Behavioral Health Medical Director at Centene

This leadership role is designed for a Board-Certified Psychiatrist (MD or DO) with at least five years of post-residency experience. The ideal candidate wants to transition from direct patient encounters to a high-level administrative and strategic role. You must hold an active, unrestricted Louisiana medical license and have a strong interest in utilization management and quality improvement within government-sponsored healthcare. This is a fully remote position offering a significant salary range and a robust benefits package, including stock purchase plans and tuition reimbursement. As a Medical Director, you will have a seat at the table for regional healthcare policy, influencing how care is delivered to Medicaid and Medicare members across the state while collaborating with diverse clinical teams. **You might be a good fit if you:** * Are a Board-Certified Psychiatrist with a current Louisiana state license. * Have 5+ years of clinical experience and a desire to lead clinical quality initiatives. * Enjoy "big picture" work like utilization review, peer-to-peer consultations, and network development. * Are comfortable working in a fully remote environment while staying connected to state-specific healthcare needs.