Medicaid Medical Director-Behavioral Health

Job Posting

Position:
Medicaid Medical Director – Behavioral Health (K0247181)

Closing date:
March 4, 2026

Location:

Topeka, KS (Hybrid work may be considered with the right candidate)

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) is led by Secretary Janet Stanek and combines public health, environment, and health care finance—including Medicaid—under one agency to holistically improve and protect the health of Kansans.

• Collaborate with KDHE staff, KDADS staff, MCO staff, and provider agencies to enhance care quality, strengthen system oversight, and support coordinated care delivery.
• Work with the Medicaid Medical director, State Medicaid director, Commissioner for Behavioral Health, and other leadership to guide policy, clinical practice, and system improvement efforts across Kansas’s behavioral health continuum.
• Participate in committees and meetings with internal and external stakeholders, strengthening programming for CCBHC, PRTF, and related services.
• Review existing services to ensure alignment and compliance with the Medicaid State Plan, Medicaid policy, and other state and federal regulations.
• Provide leadership and guidance on primary care and behavioral health integration initiatives and ensure compliance with community standards of care, state and federal laws, and regulatory requirements.

• Education: High School diploma or GED required.
• Licensing & Certification:
• Doctorate degree, MD or DO.
• Completion of a residency in an approved psychiatric training program.
• Minimum five years of clinical experience.
• Current active medical license in Kansas.
• Knowledge and experience in behavioral health medications and innovative treatment services.
• Knowledge of regulations, policies, and ethical considerations related to behavioral health management.
• Ability to work with internal and external physicians, Utilization Management teams, and non‑physician department leaders.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills to build relationships with staff and community partners.

• Knowledge of managed care systems and familiarity with Kansas Medicaid.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access.
• Proofreading, editing, and attention to detail.

Hourly pay: $150.00 per hour (salary may vary based on education, experience, or qualifications).

• Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage
• Sick & vacation leave
• Work‑life balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave
• Paid state holidays (as designated by the Governor)
• Fitness centers in select locations
• Employee discounts with the STAR Program
• Retirement and deferred compensation programs

The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job. If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.