Psychiatrist Medical Director

Company: Physician Services
Location: Philadelphia
Posted on: October 24, 2024

Job Description:

Psychiatric Medical Director
Philadelphia, PA
We are currently looking for a Psychiatric Medical Director to work in our community mental health program. The ideal candidate for this role will be grounded in trauma informed modalities, enthusiastic, pragmatic, innovative, and serve in a collaborative physician s capacity providing direct psychiatric care, while also dedicating approximately 50% of their time overseeing our behavioral health medical services and ensuring the appropriate and most cost-effective medical care is received.

The organization s mission is to provide health and human services that empower individuals, families, and communities to live healthier, self-determined lives. We provide a full array of recovery-oriented and quality-focused services. Our services are diverse, from outpatient treatment to day support and residential programs, to workshops, to bring support to persons where they are and in ways that support their individual recovery.
Job Description

The Psychiatric Medical Director is responsible for the delivery of high-quality medical care across the agency s programs, ensuring that patients and consumers receive the highest standard of medical care while maintaining collaboration with other agencies and regulators as needed to ensure continuity of care. The role incorporates both administrative (50%) and clinical (50%) responsibilities. On the administrative side, the Psychiatric Medical Director will oversee the work of all Psychiatrists, CRNPs, Nurses and other medical staff; including but not limited to care delivery, recruiting, training, policies and protocols. Additionally, the Psychiatric Medical Director will be supported by an Associate Medical Director and Nursing Director to assist in the administrative duties. On the clinical side, the Psychiatric Medical Director is expected to maintain a critical mass of patients under direct care. Reporting to the agency CEO, the Psychiatric Medical Director is a member of the Senior Leadership Team which is entrusted with overall strategic thinking, operational executional and sound financial practices.

Competitive Benefits Package includes but not limited to:

• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance with plan options to fit your needs
• Life and Long Term Disability Insurance
• 403B Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off (Holiday, sick, PTO, vacation)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Additional supplemental voluntary insurance options including Disability, Accident and Pet Insurance
• Full malpractice insurance is covered
• 1 week of paid medical continuing education
• $2,000 continuing education reimbursement
• Free APA American Psychiatric Association's MembershipRequirements for Consideration:
  • Medical degree. MD/DO required
  • Master of Health Administration (MHA) or Master of Business Administration (MBA) advantageous.
  • Board Certified Psychiatry
  • 10+ years clinical experience
  • 4+ years experience in a management role
  • Familiarity with Clozaril and REMs reports
  • Psychiatric experience required
  • Clinical risk management experience
  • Valid medical license in Pennsylvania required
  • Demonstrated understanding of and competence in serving culturally diverse populations
  • Knowledge regarding psychiatric rehab and understanding of recovery model
  • Work with the Serious Mental Illness (SMI) population
  • Commitment to advocate values and mission
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills
  • Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
    
    Debbie Aber
    Physician Services
    
    
    

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