Locums to Perm – Texas Remote Associate Medical Director Family Medicine Opening

Assignment: 13-week locum with intent to transition to permanent Schedule: Fully remote during locums ? Hybrid upon permanent hire Employment Type: W2 only (No 1099, no visa sponsorship)

The Associate Medical Director will provide hands-on clinical leadership supporting utilization management, medical policy development, pharmacy coordination, fraud/waste oversight, and managed care quality initiatives.

This is a leadership-focused, managed care position — not a traditional clinical practice role.

• Review prior authorizations & appeals (medical necessity determinations)

• Conduct peer-to-peer reviews

• Oversee utilization, disease, and quality management programs

• Assist in pharmacy benefit oversight

• Support fraud, waste & abuse programs

• Participate in policy development (evidence-based guidelines)

• Analyze provider performance & conduct reviews

• Assist with regulatory representation (Texas agencies)

• Process improvement & operational oversight

• Committee participation & leadership

• Board Certified in Family Medicine (or relevant specialty)

• Active Texas Medical License (IMLC not accepted; must already hold TX license)

• Managed care & prior authorization experience required

• Clean malpractice & license history

• No lapsed board certifications

• Participation in managed care UM committee

• Strong leadership & supervisory experience

• Knowledge of Texas Medicaid regulations

• Managed care delivery model expertise

• Experience with population health & value-based care

• Pharmacy & behavioral health familiarity

• Strong executive communication skills

• Ability to apply medical expertise to business & quality outcomes

A managed care–experienced physician leader who understands utilization management, regulatory compliance, and value-based healthcare delivery — and is ready to transition into a hybrid executive leadership role. Allow RecruitWell to set up a phone call with you and the client to discuss more!

What RecruitWell Provides:

• A+ rated malpractice
• Weekly direct deposit
• 24/7 dedicated recruiter support
• Professional onboarding and credentialing
• Prepaid travel and lodging

RecruitWell’s Core Values:

• Open communication
• Sense of urgency
• Teamwork
• Accountability
• Driven to win
• Higher consciousness