Executive Director, Clinical Institute of Behavioral Health

Position Overview Cedars‑Sinai Medical Center seeks a nationally recognized physician leader to serve as Executive Director of the Clinical Institute of Behavioral Health. This enterprise‑level role is responsible for defining and executing the strategic vision, clinical excellence, academic advancement, operational performance, and growth of behavioral health services across the Cedars‑Sinai Health System. Reporting Structure Executive Vice President for Medicine and Health Sciences / Dean (academic & research) Executive Vice President for Clinical Affairs / Chief Medical Officer (clinical quality) Executive Vice President, Hospital Operations / Chief Operating Officer (hospital operations) Executive Vice President, Medical Network (ambulatory operations) Key Responsibilities Enterprise Leadership – Provide executive oversight for all clinical, academic, and operational aspects of the behavioral health service line, lead transformation into a unified, system‑wide behavioral health enterprise, serve as primary liaison to executive leadership, medical staff, and external stakeholders, drive policy development, system‑wide care models, and large‑scale performance improvement initiatives. Strategic Growth & Program Development – Define and implement a multi‑year strategic roadmap for behavioral health services, expand a regional and nationally recognized behavioral health network, standardize care pathways and operating models across the system, lead growth through partnerships, affiliations, joint ventures, and digital health innovation. Clinical Quality & Workforce – Maintain accountability for clinical quality, safety, and patient experience; oversee medical staff governance, credentialing, and performance; lead recruitment, development, and retention of top‑tier behavioral health clinicians; establish clear performance metrics and accountability frameworks. Academic & Education Leadership – Provide strategic oversight for residency, fellowship, and interprofessional training programs; partner with Cedars‑Sinai Health Sciences University to expand workforce pipelines; ensure national distinction and accreditation excellence in training programs. Research Enterprise – Set strategic direction for a robust behavioral health research portfolio, expand funding through federal, industry, and philanthropic sources, promote interdisciplinary and translational research aligned with institutional priorities. Financial & Operational Management – Maintain full accountability for financial performance and long‑term sustainability; optimize resource allocation, workforce models, and operational efficiency; lead capital planning, infrastructure strategy, and philanthropic initiatives; drive integration across inpatient, ambulatory, and virtual care platforms. Qualifications MD (or equivalent) from an accredited institution Board Certification in Psychiatry Eligible for unrestricted California medical license Demonstrated success building and leading a system‑wide behavioral health enterprise Proven experience in strategic planning, financial management, and operational leadership Record of academic, clinical, and administrative excellence Strong leadership competencies, including team development, stakeholder engagement, and change management Experience with quality improvement, performance metrics, and large‑scale healthcare systems Compensation Total Compensation Range: $775,000 – $960,000 Application Process Candidates should submit a CV and cover letter outlining leadership experience, strategic vision, and alignment with Cedars‑Sinai’s mission. #J-18808-Ljbffr