$350,000 Psychiatrist Medical Director - Inpatient Behavioral Health | St. Louis, MO

Job DescriptionPsychiatrist Medical Director – Inpatient Behavioral Health | St. Louis, MO | $350K+Job TitleScroll down the page to see all associated job requirements, and any responsibilities successful candidates can expect.$350K+ Psychiatrist Medical Director | Inpatient Behavioral Health | St. Louis, MOJob DescriptionA confidential inpatient behavioral health program in the St. Louis, MO area is seeking a full-time Psychiatrist Medical Director to lead adult psychiatric care in a mental health and substance abuse setting.This is a strong fit for a psychiatrist who wants a leadership seat while staying clinically involved. Current census is around 12 patients and is expected to grow over the next 2 months, giving the incoming Medical Director the opportunity to step in early, establish structure, and help shape psychiatric care as the program ramps.The ideal physician will bring strong inpatient psychiatry experience, comfort treating adult psychiatric and substance use populations, and the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams with confidence and consistency.ResponsibilitiesProvide psychiatric leadership for an adult inpatient behavioral health programEvaluate and treat patients with mental health and substance use conditionsLead medication management, treatment planning, and acute stabilizationCollaborate with nursing, therapy, case management, utilization review, and facility leadershipSupport quality of care, documentation standards, patient safety, and clinical consistencyProvide guidance to clinical teams as census growsBalance clinical care with Medical Director-level oversightQualificationsMD or DO psychiatristBoard Certified or Board Eligible in PsychiatryMissouri license preferred, or ability to obtainInpatient psychiatry experience strongly preferredMedical Director, Associate Medical Director, CMO, or senior attending leadership experience preferredComfortable with adult mental health and substance abuse populationsStrong communication and team leadership skillsAble to work onsite in the St. Louis, MO areaScheduleFull-time onsite role.Final schedule, call, and weekend expectations will be discussed during the interview process. xhyhwjd CompensationCompensation expected at $350K+, depending on experience, leadership background, and final scope.