Psychiatric - Mental Health Physician

Medical Director for Psychiatry Opportunity in Southeast Alaska Position:
Medical Director for Psychiatry

Location:

Juneau, Alaska Setting:
Behavioral Health Services Opportunity Highlights:
Lead psychiatric care delivery across the organization with a focus on evidence-based practices Supervise and mentor psychiatric medical staff, including residents Champion quality improvement and clinical process consistency Drive access to behavioral health care in remote communities Collaborate on strategic initiatives to optimize clinical services and fiscal responsibility Responsibilities:
Provide high-quality psychiatric evaluations, therapy, and psychopharmacological treatments Offer consultation and guidance to psychiatric providers and medical staff Supervise and mentor psychiatric medical staff and residents Maintain clinical compliance with Joint Commission (TJC) and HRSA standards Foster teamwork and collaboration within and across clinical teams Lead efforts to implement new psychiatric treatments and strategies Build relationships with external agencies, clinics, and hospitals to enhance care Serve as medical director for youth residential services Participate in medical staff functions, including annual reviews and clinical standards Requirements:

Education:

MD or DO with an active U.S. medical license (Alaska license preferred)

Experience:

- 5+ years of clinical experience in psychiatry - 2+ years in a medical leadership role

Certifications:

- Board-certified in psychiatry - DEA Registration - BLS, ACLS, PALS (as required by practice location) Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of best practices in psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment Expertise in psychopharmacology and mental health treatments Ability to lead change and improve care delivery Strong communication and leadership skills Ability to handle complex situations with a collaborative approach Additional Details:
Travel:
Up to 10% travel to our serviced communities by jet, small aircraft, or ferry Benefits:
Comprehensive package including retirement, PTO, parental leave, health, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability coverage Leadership Impact:
Shape psychiatric care delivery and community health outcomes across Southeast Alaska