Medical Director – Clinical Strategy

The Cigna Group

Clinical Strategy Leader improving healthcare outcomes for high-risk members at Cigna Healthcare. Leading digital and AI solutions to enhance care strategies and member experiences.

Posted 7/29/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $212,600 - $354,300 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing strategies for high-risk and complex care populations, leveraging data analytics and digital solutions to drive performance improvements. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and align stakeholders in a matrixed organization.

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Active Medical License (MD/DO)Board Certification in ABMS or AOA SpecialtyClinical Practice Experience (3+ Years)Strategy Development and ImplementationDigital and AI Fluency

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Hard Skills

Clinical Program DevelopmentData AnalyticsPerformance Measurement FrameworksProcess ImprovementCase ManagementBusiness AcumenFinancial AcumenStakeholder InfluenceExecutive CommunicationCross-Functional Team Leadership

Soft Skills

CollaborationInfluencingAlignment

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Medical LicenseBoard Certification

Industry Keywords

Healthcare StrategyHigh-Risk PopulationsComplex Care NeedsPayer ServicesProvider ServicesPharmacy ServicesClinical Services

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support development and execution of Cigna Healthcare’s strategy for high-risk and members with complex care needs.
Translate clinical and business priorities into strategic roadmaps and measurable performance goals.
Lead the design of scalable clinical programs for high-risk and complex populations.
Lead development of digital and AI-enabled solutions for high-risk members.
Partner with cross-functional teams to identify priority use cases.
Use data and analytics to identify opportunities and prioritize initiatives.
Improve case management and complex care models.
Develop performance measurement frameworks.
Drive process improvement and operating model enhancements.
Align stakeholders across a matrixed organization.
Prepare executive-ready strategy documents and updates.
Lead cross-functional teams and workgroups through complex initiatives.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Active and unrestricted Medical License in State (MD/DO)
Current Board Certification in an ABMS or AOA recognized specialty
Minimum 3 years of clinical practice experience
Experience in strategy development and implementation for health care-related organizations, including payer, provider, pharmacy, and clinical services.
Experience developing clinical programs and driving successful execution from concept through implementation.
Strong business and/or consulting experience.
Solid business and financial acumen.
Experience using analytics, data, and performance insights.
Experience leading teams or cross-functional workgroups.
Process improvement experience.
Ability to influence stakeholders and establish alignment.
Strong executive communication skills.
Digital and AI fluency.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Starting on day one of your employment, you’ll be offered several health-related benefits including medical, vision, dental, and well-being and behavioral health programs.
401(k)
Company paid life insurance
Tuition reimbursement
A minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year
Paid holidays
Leaves of absence