Statewide Director of Psychiatry
Updated 11/13/25
87113, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States
Physician
Psychiatric-Mental Health
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Corporate/Non-Clinical
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
POSITION: Director of Psychiatry
SCHEDULE: Full-time 40 Hours Per Week
FACILITY: Statewide New Mexico
LOCATION: Albuquerque, NM
SCHEDULE: Full-time 40 Hours Per Week
FACILITY: Statewide New Mexico
LOCATION: Albuquerque, NM
As the Statewide Psychiatric Director, you will oversee psychiatric and behavioral health services across all New Mexico Corrections Department facilities. Serving as a key member of the multi-disciplinary leadership team, you will ensure timely, effective, and cost-efficient care is delivered. Your responsibilities will include:
- Directing and evaluating psychiatric services, intakes, assessments, treatment, and medication monitoring statewide
- Providing leadership and supervision to Psychiatrists, Psychiatric NPs/PAs, and behavioral health staff
- Developing, implementing, and monitoring behavioral health policies, standards of care, and clinical practices in line with NCCHC and ACA standards
- Overseeing orientation, mentorship, and continuing education for behavioral health staff and students
- Ensuring appropriate utilization of psychotropic medications and monitoring treatment outcomes
- Participating in decision-making committees and collaborating with medical, nursing, and security leaders
- Conducting site visits, audits, and record reviews to ensure compliance and quality improvement
- Developing and maintaining a 24-hour behavioral health consultation system for crisis intervention
- Providing leadership in corrective action planning, CQI activities, and staff development initiatives
- Representing Wexford Health at state and national meetings related to psychiatric and correctional healthcare
Qualifications
Board Certification--American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (required)
Current New Mexico Medical license, Controlled Substance license, and DEA registration
5 years' experience in institutional or correctional healthcare (preferred)
Current CPR certification
Strong leadership, communication, and conflict-resolution skills
Ability to mentor providers, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a high-demand environment
Commitment to patient-centered psychiatric care and Wexford Health's mission of service
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