Physician. Medical Director, Psychiatry UHMG-92786

Physician. Medical Director, Psychiatry UHMG

Position Type: Medical Director, Inpatient Adult/Geriatric Psychiatry Unit Location: Lake Continuing Care Campus | University Hospitals Health System | Behavioral Health Institute

The Inpatient Psychiatry Medical Director provides clinical, operational, and strategic leadership for a hospital-based inpatient behavioral health unit. This role is responsible for ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality, evidence-based, and patient-centered psychiatric care in a high-acuity environment. The Medical Director partners closely with physician leadership, nursing, hospital administration, and interdisciplinary teams to optimize clinical outcomes, patient experience, operational efficiency, staff engagement, and regulatory compliance. This position plays a critical role in advancing quality, safety, and the overall performance of inpatient behavioral health services.

Key Responsibilities

• Clinical Leadership & Oversight
• Quality, Safety & Performance Improvement
• Operational & Administrative Leadership
• Throughput, Utilization & Care Transitions
• Medical Staff Leadership & Development
• Strategic Planning & Collaboration

Qualifications

Education: Doctorate Degree Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathy with an unrestricted license (Required) Appointment with CWRU SOM at the level commensurate with experience (Required)

Work Experience: Fellowship Training in some specialties (Required)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care. (Required proficiency) Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards. (Required proficiency) Knowledge of community medical diagnostic and patient care services in area of medical expertise. (Required proficiency) Ability to supervise, advise, and train clinical professionals and/or students in area of expertise. (Required proficiency) Knowledge of relevant drugs and non-pharmaceutical patient care aids and ability to prescribe dosages and instruct patients in correct usage. (Required proficiency) Ability to develop and present educational programs and/or workshops. (Required proficiency) Knowledge of current principles, methods and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment in area of expertise. (Required proficiency) Ability to work both independently and in a team environment. (Required proficiency) Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements. (Required proficiency) Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress. (Required proficiency) Effective verbal and written communication skills. (Required proficiency) Experience using EPIC (Preferred proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications: State of Ohio and Federal DEA Certification; Medical Specialty License or Certification; Board certified or Board eligible in Specified Area of Medical Specialty. (Required)