Psychiatric Medical Director
Updated 9/24/25
$155.00
– $155.00
hourly
Elgin, Illinois, United States
Physician
Medical Director
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Locums/Travel
Work Environment
Long-Term Care/Facility
Visa Sponsorship
No
Experience Level
3 years
Job description
Job description
Multiple Locations Available: Springfield, Park Forest, Chester, Elgin - Illinois
Contract 1 year; possibility to extend 10 years
Monday-Friday 40 hours a week
Flexible on daily hours as long as it allows for attendance to all required meetings
Seeking to hire a Medical Director with an Illinois Physical and Surgeon License with a specialty in Psychiatry. Board Certification is required to provide medical leadership and oversight of the psychiatry services provided in Springfield, Illinois. We strive to provide equitable access to social/human services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve.
Job Responsibilities
✅Lead and support clinical staff across disciplines.
✅Develop, implement, and evaluate evidence-based, patient-centered care programs.
✅Provide expert input on complex cases and individualized treatment plans.
Medical & Behavioral Health Oversight:
✅Supervise psychiatric care, medication management, and crisis interventions.
✅Ensure quality in MAT, mental health, and dual diagnosis treatment.
✅Monitor care outcomes and drive continuous improvement.
Regulatory & Quality Compliance:
✅Ensure adherence to all legal, regulatory, and accreditation standards (e.g., Joint Commission, CARF).
✅Lead internal audits and quality improvement efforts.
Collaboration & Communication:
✅Work cross-functionally with facility leadership and care teams.
✅Educate and support patients and families.
✅Coordinate care with external providers.
Staff Development:
✅Supervise, mentor, and train clinical staff.
✅Facilitate ongoing education and team development.
Administration:
✅Contribute to budget planning, strategic initiatives, and documentation standards.
✅Support growth and responsiveness to patient needs.
Crisis Management:
✅Lead response efforts during emergencies and psychiatric crises.
✅Implement and oversee safety protocols and de-escalation procedures.
Qualifications
✅Illinois medical license and ABMS certification (or equivalent) in psychiatry
✅3+ years in medical program administration (planning, directing, evaluating)
Preferred:
2+ years in each of the following:
✅Coordinating multidisciplinary health services
✅ Managing and evaluating medical care delivery
✅Supervising medical staff
✅Recommending service program changes
✅Providing technical training/support
✅Communicating with stakeholders
✅Conducting quality assurance assessments
✅ Practicing psychiatry, reporting incidents
Conditions:
✅On-call availability (after hours/weekends/holidays)
✅Travel required
✅Must hold DEA registration, Illinois Controlled Substance License, and Illinois Physician & Surgeon License
Working Hours
Skills
✅Experience in supervision, training, quality assurance, and multidisciplinary team coordination
✅Strong leadership and communication skills
By applying you agree to our Terms of Service