Medical Director - Psychiatry
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Job description
We are seeking a Medical Director - Psychiatry to lead our behavioral health program in Wesley Chapel, Florida. This full-time leadership opportunity combines clinical excellence with administrative oversight, offering the chance to make a meaningful impact within a growing behavioral health hospital.
The Medical Director will provide clinical leadership while delivering high-quality inpatient psychiatric care, collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure exceptional patient outcomes. The role includes oversight of psychiatric services, support for quality initiatives, and partnership with hospital leadership to promote excellence in patient care.
This position is based at a 123-bed behavioral health hospital serving patients across the lifespan, including adolescents, adults, and geriatric populations. The facility provides comprehensive behavioral health services, including inpatient psychiatry, residential treatment, and substance use disorder programs.
Job Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and assessments.
Provide medication management and ongoing psychiatric care.
Develop and oversee individualized treatment plans.
Collaborate with therapists, nursing staff, social workers, advanced practice providers, and multidisciplinary treatment teams.
Participate in treatment team meetings and support coordinated patient care.
Mentor and support clinical staff while promoting evidence-based psychiatric practices.
Partner with hospital leadership on quality improvement initiatives, regulatory compliance, and clinical program development.
Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation in accordance with organizational and regulatory standards.
Foster a culture of collaboration, patient safety, and high-quality behavioral healthcare.
Qualifications
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry
Active Florida medical license
Current DEA registration
Previous leadership, supervisory, or Medical Director experience preferred
Strong commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered behavioral healthcare
Excellent communication, leadership, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills