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Role Description

Hi, we're Oscar. We're hiring a Medical Director to join our Clinical Affairs team. You will build and oversee the Clinical Policy, Regulatory, and Compliance functions within the Office of Clinical Affairs. You will ensure our clinical operations meet healthcare laws and standards, develop and maintain regulatory policies, manage compliance risks, and guide policy-related submissions. You will advise senior leadership and work closely with teams across the organization to ensure clinical operations align with policy and regulatory intent. You will report into the VP, Clinical Affairs.

Work Location:

• You must reside in one of the following states: Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, D.C., Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Iowa, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York City, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Texas, or Utah.
• Note, this list of states is subject to change.

Pay Transparency:

• The base pay for this role is: $218,592 - $286,902 per year.
• You are also eligible for employee benefits, participation in Oscar's unlimited vacation program, company equity grants, and annual performance bonuses.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the Clinical Policy & Regulatory Affairs team.
• Build and manage processes that ensure clinical policy compliance and quality.
• Develop and maintain BIPs, SOPs, and other clinical policy documents aligned with QMS.
• Serve as a regulatory compliance expert and maintain strong relationships with key clinical teams.
• Deliver executive briefings on regulatory and policy impacts.
• Advise the CMO and senior leaders on compliance risks and strategy.
• Support interactions with federal and state regulators (FDA, CMS, state DOI).
• Oversee the Clinical Coding Center of Excellence and clinical credentialing.
• Promote a culture of compliance through training and education.
• Collaborate effectively with stakeholders across the organization.

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted MD or DO license.
• 10+ years of experience in healthcare or the health insurance industry.
• 5+ years of experience in clinical policy compliance or clinical regulatory/government affairs.
• 5+ years applying state and federal health insurance laws and regulations (Marketplace, MA, reporting, and audit requirements).
• 5+ years preparing and presenting reports to boards of directors.
• 5+ years of team leadership and people development experience.

Bonus Points

• JD or other legal training/certification.
• Experience with ACA or commercial health plans.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 11 paid holidays.
• Paid sick time.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401(k) plan participation.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Paid wellness time and reimbursements.

Company Description

At Oscar, being an Equal Opportunity Employer means more than upholding discrimination-free hiring practices. It means that we cultivate an environment where people can be their most authentic selves and find both belonging and support. We're on a mission to change health care -- an experience made whole by our unique backgrounds and perspectives.