Medical Director - Psychiatrist
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Job description
Medical Director – Psychiatrist
Location: Fort Wayne, Indiana
Setting: Acute Inpatient Psychiatry
A leading hospital in Fort Wayne is seeking a Board-Certified Psychiatrist to serve as Facility Medical Director. This role combines direct patient care with program leadership, offering an excellent balance of clinical practice and administrative responsibilities.
Position Highlights
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Monday–Friday schedule, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. (flexible)
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Adult and geriatric psychiatric caseload, 12–16 patients/day
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Primarily inpatient psychiatry with occasional PHP/IOP coverage and tele-psychiatry consults
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Facility Medical Director responsibilities include collaboration with hospital administration, quality oversight, and aligning clinical care with hospital goals
Compensation & Benefits
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Highly competitive base salary plus additional compensation for Medical Director role
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Productivity bonus potential
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Paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage
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Access to clinician wellness and referral programs
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Robust clinical support infrastructure, including MIPS, billing/coding education, and experienced educators
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Extensive back-office and local management support
Additional Opportunities
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After-hours call coverage (voluntary/rotation)
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Weekend coverage (voluntary/rotation)
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Nurse Practitioner supervision (if applicable)
Qualifications
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MD or DO, Board-Certified in Psychiatry
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Eligible for Indiana medical license
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Leadership interest/experience preferred