Psychiatric - Mental Health Physician

Psychiatric Medical Director Adult Behavioral Health Washington State Full-Time Monday Friday, 8am 5pm Hybrid Salary: $283,200 $346,400 (DOE) A community-focused healthcare organization is seeking a Psychiatric Medical Director to provide strategic and operational leadership for Adult Mental Health services . This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of behavioral health programs while supporting a diverse patient population of approximately 2,000 primarily Medicaid-insured patients , including refugee and immigrant communities . The position is structured as a 90% administrative / 10% clinical leadership role , overseeing psychiatric operations, quality initiatives, and provider development while helping lead significant growth initiatives across behavioral health services. Responsibilities Leadership & Operations Provide strategic and operational leadership for adult psychiatric services. Direct day-to-day psychiatric operations and clinical program oversight. Supervise and support a team of 10 providers including psychiatrists, residents, and nurse practitioners. Conduct provider performance reviews and provide hiring and staffing input. Monitor provider onboarding, caseloads, and capacity management . Lead development of medical policies, clinical protocols, and best practices . Oversee quality assurance initiatives and participate in risk management activities . Facilitate monthly medical staff meetings and collaborate with leadership teams. Attend bi-monthly King County Medical Directors meetings . Serve as a clinical liaison to the in-house pharmacy and primary care clinic . Clinical Responsibilities (10%) Conduct psychiatric evaluations and medication management. Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications . Participate in multidisciplinary care teams to support integrated care. Strategic & Program Development Lead the organization s transition toward Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) designation . Develop and implement a Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) program . Support future expansion into Child & Adolescent behavioral health services . Guide the long-term strategy for behavioral health services . Ensure regulatory compliance and adherence to psychiatric best practices . Qualifications Required MD or DO from an accredited medical school Active Washington State medical license DEA license Minimum 5 years experience treating acute or chronic mental illness At least 2 years of leadership or management experience in a clinical setting Preferred Experience in community behavioral health Experience working with immigrant and refugee populations Familiarity with integrated care models Highly Preferred Strong clinical leadership and administrative skills Knowledge of psychiatric regulatory standards and compliance Experience supervising and mentoring psychiatric staff Experience with EHR systems (EPIC preferred) Commitment to culturally responsive, trauma-informed care