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Psychiatrist - Medical Director (Behavioral Health)

K.A. Recruiting

  • N Clarendon, VT
  • 1 day ago
  • $325,000 Per Year

Highlights

This is a rare chance to shape the future of community-based medicine while enjoying the unparalleled quality of life that Vermont offers—from tight-knit communities to world-class outdoor recreation. Quality & Risk Management: Lead peer reviews, utilization reviews, and quality assurance initiatives to maintain the highest levels of care and regulatory compliance.

Numbers & Facts

LocationN Clarendon, VT
IndustryStaffing/Employment Agencies
Company Size10 to 19 employees
Year Founded2008
Websitehttp://www.ka-recruiting.com/

Description

Medical Director (Psychiatrist) – Community Behavioral Health
 
 
Location: Green Mountain Region, Vermont
Compensation: $325,000 Annual Salary
Type: Full-Time, Leadership & Direct Care
 
The Opportunity
Are you a visionary psychiatric leader looking to make a measurable impact on community health? A premier, mission-driven behavioral health network in Vermont is seeking an experienced Psychiatrist to serve as Medical Director.
In this pivotal role, you will provide strategic clinical leadership and oversight for a comprehensive system of care encompassing mental health, substance use, and integrated treatment services. This is a rare chance to shape the future of community-based medicine while enjoying the unparalleled quality of life that Vermont offers—from tight-knit communities to world-class outdoor recreation.
 
Key Responsibilities
  • Clinical Leadership: Provide expert supervision to medical staff and contracted providers, advancing evidence-based standards across all agency programs.
  • Direct Care: Deliver high-quality psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and MOUD (Medications for Opioid Use Disorder) services, maintaining a productivity standard of approximately 27 billable units/week.
  • Strategic Oversight: Develop and implement medical policies, protocols, and clinical programming to ensure excellence in patient outcomes and CCBHC compliance.
  • Consultation & Collaboration: Act as the primary psychiatric consultant for interdisciplinary teams and cultivate strong partnerships with regional healthcare stakeholders.
  • Quality & Risk Management: Lead peer reviews, utilization reviews, and quality assurance initiatives to maintain the highest levels of care and regulatory compliance.
 
Qualifications
  • Education & Boarding: M.D. or D.O. with completion of an accredited psychiatry residency; Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry.
  • Licensure: Licensed (or eligible) to practice medicine in the State of Vermont without restriction.
  • Experience: Minimum of 3 years in psychiatry, including at least 1 year in a community mental health setting.
  • Specialization: Proven experience working with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders is required.
  • Technical Savvy: Proficient with EMR systems and telehealth platforms.
  • Requirements: Must have a valid driver's license and be able to obtain affiliate medical staff membership at the local regional medical center.
 
Why Join This Network?
Our organization is guided by values of accountability, respect, and person-centered care. We provide a collaborative environment where your voice shapes the standard of care.
  • Competitive Compensation: $325,000 annual salary.
  • Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling and generous Paid Time Off (PTO).
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Dental, and Vision; 401(k) with employer match.
  • Professional Growth: Tuition reimbursement and dedicated professional development assistance.
  • Relocation Appeal: Live and work in a region known for its stunning natural beauty and outdoor lifestyle.

 

Why This Location?
Live and work where others vacation. Based in the scenic Rutland area, you are minutes from Killington Resort for world-class skiing, hiking the Long Trail, and lakeside living. Enjoy a historic downtown, a high quality of life, and a direct Amtrak link to NYC.


About Company

Overview

K.A. Recruiting is a Healthcare Recruiting company that was established in order to serve the growing need for allied healthcare professionals, doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, physician assistants and physical therapists. We help to find top notch candidates for hospitals, reference labs, long-term care facilities, home health agencies, rehabilitation centers, non profit organizations, etc. CHECK OUT OUR CURRENT JOB OPPORTUNITIES: JOBS.KA-RECRUITING.COM Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/KA-Recruiting-Inc/210685185178

Website
http://www.ka-recruiting.com
Industry
Staffing and Recruiting

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