Psychiatrist - Medical Director

seeking an experienced and qualified Part-Time Medical Director to provide clinical leadership and medical oversight at a behavioral health facility in Waelder, Texas.

The Medical Director will be responsible for overseeing clinical operations, ensuring high standards of patient care, supporting the medical team, and maintaining compliance with applicable healthcare regulations and clinical guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide medical leadership and clinical oversight for facility operations.

• Supervise and support physicians, psychiatrists, and other clinical staff.

• Establish and maintain clinical policies, procedures, and treatment protocols.

• Ensure quality, safety, and consistency in patient care.

• Oversee psychiatric evaluations, treatment planning, and medication management practices.

• Support multidisciplinary collaboration among physicians, nursing staff, and behavioral health professionals.

• Monitor clinical performance and participate in quality improvement initiatives.

• Ensure compliance with state and federal healthcare regulations.

• Participate in clinical meetings, case reviews, and administrative discussions as required.

• Provide guidance on complex patient cases and clinical decision-making.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.

• Active and unrestricted Texas medical license.

• Board certification in Psychiatry.

• Previous experience in a Medical Director, clinical leadership, or supervisory role preferred.

• Experience in inpatient psychiatric or behavioral health settings strongly preferred.

• Strong understanding of psychiatric treatment protocols, clinical documentation, and regulatory requirements.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Experienced psychiatrist with a background in inpatient behavioral health.

• Comfortable providing clinical oversight and leadership on a part-time basis.

• Strong knowledge of psychiatric treatment, medication management, and patient safety.

• Ability to guide clinical teams and support operational excellence.