Associate Medical Director of Psychiatry | Manhattan, NY (BB)
Updated 11/11/26
10016, New York, New York, 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
Experience Level
3 years
Job description
Job description
Associate Medical Director of Psychiatry – Behavioral Health Leadership
Location: New York
Specialty: Psychiatry
Position Type: Full-Time or Part-Time
Position Overview
An established community healthcare organization dedicated to serving individuals experiencing homelessness and underserved populations is seeking a Board-Certified Psychiatrist for an Associate Medical Director position. This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced psychiatric leader to combine clinical practice with strategic, administrative, and operational oversight while helping shape and expand integrated behavioral health services.
Working closely with the Chief Medical Officer and executive leadership, the Associate Medical Director will oversee behavioral health programs, establish clinical standards, mentor providers, strengthen quality improvement initiatives, and support organizational growth. The position includes direct patient care, clinical supervision, and collaboration with Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners.
This role is ideal for a psychiatrist with at least three years of clinical leadership experience who is passionate about community-based healthcare, integrated behavioral health, and improving access to care for vulnerable populations.
Job Responsibilities
Establish and implement behavioral health clinical standards, policies, and practices in collaboration with the Chief Medical Officer.
Provide strategic and operational leadership for behavioral health services across organizational locations.
Participate in senior leadership meetings, organizational planning, and strategic decision-making.
Align behavioral health programs with organizational objectives, regulatory requirements, and the organization's mission.
Establish clinical priorities and support service expansion and continuous improvement.
Provide final clinical determinations on behavioral health matters and disputes when necessary.
Regulatory Compliance and Quality Improvement
Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, quality improvement requirements, and risk management policies.
Establish and monitor behavioral health quality indicators and provider performance goals.
Promote patient safety, employee safety, cost-effective care, and continuous clinical improvement.
Lead and support initiatives involving Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH), Meaningful Use, and Health Home integration.
Serve as staff liaison to the Board's Continuing Quality Improvement Committee.
Oversee clinical documentation, reporting, and performance monitoring processes.
Clinical Operations and Provider Supervision
Dedicate up to 40% of professional time to direct patient care, provider mentoring, clinical oversight, and patient follow-up interventions.
Provide clinical supervision, guidance, and support to behavioral health providers.
Serve as a collaborating physician for Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners when required.
Support provider recruitment, onboarding, professional development, performance evaluations, and retention.
Collaborate with Human Resources and organizational leadership on staffing and workforce planning.
Facilitate clinical consultations and interdisciplinary discussions involving complex behavioral health cases.
Improve provider productivity, operational efficiency, and resource utilization.
Integrated Care and Service Coordination
Promote integration of behavioral health, primary care, and oral health services.
Collaborate with Health Services and Residential Services leadership to strengthen care coordination and continuity.
Support behavioral health education and clinical training programs for residential staff.
Develop and review health-related educational curricula and clinical resources.
Ensure services remain accessible and responsive to underserved populations.
Financial Management and Program Development
Participate in healthcare service planning, budgeting, and long-term strategic development.
Collaborate with executive leadership on financial planning and program sustainability.
Identify opportunities to expand existing services and develop new behavioral health initiatives.
Support funding retention, program expansion, and additional funding opportunities.
Partner with executive leadership on clinician recruitment, compensation planning, and retention strategies.
Community Partnerships and External Relations
Develop and maintain partnerships with hospitals, managed care organizations, educational institutions, and community-based social service providers.
Represent the organization in clinical, professional, and community partnerships.
Strengthen relationships that improve access to psychiatric services for individuals experiencing homelessness.
Collaborate with external healthcare organizations to improve service delivery and patient outcomes.
Technology and Clinical Information Management
Oversee effective use of Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems for behavioral health services.
Ensure clinical systems accurately capture operational, clinical, and financial information.
Support accurate documentation, data reporting, and performance monitoring.
Promote healthcare technology that improves clinical coordination, operational efficiency, and quality outcomes.
Qualifications
Board Certification in Psychiatry.
Minimum of three years of clinical leadership experience.
Demonstrated experience in healthcare administration, clinical operations, or ambulatory care management.
Strong understanding of medical staff structures, credentialing, privileging, quality improvement, and provider performance management.
Experience with EMR systems and clinical documentation processes.
Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and strategic planning skills.
Ability to supervise, mentor, and support multidisciplinary behavioral health teams.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with executive leadership and healthcare professionals.
Commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care for underserved and vulnerable populations.
Preferred Qualifications
Fellowship training in Public Psychiatry, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, or Substance Use Psychiatry.
Previous experience in a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) or community health setting.
Experience with eClinicalWorks (eCW) EMR.
Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.
Experience integrating behavioral health with primary care and other healthcare programs.
Familiarity with PCMH, Meaningful Use, and Health Home initiatives.
Experience supporting behavioral health programs serving individuals experiencing homelessness.
Compensation and Benefits
Comprehensive employee benefits package.
Loan forgiveness opportunities.
Full-time or part-time scheduling flexibility.
Potential hybrid work arrangements.
Monday through Friday schedule, with some evening availability as needed.
Opportunity to contribute to meaningful community healthcare initiatives and organizational leadership.
About the Organization
Care for the Homeless is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of individuals experiencing homelessness through accessible, integrated, and patient-centered healthcare services.
The organization provides comprehensive healthcare and collaborates with healthcare providers, residential programs, and community partners to address the complex medical and behavioral health needs of underserved populations.
Its mission focuses on advancing health equity, improving access to quality care, and helping individuals and families achieve better health outcomes.
Skills
A genuine commitment to community-based healthcare, integrated behavioral health services, and improving access to care for vulnerable populations is essential.
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