Psychiatrist – Regional Medical Director | Executive Leadership | Eating Disorder & Behavioral Health | Seattle, WA HZ
Updated 10/16/26
$232,870
– $372,570
yearly
98109, Seattle, Washington, United States
Physician
Psychiatry
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Outpatient
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Psychiatrist – Regional Medical Director to provide strategic, clinical, and physician leadership across multiple behavioral health treatment programs in the region.
This is an excellent opportunity for a physician leader who is passionate about behavioral health, multidisciplinary collaboration, clinical quality, physician development, and improving outcomes for patients with eating disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions.
The Regional Medical Director will work closely with executive leadership, site directors, psychiatrists, physicians, advanced practice providers, nursing leadership, and multidisciplinary clinical teams to ensure consistent, high-quality patient care across the region.
The position combines regional medical leadership with limited direct clinical responsibilities.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
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Regional physician leadership across multiple treatment programs
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Opportunity to influence clinical strategy and organizational growth
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Lead and mentor psychiatrists, physicians, APPs, and clinical leaders
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Drive evidence-based clinical initiatives and quality improvement
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Help improve access, patient outcomes, and continuity of care
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Collaborate directly with executive and operational leadership
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Opportunity to shape clinical standards across multiple levels of care
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Meaningful leadership role within a mission-driven behavioral healthcare organization
Job Responsibilities
Clinical Leadership:
Provide physician leadership across regional treatment locations
Establish and maintain high clinical standards across programs
Ensure delivery of evidence-based psychiatric and medical care
Promote patient safety, quality, accountability, and recovery
Serve as a clinical resource for complex cases and treatment planning
Support implementation of clinical best practices
Foster physician engagement and interdisciplinary collaboration
Provider Oversight & Development:
Mentor psychiatrists, physicians, advanced practice providers, and medical staff
Support physician recruitment, onboarding, and retention
Promote professional development and continuing education
Provide appropriate clinical guidance and support to providers
Participate in provider performance and development initiatives
Support succession planning and development of future medical leaders
Regional Medical Operations:
Oversee psychiatric and medical service delivery throughout the region
Partner with site leadership to optimize provider scheduling and patient access
Evaluate regional staffing needs and recommend solutions
Identify barriers affecting patient care and provider effectiveness
Collaborate with operational leaders to improve clinical workflows
Monitor consistency of care across programs and locations
Support operational efficiency while maintaining clinical quality
Clinical Responsibilities:
The Regional Medical Director will maintain limited direct patient care responsibilities, including:
Comprehensive psychiatric evaluations
Psychiatric and medical assessments
Diagnostic clarification
Medication management
Treatment planning
Multidisciplinary case collaboration
Clinical case consultation
Crisis intervention and risk management when needed
The physician leader will help ensure patients receive timely, individualized, evidence-based, and clinically appropriate care throughout their treatment journey.
Strategic Leadership:
Working with executive and medical leadership, the Regional Medical Director will:
Develop and implement regional clinical initiatives
Support organizational growth and expansion
Identify opportunities to improve patient outcomes
Evaluate emerging treatment models and clinical innovations
Support development of new programs and services
Align clinical excellence with organizational objectives
Strengthen physician engagement and retention
Promote consistency in clinical practices across regional locations
Quality, Compliance & Risk Management:
Responsibilities include:
Ensure compliance with applicable state and federal requirements
Support accreditation and payer requirements
Monitor quality indicators and clinical outcomes
Participate in quality improvement initiatives
Support utilization management and medical necessity reviews
Assist with audits, accreditation reviews, and regulatory inspections
Participate in patient safety and risk mitigation initiatives
Evaluate clinical policies and procedures for effectiveness and compliance
Key Stakeholder Collaboration:
The Regional Medical Director will collaborate with:
Chief Medical Officer
Executive Leadership
Regional and Site Leadership
Psychiatrists and Physicians
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners
Nursing Leadership
Behavioral Health Clinicians
Dietitians
Referral Sources
Health Systems
Insurance Partners
Community Partners
Ideal Candidate Profile:
We are seeking a physician leader who demonstrates:
Clinical Excellence:
Strong psychiatric and medical judgment
Excellent diagnostic and treatment skills
Experience treating complex behavioral health populations
Knowledge of eating disorders and co-occurring psychiatric conditions preferred
Physician Leadership:
Experience leading physicians and multidisciplinary teams
Ability to influence across multiple locations and departments
Demonstrated success improving clinical quality and operational performance
Strong coaching, mentoring, and communication skills
Strategic Mindset:
Ability to balance clinical priorities with organizational objectives
Experience implementing system-wide clinical initiatives
Data-driven approach to quality improvement
Strong change management and collaboration skills
Qualifications
MD or DO
Board Certified in Psychiatry
Active and unrestricted medical license
Current unrestricted DEA registration
BLS/CPR certification or ability to obtain
Demonstrated medical or physician leadership experience
Experience supervising physicians, nurse practitioners, APPs, or multidisciplinary healthcare teams
Proficiency with Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems
Preferred Qualifications:
Fellowship training preferred
Eating disorder treatment experience strongly preferred
Behavioral health treatment experience
Experience in residential, PHP, IOP, or outpatient settings
Multi-site or regional medical leadership experience
Experience within a growing healthcare organization
Experience with Joint Commission, CARF, or similar accreditation standards
Working Hours
Skills
- Psychiatry & Behavioral Health
- Physician Leadership
- Regional/Multi-Site Clinical Leadership
- Medical Director Experience
- Psychiatric Evaluation & Diagnosis
- Medication Management
- Eating Disorder Treatment
- Co-Occurring Mental Health Conditions
- Provider Supervision & Mentoring
- Multidisciplinary Team Leadership
- Clinical Quality Improvement
- Patient Safety & Risk Management
- Regulatory & Accreditation Compliance
- Clinical Operations
- Treatment Planning
- Crisis Intervention
- EHR/EMR Proficiency
- Strategic Planning
- Provider Recruitment & Retention
- Performance Management
- Stakeholder Collaboration
- Change Management
- Data-Driven Decision Making
Compensation & Benefits:
Base Salary: $232,870 – $372,570 annually
Compensation may vary based on experience, credentials, geographic location, and scope of leadership responsibilities.
Health & Wellness:
Medical insurance
PPO and HSA options
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Account
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Company-paid life insurance
Retirement:
401(k) plan
Employer match of 50% of employee contributions up to 6% of compensation
Eligibility begins two months following hire
Time Off & Professional Development:
Generous PTO
Paid holidays
Professional development opportunities
Location:
Seattle, Washington
This position provides leadership across regional treatment programs and requires regular interaction with multiple locations.
Candidates must reside within the region or be able to reliably support regional leadership responsibilities.
No relocation assistance is available.
Make a Meaningful Impact:
This is an opportunity for an experienced psychiatrist to move beyond traditional clinical practice and make a broader impact on behavioral healthcare delivery.
As Regional Medical Director, you will help shape clinical strategy, develop physician teams, improve quality and patient outcomes, and support the delivery of evidence-based care across multiple treatment programs.
If you are a psychiatrist with strong physician leadership experience and a passion for behavioral health, this opportunity offers the chance to make a meaningful regional impact while continuing to practice medicine.
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