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Psychiatry Medical Director, Washington, DC
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician
Specialty
Psychiatric-Mental Health
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Permanent/Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
Washington, Washington DC, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
1/27/19
To be located in Washington, DC the position will support Psychiatric Institute of Washington (PIW) to better serve the community’s behavioral health needs.
The Medical Director Physician position is a fulltime employed position with Monday – Friday schedule. Patient care caseload will be seeing patients in the inpatient program. Duties include administration, admissions, discharge, management, development and clinical work. A very competitive compensation package of salary and benefits with bonus opportunity will be offered. The ideal candidate will be BE/BC with Medical Director level experience and must have 5 plus years of experience in an Inpatient behavioral health facility. All patient care is provided in a multidisciplinary treatment setting the team comprised of psychiatrists, counselors, professional nurses, social workers and other therapists. There is minimal required call.
QUALIFICATIONS:
The qualifications for the position are the minimum requirements needed to be successful in the position. The level of experience and expertise for the job is determined by the current amount of expertise in the unit/department. If training or experience is not required but would be desirable, it is listed as preferred however; persons without preferred background will be considered in the hiring process.
Education, Training & Experience (includes licenses or certifications).
1. MD/DO degree from an accredited program required
2. Board certified in Psychiatry required
3. Licensed to practice in Washington, DC or ability to obtain
4. Minimum of five years of practice experience
5. Management experience preferred
6. Meets all credentialing criteria required by participating physicians
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities.
1. Ability to set a strategic vision with measurable outcomes that promote Psychiatric Department development and success.
2. Ability to build a collaborative and supportive culture for medical program
3. Strong management and proven leadership skills required
4. Ability to organize and facilitate meetings and outcomes.
5. Willingly accepts direction in achievement of organization’s objectives.
6. Organizational skills, including working collaboratively with others.
7. Understanding of and commitment to stewardship in both medical management and business reality.
8. Strong business acumen relating to Psychiatric operations, finance and decision making.
The Medical Director position is a highly visible and active role. Some of the duties include:
• Supervision of other Physicians and clinical staff
• Program development
• Medical Staff and Executive Team committee and meeting participation
• Quality improvement initiatives, risk management and service utilization management
A highly competitive compensation package will be offered consisting of:
• Fulltime salary
• Bonus structure
• Malpractice insurance coverage
• Paid Time Off
• Matching 401k
• CME package
• Health insurance package
• Relocation package if needed
• Sign-on bonus
• Employee stock purchase plan
Interested individuals should apply through this ad or directly to the In-House Physician Recruitment Department of Universal Health Services, Inc.
Psychiatric Institute of Washington is owned and operated by a subsidiary of Universal Health Services (UHS), one of the nation's leading hospital management companies.
PIW is a private behavioral health hospital that has served the needs of the Washington, DE and the Northern VA area for over 50 years. The facility has a long standing commitment to meeting the community’s needs by providing the best and most compassionate patient centered care. Providing the full continuum of care, PIW offers acute inpatient and partial hospital services for children, adolescents and adults with psychiatric and Substance use treatment issues. Programs at PIW are provided in highly structured multidisciplinary treatment settings staffed by trained clinical and administrative support staff. PIW supports recovery through its commitment to the provision of a supportive environment and an ongoing plan for long-term sobriety and improved mental health. We are dedicated to educating the public on the value of identifying and treating behavioral illnesses, addictions and their impact on people’s lives.
Psychiatric Institute of Washington is owned and operated by a subsidiary of Universal Health Services (UHS), one of the nation's leading hospital management companies. The hospital’s website is accessible at [Register to View] or [Register to View]
OUR FOCUS IS SIMPLE: WE WORK TO HELP OUR PATIENTS GET BETTER SO THEY CAN LIVE BETTER LIVES. ARE YOU READY TO TAKE A STEP AND JOIN US AS WE CONTINUE TO GROW OUR SERVICES?
Find out how you fit at PIW. Contact Me For Additional Details!
The Medical Director Physician position is a fulltime employed position with Monday – Friday schedule. Patient care caseload will be seeing patients in the inpatient program. Duties include administration, admissions, discharge, management, development and clinical work. A very competitive compensation package of salary and benefits with bonus opportunity will be offered. The ideal candidate will be BE/BC with Medical Director level experience and must have 5 plus years of experience in an Inpatient behavioral health facility. All patient care is provided in a multidisciplinary treatment setting the team comprised of psychiatrists, counselors, professional nurses, social workers and other therapists. There is minimal required call.
QUALIFICATIONS:
The qualifications for the position are the minimum requirements needed to be successful in the position. The level of experience and expertise for the job is determined by the current amount of expertise in the unit/department. If training or experience is not required but would be desirable, it is listed as preferred however; persons without preferred background will be considered in the hiring process.
Education, Training & Experience (includes licenses or certifications).
1. MD/DO degree from an accredited program required
2. Board certified in Psychiatry required
3. Licensed to practice in Washington, DC or ability to obtain
4. Minimum of five years of practice experience
5. Management experience preferred
6. Meets all credentialing criteria required by participating physicians
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities.
1. Ability to set a strategic vision with measurable outcomes that promote Psychiatric Department development and success.
2. Ability to build a collaborative and supportive culture for medical program
3. Strong management and proven leadership skills required
4. Ability to organize and facilitate meetings and outcomes.
5. Willingly accepts direction in achievement of organization’s objectives.
6. Organizational skills, including working collaboratively with others.
7. Understanding of and commitment to stewardship in both medical management and business reality.
8. Strong business acumen relating to Psychiatric operations, finance and decision making.
The Medical Director position is a highly visible and active role. Some of the duties include:
• Supervision of other Physicians and clinical staff
• Program development
• Medical Staff and Executive Team committee and meeting participation
• Quality improvement initiatives, risk management and service utilization management
A highly competitive compensation package will be offered consisting of:
• Fulltime salary
• Bonus structure
• Malpractice insurance coverage
• Paid Time Off
• Matching 401k
• CME package
• Health insurance package
• Relocation package if needed
• Sign-on bonus
• Employee stock purchase plan
Interested individuals should apply through this ad or directly to the In-House Physician Recruitment Department of Universal Health Services, Inc.
Psychiatric Institute of Washington is owned and operated by a subsidiary of Universal Health Services (UHS), one of the nation's leading hospital management companies.
PIW is a private behavioral health hospital that has served the needs of the Washington, DE and the Northern VA area for over 50 years. The facility has a long standing commitment to meeting the community’s needs by providing the best and most compassionate patient centered care. Providing the full continuum of care, PIW offers acute inpatient and partial hospital services for children, adolescents and adults with psychiatric and Substance use treatment issues. Programs at PIW are provided in highly structured multidisciplinary treatment settings staffed by trained clinical and administrative support staff. PIW supports recovery through its commitment to the provision of a supportive environment and an ongoing plan for long-term sobriety and improved mental health. We are dedicated to educating the public on the value of identifying and treating behavioral illnesses, addictions and their impact on people’s lives.
Psychiatric Institute of Washington is owned and operated by a subsidiary of Universal Health Services (UHS), one of the nation's leading hospital management companies. The hospital’s website is accessible at [Register to View] or [Register to View]
OUR FOCUS IS SIMPLE: WE WORK TO HELP OUR PATIENTS GET BETTER SO THEY CAN LIVE BETTER LIVES. ARE YOU READY TO TAKE A STEP AND JOIN US AS WE CONTINUE TO GROW OUR SERVICES?
Find out how you fit at PIW. Contact Me For Additional Details!