Inpatient Psychiatrist and Medical Director Meridian

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Inpatient Psychiatrist and Medical Director (Meridian)

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Description

Inpatient Medical Director Psychiatrist

Location: Biloxi, Mississippi

Position Type: Full-Time

Setting: Inpatient Behavioral Health Hospital (55 Beds) with PHP/IOP Services

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Medical Director Psychiatrist to provide clinical and administrative leadership for a 55-bed inpatient behavioral health hospital serving adult, geriatric, and adolescent populations, as well as affiliated Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) services.

The Medical Director will serve as the physician leader of the facility, overseeing psychiatric services, ensuring quality patient care, supervising advanced practice providers, and maintaining compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards. The position combines leadership responsibilities with direct patient care.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Leadership

• Provide medical and psychiatric leadership for all inpatient and outpatient behavioral health programs.
• Establish and maintain standards of psychiatric care consistent with evidence-based practices.
• Collaborate with executive leadership, nursing, and clinical teams to develop and implement treatment initiatives and quality improvement programs.
• Participate in medical staff meetings, performance improvement activities, and strategic planning efforts.
• Serve as a resource for clinical consultation and complex case review.

Direct Patient Care

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations, assessments, and medication management.
• Provide ongoing treatment and care for adult, geriatric, and adolescent patients.
• Lead multidisciplinary treatment planning and discharge planning activities.
• Maintain appropriate documentation and compliance with hospital policies and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in call coverage as assigned.

Supervision & Physician Extender Oversight

• Provide clinical supervision and collaboration for Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants.
• Review and sign charts as required by state regulations and organizational policies.
• Mentor advanced practice providers and promote best clinical practices.
• Ensure adherence to treatment protocols, quality standards, and clinical outcomes measures.

Quality & Compliance

• Oversee medical staff compliance with Joint Commission, CMS, state, and federal regulations.
• Assist with risk management, utilization review, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Support accreditation surveys, audits, and quality assurance activities.
• Monitor key clinical and operational performance indicators.

Program Development

• Assist in the development and expansion of inpatient, PHP, and IOP services.
• Partner with hospital administration and referral sources to enhance program effectiveness and community relationships.
• Participate in physician recruitment, credentialing, and medical staff development activities.

Qualifications

Education

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited institution.

Training & Certification

• Completion of an accredited Psychiatry Residency Program.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry.
• Active Mississippi medical license or ability to obtain licensure.
• DEA registration required.

Experience

• Minimum 1 year of psychiatric clinical experience preferred.
• Previous leadership, Medical Director, or supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience treating adolescent, adult, and geriatric behavioral health populations strongly preferred.
• Experience supervising Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners and/or Physician Assistants.
• Familiarity with inpatient behavioral health operations, PHP, and/or IOP programs preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Excellent clinical judgment and diagnostic expertise.
• Knowledge of psychiatric accreditation and regulatory standards.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and patient-centered care.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Productivity incentives
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid malpractice insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Relocation assistance available

About the Facility

Our 55-bed behavioral health hospital provides comprehensive psychiatric services to adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients in a safe, therapeutic environment. Services include inpatient psychiatric treatment, Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP), Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), and multidisciplinary behavioral health care focused on improving the lives of individuals and families throughout the Mississippi Gulf Coast region.

Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Job ID: f14adde5-5927938084

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