Senior Medical Director; Behavioral Health Services

Senior Medical Director (Behavioral Health Services) - 1034

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Samuel Mahelona Mem Hosp | Staff Physicians | Exempt

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SAMUEL MAHELONA MEM HOSP | Kaua'i Region Medical Group

POSITION STATUS : 1.00 | Full-Time

SALARY RATE: Negotiable based on the FTE

JOB DUTIES : Join our team as a Senior Medical Director for Behavioral Health Services! Are you a visionary leader in the field of behavioral health with a passion for providing exceptional patient care and driving innovative programs?

If so, we invite you to become a vital part of our team at the Kaua'i Region Medical Group (KRMG), a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization, with the Hawai'i Health Systems Corporation (HHSC) Kaua'i Region serving as its sole member. Our facilities include Kaua'i Veterans Memorial Hospital (KVMH), Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital (SMMH), and the Kaua'i Region Clinics, where your skills can truly shine!

At HHSC Kaua'i Region, we are committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care, and in this full-time leadership position, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our behavioral health programs, providing clinical oversight and strategic direction across both inpatient and outpatient services. You will be instrumental in addressing a wide range of psychiatric needs, including general adult and adolescent psychiatry, substance abuse disorders, medication-assisted treatments, and other behavioral conditions.

This role requires you to deliver a minimum of 24 hours per week in direct patient care, ensuring high-quality treatment and support for our patients while leading and inspiring a dedicated team of professionals.

Your responsibilities will include developing and implementing strategic initiatives to enhance our behavioral health programs and improve patient outcomes, as well as collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for all patients. Please note that this position is regional and may require long hours, weekends, and holiday work, along with travel to various facilities within the region to meet patient care needs.

BENEFITS: We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial security, including:

• Paid Holidays each calendar year, allowing you to enjoy valuable time off with family and friends. Please note that the number of paid holidays is prorated based on your full-time equivalent (FTE) rate.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Plans to ensure you and your family have access to quality healthcare.
• Retirement and Group Life Insurance Plans to help you plan for a secure future.
• Personal Time Off (PTO) for rest, in addition to our holiday schedule. Please note that PTO accrual is prorated based on your FTE rate.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides confidential support for your personal and professional challenges.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) options to help manage healthcare costs.
• Potential Eligibility for Various Loan Repayment & Scholarship Programs to support your continued education and professional development.

THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS ARE: Applicants must meet all of the following requirements. Please note that unless specifically indicated, the required education and experiences may not be gained concurrently. In addition, qualifying work experiences are based on a 40-hour work week. Applicants are required to provide evidence of education, certification, and licensure.

EDUCATION:Graduation from an accredited medical or osteopathic school with a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree.

LICENSURE:

• A current license to practice medicine in the State of Hawai'i is required. The physician must be duly licensed as a Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathy and approved for Active Staff membership and clinical privileges on the Hospital's Medical Staff in accordance with the Hospital's Medical Staff bylaws and Rules and Regulations. The physician is also required to maintain Active Medical Staff membership and appropriate clinical privileges at the Hospital throughout the term of this Agreement;
  
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• Membership in good standing with Kaua'i Medical Associates, an independent physician association, is required; AND
• A current, valid State of Hawai'i type #3 driver's license is preferred; AND
• Current registration with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and a current State Controlled Substance license from the State of Hawai'i Department of Public Safety's Narcotics Enforcement…