Medical Director

Medical Director (Psychiatrist) Tulsa Center for Behavioral Health

Join a team that CARES! Here at ODMHSAS, we believe in I.C.A.R.E. – Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Our mission is to promote healthy communities and provide the highest quality care to enhance the well-being of all Oklahomans. We are seeking a Medical Director (Psychiatrist) who wants to remain hands-on with patient care while also helping guide clinical excellence within an inpatient behavioral health setting.

This opportunity is based at the Tulsa Center for Behavioral Health, where you will care for adults experiencing acute mental health crises in a structured and supportive inpatient environment. You'll have the opportunity to directly impact patient outcomes while also influencing how care is delivered across the facility.

The Tulsa Center for Behavioral Health is a Joint Commission-accredited psychiatric hospital providing evidence-based, patient-centered care to adults experiencing mental health crises, with or without co-occurring substance use disorders. In response to the increasing need for mental health services in our community, TCBH is being replaced by a new facility, the Oklahoma Psychiatric Care Center (OPCC). Situated in the OSU Academic Medical District in downtown Tulsa, this modern psychiatric hospital will feature 106 inpatient beds, an expanded residency program, and an enhanced range of behavioral health services. Construction of the OPCC is currently in progress.

What You'll Do (Clinical + Leadership Impact) In this role, you'll remain deeply engaged in patient care while guiding clinical excellence across the facility.

• Provide hands-on psychiatric care, including diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management for individuals in state custody
• Conduct comprehensive intake assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
• Manage and monitor psychotropic medications, including regular re-evaluations
• Order and interpret laboratory testing to support diagnosis and treatment decisions
• Maintain direct communication with patients, ensuring they are informed and engaged in their care
• Guide and support treatment planning and program development
• Evaluate existing programs and recommend improvements to enhance patient outcomes
• Supervise and mentor clinical staff
• Provide clinical directions to multidisciplinary teams
• Assist in developing and implementing policies, procedures, and standards of care
• Support staff through education, consultation, and in-service training
• Participate in on-call coverage related to psychiatric care and medication management

What You Bring Required Qualifications and Special Requirements:

• Licensed to practice medicine in the State of Oklahoma
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a practicing psychiatrist
• Applicants must be able to pass an OSBI background check

Benefits That Support You ODMHSAS is proud to provide a robust benefits package designed to support our employees and their dependents. Our benefits include:

• Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums
• A wide choice of health insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations
• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses or dependent care
• Employee assistance programs and health and fitness programs
• 11 paid holidays
• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year
• Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match
• Longevity Bonus for years of service
• Student Loan repayment options
• Training opportunities for CEU requirements

Life in Tulsa Area Tulsa, Oklahoma offers a unique blend of affordability, vibrant culture, and outdoor recreation. With a growing downtown, diverse dining scenes, and access to parks, trails, and the Arkansas River, Tulsa provides a high quality of life without the hustle and cost of larger metro areas!

Ready to Lead? If you are looking for a role that combines clinical depth, leadership influence, and meaningful impact, this is it. Bring your expertise where it counts most! Apply today and help shape the future of forensic mental health in Oklahoma.