data-informed, team-based environment and is passionate about transforming how care is delivered in a risk-bearing, population health-focused ecosystem.

Our Values:

• Put Patients First
• Empower Entrepreneurial Provider and Care Teams
• Operate with Integrity & Excellence
• Be Innovative
• Work As One Team